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Lessons from Abraham’s Test of Faith

Posted on January 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

The story of Abraham’s test in Genesis 22 is one of the most profound and challenging passages in Scripture. God commands Abraham to sacrifice his promised son, Isaac, on Mount Moriah. This test was not only a trial of Abraham’s … Continue reading →

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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 is Yet to Come: A Christian Perspective

Posted on November 30, 2024 by Mark Cole

Have you ever heard someone say, “The best is yet to come”? It’s a hopeful statement, but as Christians, is it true? What does the Bible say about our future and God’s plans for us? 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 Transformative Power of Daily Bible Reading

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Mark Cole

Daily reading of the Bible holds a profound importance and possesses an unparalleled power to transform our lives from the inside out. Continue reading →

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The Faithfulness of God: Unchanging and Everlasting

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Mark Cole

As I was reading the Bible today, I was reminded of how faithful God is. In a world where circumstances change, relationships falter, and uncertainties loom, finding something or someone who remains constant and faithful is a source of great … Continue reading →

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7 Reasons Singing Is Essential to the Christian Life

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Mark Cole

By Tom Olsen Have you ever wondered why God desires for His people to sing? What role should singing play in the life of a Christian? What is it about worshiping through song that is so important to God? You … Continue reading →

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What I’ve Learned About Being Treated Unfairly

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Mark Cole

Sometimes in life you will be insulted… Trust the Lord. Sometimes in life you will be snubbed… Look to God. Sometimes you will be mistreated…. Remember, God is your defender. Sometimes you will suffer injustice…. Trust God to be your … Continue reading →

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