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Trusting God’s Timing: When the Lord Makes It Happen

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

As life goes by, it’s easy to feel impatient when things don’t happen on our schedule. We live in a world where instant gratification is the norm—we order food, stream movies, and get packages delivered all at lightning speed. Yet, … Continue reading →

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When Will Jesus Return?

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

Throughout the centuries, Christians have wondered about the return of Jesus Christ. His second coming is one of the most anticipated events in human history, as it will usher in the fulfillment of God’s eternal plan. However, questions about the … 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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How to React When Wronged: Insights from an Ancient Proverb

Posted on June 20, 2024 by Mark Cole

In life, we all face moments when we are wronged. Whether it’s a harsh word from a colleague, an unjust decision at work, or a betrayal by a friend, the immediate instinct might be to seek revenge or retaliate. However, an ancient piece of wisdom offers a different perspective on how to respond in such situations: Continue reading →

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How To Learn To Sing Harmony

Posted on April 12, 2024 by Mark Cole

Learning to sing harmonies on a worship team requires practice, experience and ear training, It is also helpful to have a basic understanding of music theory. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you learn how to sing harmonies effectively: 1. … Continue reading →

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10 Ways To Improve Your Worship Team (Sound, Media, Lighting) ~ Part 4 of 4

Posted on November 11, 2023 by Mark Cole

This blog is the fourth and last instalment of ’10 Ways To Improve Your Worship Team’. Here are the links to Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3. I want to start this blog by talking about that important techie who helps you … Continue reading →

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14 Great Practice Tips for Budding Musicians

Posted on July 27, 2023 by Mark Cole

Practicing regularly and effectively is crucial for any budding musician looking to improve their skills. Here are some great tips to help you establish a productive practice routine: 1. Set Specific Goals: Define clear and achievable objectives for each practice … Continue reading →

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Learning To Improvise From Chord Charts

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Mark Cole

Learning to improvise off of chord charts, such as those found in the Real Book or Fake Book, is a skill that many musicians develop through practice and experience. Here are some steps and strategies that can help musicians learn … Continue reading →

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How to Stay in Love in Your Marriage for a Lifetime

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Mark Cole

Dr. Julie Barrier I have two sets of parents. Both couples were wed during the Jurassic period (not really). Both were married almost 60 years. I watched each twosome grow old together. One pair barely tolerated each other at the … Continue reading →

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The Five Marks of a Spiritually Mature Leader

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Mark Cole

By Pastor Rick Warren At Saddleback, we’ve always tried to make it easy for people to serve. You don’t need to be a committed Christian to pass out donuts or bulletins at our church. We shouldn’t need to check on a … Continue reading →

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