Category Archives: Travel

Staying Focused on the Mission

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Mark 13:9-10, Jesus tells His disciples, “You will stand trial before governors and kings because you are My followers. But this will be your opportunity to tell them about Me. For the Good News must first be preached to … Continue reading →

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Mission To Albania

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

Anna and I are excited for a special mission this June! We’re traveling to Albania—a predominantly Muslim country—with LoveAlbania.com to serve through: Albania has very few evangelical Christians (only 0.5%), making this a powerful opportunity to share Christ’s love. We’re … Continue reading →

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The Night I Almost Froze To Death

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

The first time I ever went cross-country skiing was a overnight 33 km trip in Banff National Park to Egypt Lake. What was I thinking? An overnight, 33 km trip in the dead of winter, on high mountain passes, doing … Continue reading →

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Music Mission to Albania: Partner with Us to Make an Impact

Posted on February 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

This June, Anna and I have an incredible opportunity to bring the love of Christ and the gift of music to Albania! We’re excited to share how God is leading us to serve in this beautiful, predominantly Muslim country, and … Continue reading →

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Wild Stories From Zimbabwe

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

One summer I was asked to go to Zimbabwe, Africa with Charles Ndifon. I brought a drummer, Ben Cantelon and a bass player, my son Josh, to help me with the music. Playing music for Africans is so much fun. They tend … Continue reading →

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The Blessings of Working Hard as a Worship Leader

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 12:24 says, “Work hard and become a leader; be lazy and become a slave.” This timeless wisdom reminds us that diligent effort paves the way for leadership, while laziness leads to mediocrity and dependence. As someone who has been … Continue reading →

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Leading from Your Life Message

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Mark Cole

Whether you are a pastor, a worship leader, a teacher, or a businessperson, your life message is the unique story God has written on your heart. For me, it’s about trusting Him and encouraging others to do the same. People are not just impacted by our words but by the consistency of our lives. When we live out what we preach, our message carries weight and authenticity. Continue reading →

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Working On Assignment: Travelling the World

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Mark Cole

Many years ago I joined a multi-national conglomerate that has franchises all over the world. I started with the organization right out of university as a manager-in-training and was given my first major assignment in my late twenties.  I have … Continue reading →

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Working On My ‘Bucket List’

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Mark Cole

Years ago I decided to make a ‘Bucket List’. One of my favourite items on this to-do-list was to try every form of transportation there is. From road travel to off-road travel, air travel, sea travel to animal travel. I wanted … Continue reading →

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Do Angels Fix Flat Tires?

Posted on October 25, 2024 by Mark Cole

A number of years ago, I was driving to church with my family on a Sunday morning. We were zooming down our local freeway at 110 km/hr (70 mi/hr) when all of a sudden I spotted an aluminium ladder strewn … Continue reading →

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