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What is written in oil is not easily erased.
Oil represents anointing, consecration, and calling. Written in Oil is a gathering place for biblical teaching, sermon notes, letters, and Spirit-led thoughts on life, leadership, ministry, and business from Bishop Mark.
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Bishop Mark Signs with Bonnerfide Management Group
Buffalo, NY (March 2, 2026) – Veteran singer, songwriter, author, and activist Bishop Mark Collier is set to punctuate his return to the recording industry with a partnership with Bonnerfide Management Group. Together, they are preparing for the upcoming release of Collier’s new single titled “Overcomer”. Collier is excited about his return to the recorded music scene. “In this season, I feel strongly that God is challenging me to finish what I started,” shares Bishop Colli
Bishop Mark Collier
Mar 23 min read


Created with Authority
Bible Study Guide: Created to Reign With Authority Core Scripture Genesis 1:26–28 (NLT) Then God said, “Let us make human beings in our image, to be like us. They will reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, the livestock, all the wild animals on the earth, and the small animals that scurry along the ground.” Then God blessed them and said, “Be fruitful and multiply. Fill the earth and govern it. Reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, and all the
Bishop Mark Collier
Jan 305 min read
Mocked into a Blessing
Mocked Right Into a Blessing Jesus makes a statement in Matthew 5 that challenges our natural reactions and reshapes our understanding of persecution: “God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all kinds of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it. Be very glad. For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way.” Matthew 5:11–12 (NLT) This passage c
Bishop Mark Collier
Jan 162 min read
Chosen for Salvation, Not Wrath
Chosen for Salvation, Not Wrath Yesterday, after a very long day, I came home and began catching up on the news while talking with my parents. As I processed what was happening in the world and reflected on some of what had transpired throughout my day, I felt anger rising within me. The deception, the greed, and the demonic, selfish agendas that seem to consume so many people felt overwhelming. My prayer was honest and unfiltered. I said, “God, deal with them all. And if the
Bishop Mark Collier
Jan 142 min read
Empowered Session 1 Created Like God
EMPOWERED Created in God’s Image • Called to Function, Not Dysfunction Theme Scripture: Genesis 1:26 (NLT) “Then God said, ‘Let us make human beings in our image, to be like us…’” SESSION OBJECTIVE Understand what it means to be created in God’s image and likeness Identify God’s character as revealed in Scripture Recognize areas where they are functioning outside of God’s design Commit to living empowered by alignment with God’s nature PART 1: CREATED IN HIS IMAGE Read: Genes
Bishop Mark Collier
Jan 103 min read
I can but I no longer want to !
When you are truly led by the wisdom of the Holy Spirit, there are certain things you simply will not say, certain things you will not do, certain things you will not wear, and certain places you will not go. Not because you cannot but because you no longer desire to. Your desires change when your love for God deepens. Scripture teaches us that “all things are permissible, but not all things are beneficial.” When you are genuinely in love with God, obedience is no longer s
Bishop Mark Collier
Jan 62 min read
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