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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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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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10 Keys to Growing a Small Church

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Mark Cole

Working in a small church is a special privilege. It’s intimate, personal, and often deeply fulfilling. However, small churches often face unique challenges when it comes to growth. Whether your goal is numerical growth, deeper discipleship, or both, here are … Continue reading →

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Serving The Church And Your Family

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Mark Cole

My pastor wants me to participate in his message on Sunday by answering this question: Mark – You are a husband, a father and a grandfather, you have served in ministry with your wife, you have raised your kids and now they serve in ministry, you have grandkids now. How have you balanced serving and family, and what has been the impact on your family that you still see to this day? Continue reading →

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Heart Health

Posted on January 4, 2024 by Mark Cole

I was recently reminded of the importance of keeping my heart spiritually healthy. I was reminded to keep my love for the Lord as a top priority in my life. What does that look like in your daily life? It … Continue reading →

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The Blessings Of Those Who Follow God

Posted on December 11, 2022 by Mark Cole

God loves to bless those who love, obey and trust in Him. Here is an encouraging and challenging list of the blessings, character and influence of those who love and follow God with all their heart, soul, mind and strength. The Blessings Of … Continue reading →

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What Is Your Life Built On?

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Mark Cole

This is from Stephanie (my daughter):  I want to share a personal story. A few weeks ago, my grandfather passed away. As I watching his memorial online, I was reminded of the faithfulness of God for those who have chosen … Continue reading →

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Top Billy Graham Quotes

Posted on July 21, 2018 by Mark Cole

Billy Graham needs no introduction. He counselled world leaders and preached to hundreds of millions of people in 180 countries. He was named “One of the Ten Most Admired Men in the World,” a record-breaking 59 times. He was known through … Continue reading →

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5 Ways to Fail-Proof Your Marriage

Posted on January 27, 2015 by Mark Cole

by Craig & Amy Groeschel ~ From this Day Forward: Five Commitments to Fail-Proof Your Marriage (Zondervan, 2014)  No matter what your marriage has been like up to this point in time, it can be better from now on, because the … Continue reading →

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Dads Are Awesome!

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Mark Cole

I have been blessed to have had four great fathers in my life. My first dad, ‘Bud’ Cole, was a hard-working taxi cab driver and woodworker. Dad Cole taught me how to water ski and swim. I can remember many … Continue reading →

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