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What I Learned From Working With A Billionaire

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

When I was a teenager, I played saxophone and clarinet in an old-fashioned church orchestra. This rag-tag group was at my home church, Glad Tidings, in Vancouver, Canada. A local millionaire (later he became a billionaire and one of  Canada’s richest … Continue reading →

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Worship in Spirit and Truth

Posted on June 25, 2024 by Mark Cole

In the Gospel of John, Jesus delivers a profound statement that has resonated through the ages: “For God is Spirit, so those who worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth” (John 4:24, NLT). This declaration offers a deep well of spiritual wisdom, inviting us to explore the essence of true worship and our relationship with the Creator of the Universe. Continue reading →

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What does the New Testament teach about giving?

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Mark Cole

Here are some of the main points the New Testament teaches followers of Jesus about giving: The New Testament teaches that giving should be done generously, sacrificially, joyfully, and directed towards those in need, especially those who belong to the … Continue reading →

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Tough-Minded Or Tender-Hearted Leadership?

Posted on January 15, 2023 by Mark Cole

Jesus is arguably the most successful leader of all times. In only three and half years, He gathered a small group of followers together and changed the world. Today, Jesus has billions of followers who are doing His work in … Continue reading →

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Cole Ministry Support

Posted on November 15, 2022 by Mark Cole

Dear Friends This November marks the first anniversary of ministry with our children, Ryan & Stephanie Iverson, at Love City Church. They recently moved into a new facility where they have experienced excellent growth and increased stability. It has been … Continue reading →

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Keys To Living A Blessed Life

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Mark Cole

Our Bible Study group recently watched ‘The Blessed Life’ video series by Robert Morris from Gateway Church. Pastor Morris talks about the blessing of being a generous and giving person. Here are some of my take-a-ways from his teaching. Being blessed … Continue reading →

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In Praise Of The Leaders Of My Youth

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Mark Cole

Recently, as I was sitting in church, I was reminded of my first pastor. The pastor that influenced my life more than any other. I was born in Vancouver, Canada and Reg Layzell was the pastor of our church, Glad Tidings. … Continue reading →

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