Tag Archives: God

7 Lessons from the 10 Plagues of Egypt

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

The story of the 10 plagues of Egypt in the book of Exodus is one of the most dramatic accounts in the Bible. It’s not just a tale of God’s power and judgment; it’s a narrative filled with lessons about … Continue reading →

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The Power of God’s Names

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

In the opening books of the Bible, Genesis and Exodus, we encounter profound revelations of God through the names He uses to describe Himself. These names are not mere labels but divine self-disclosures, packed with meaning and power. Two of … Continue reading →

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God Answered My Prayer For A Wife…(And Much More)

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

In the fall of 1981 I was travelling as the music director for a Christian band in Europe called Living Sound III. By that time I was 27 years old, had my Bachelor of Music Degree and had travelled to … 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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The Best Of Times And The Worst Of Times

Posted on October 19, 2024 by Mark Cole

When I was in my fourth year of university, I made the mistake of signing up for a course called ‘The Synoptic Gospels’. I thought it would be course on getting to know Jesus through studying His life in the … Continue reading →

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The Best Adventure!

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Mark Cole

I love adventure! I have been parachuting, bungee jumping, bare foot skiing, caving, mountain climbing, scuba diving, high speed snow skiing, backpacking in Alaska, on safari in Africa, extreme mountain biking, white water rafting, back country cross-country skiing in avalanche country, cliff … Continue reading →

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Can God Really See What I Am Doing?

Posted on October 17, 2024 by Mark Cole

I remember sitting in a conference many years ago and hearing a preacher talk about a verse from II Chronicles 16:9.. ‘The eyes of the LORD search the whole earth in order to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed … Continue reading →

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Anything God Has Ever Done, He Can Do Now

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Mark Cole

I love the audacity of the three guys who are faced with a fiery death if they do not bow down and worship the golden idol!  “O Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you. If we are … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Music Mentors

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Mark Cole

I while back, I saw a Facebook post from a fellow music pastor that mentioned that he was doing a concert with Don Moen. Don and I travelled together for eighteen months in a group called Living Sound. He was the music … Continue reading →

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I Thank God For My Christian Heritage

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Mark Cole

I am blessed! I have Christian grandfathers and grandmothers on both sides of my family! My mother’s father, Grampa Julius Rachinski, was a German pastor who pioneered a number of churches across Canada. He was a carpenter by trade who … Continue reading →

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