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Can All Things Really Work Together for Good?

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Mark Cole

Life is a journey filled with mountain tops and valleys, moments of joy and seasons of challenge. As I reflect on my own life, I am struck by a recurring truth: the hard times I’ve gone through are often the times when I’ve grown the most. These seasons of difficulty, though painful, have helped shaped me into who I am today. They have challenged and deepened my faith, clarified my purpose, and reminded me of God’s faithfulness. Continue reading →

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The Best Book I Have Ever Read

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Mark Cole

This book holds a unique place in human history and culture. It’s the most printed, translated, and widely distributed book in the world, with billions of copies in circulation. Its influence spans continents, languages, and millennia, shaping societies, laws, ethics, art, and individual lives. But why does this ancient text maintain such relevance today? And why should you read it at least once in your lifetime? Continue reading →

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Living like Jesus: A Challenge for Modern Christians

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Mark Cole

In 1 John 2:6, the apostle writes, “Those who say they live in God should live their lives as Jesus did.” This verse is both a profound encouragement and a sobering challenge. To live as Jesus did in our modern world is no small task. Yet, the calling remains clear: if we claim to know God and abide in Him, our lives should reflect the life of Jesus. Continue reading →

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Strong Worship Leaders: The 18 Things They Avoid

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Mark Cole

Strong worship leaders develop good attitudes and habits. They keep their heart, mind and spirit right before God and man. Check out these things that strong leaders don’t do, so you can grow and improve. 1. They don’t miss out on … Continue reading →

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The Toughest Day

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Mark Cole

I learned that a friend, that I had travelled with 40 years ago in Asia, was doing a bike trip from the Arctic Ocean down to Montana. When I learned that Thomas Hall would ride through the Lake Louise area, I decided to join him for a couple of days of bicycling. Continue reading →

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The Night I Almost Froze To Death

Posted on February 17, 2023 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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Bible Reading Challenge

Posted on January 1, 2023 by Mark Cole

Studies have shown that the single most powerful catalyst of people’s spiritual growth is personal Bible study and reflection. Getting our minds and hearts into God’s Word changes us! I know that it has changed me! Do you want to … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready For The Next Level

Posted on May 9, 2018 by Mark Cole

In 1998, my wife, Anna and I were asked to accompany a group of Christian students from Pacific Academy on a missions trip to the Philippines. We spent a few months helping prepare the group for the two-week trip. Anna … Continue reading →

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10 Great Worship Team Questions

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Mark Cole

Are you a Worship Leader or Music Ministry leader? Asking your team the right questions really sets the right tone for your leadership. Asking the right questions will give you insight into any blind spots you might have. And asking the right questions … Continue reading →

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Why I Didn’t Eat For 40 Days

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Mark Cole

In 1998, my wife, Anna and I were asked to accompany a group of students on a missions trip to the Philippines. We spent a few months helping prepare the group for the two-week trip. Anna was on staff at … Continue reading →

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