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THE VERSES THAT CARRY US: REAL STORIES OF FAITH AND HOPE
“What’s your favorite verse? Why is it your favorite, and how has it shaped your life?” A few months ago, Arnie asked those questions to his email audience and the responses that came flooding in were powerful, honest, and full of hope! Want to be encouraged? Read on!

Back to the Bible
May 15, 20253 min read


LEAP OF FAITH: A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
Real stories of hope, new team members, and a challenge from Arnie Cole to grow spiritually strong.

Back to the Bible
May 14, 20252 min read


FRESH FACES, FRESH IDEAS
God has a long history of doing big things through small groups of people, something our staff knows firsthand! Though we’re a small team, we are mighty because God equips each of us with unique skills, passions and insights. That’s especially evident in our two newest team members, Chloe Murphy, our Social Media Manager, and Sierra Transue, our Part-Time Executive Assistant. Each has a distinct background, a deep love for Jesus, and a desire to help others grow in their fait

Back to the Bible
May 13, 20253 min read


WHY EASTER SENDS US—AND HOW YOU CAN HELP SHARE JESUS NOW
Discover how Easter empowers us to share Jesus and make a difference today. Learn how Easter's message can inspire you to spread hope now.

Arnie Cole
Apr 14, 20251 min read


MEET THE YOUTH DIVISION:
At Back to the Bible, we are passionate about equipping the next generation with biblical truth in a world full of distractions. That’s why we’ve launched a dedicated Youth Division...

Paula Lube
Apr 14, 20253 min read


SENT BY THE RISEN LORD: OUR EASTER COMMISSION
During that first Easter evening, as the disciples huddled behind locked doors—confused, fearful, and uncertain about their future—Jesus appeared among them.

Arnie Cole
Apr 14, 20253 min read


WHAT HAPPENED WHEN FRIENDS TOOK A CHANCE ON ME?
I grew up knowing that church mattered. God mattered. But somewhere along the way, those truths had to become more than just family values or familiar routines. They had to become mine.

Bryon Swanson
Apr 14, 20253 min read


Preparing Our Hearts for Easter
As we proceed through March, we find ourselves in a season of preparation. Just as we prepare our homes for spring, we also prepare our hear

Bryon Swanson
Mar 23, 20251 min read


TAKING BACK CONTROL FROM THE IRS
March is the time of year when we
sit in confusion staring at federal
and state tax returns. Maybe you’re
more organized, but I seem t

Bryon Swanson
Mar 22, 20253 min read


RECIPES FOR LIFE: WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE VERSES?
What does your favorite Bible passage say about your life and
about the Savior you follow? That’s what we’ve been asking
our Back to the B

Paula Lube
Mar 21, 20253 min read


THE BIBLE: OUR PRIMARY SOURCE OF SPIRITUAL NOURISHMENT
Let’s face it—life can drain us. Work, family, struggles, and disappointments can all leave us spiritually hungry, just as a long day leaves

Arnie Cole
Feb 21, 20254 min read


WHY YOU SHOULD MEMORIZE SCRIPTURE (AND HOW IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE)
Indeed, memorizing Scripture is one of the most practical and powerful ways to internalize God’s Word, enabling Christians to draw from i

Bryon Swanson
Feb 20, 20254 min read


BEHIND THE CAMERAS
In 2024, we asked for and were blessed with generous funding to help us upgrade our video studio. We are so thankful for those donors and th

Paula Lube
Feb 19, 20251 min read


Coming Up on TALK'N TRUTH
Dan Whitney (Larry the Cable Guy) and Pastor Bryan Clark started a series in 1 Samuel over a year ago called Courage to Lead. This study has

Paula Lube
Feb 19, 20252 min read


MY WILL OR GOD'S WILL
Ever since I became a Christ Follower, I have struggled with knowing if that tiny voice I hear once in a while is really the Holy Spirit nud

Arnie Cole
Feb 18, 20253 min read


My Favorite Motivational Verse Campaign
Please share your favorite verse and how it motivated you in a time of trouble or opportunity. People are hungry for real-life, relatable st

Arnie Cole
Feb 15, 20252 min read


TRANSFORMED (LIKE SCROOGE)
It was 1843, and a dense, despairing fog hung over Victorian England. Yet even this haze could not hide the sharp divide between the...

Paula Lube
Dec 20, 20243 min read


TRANSFORMING LIVES TOGETHER IN 2025
As we end 2024 and look toward a new year, I want to thank you for being part of the movement God is building through Back to the Bible...

Arnie Cole
Dec 20, 20242 min read


TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE WITH THE 2025 SPIRITUAL FITNESS PLANNER: A GUIDE TO PRIORITIZING PEOPLE, PRAYERS, AND PIVOTS
In the hustle of daily life, it's easy to focus on the urgent and overlook the truly important. We often get swept up in short-term tasks...

Bryon Swanson
Dec 20, 20243 min read


NEW FACES AND EXPERTISE JOINING THE MOVEMENT
At its November 2024 annual meeting, the Board of Trustees welcomed two new members. Jon Ruybalid grew up in central Nebraska and...

Paula Lube
Dec 20, 20242 min read


1. LIVING A GRATEFUL, JOYFUL LIFE
A Devotional for Mon . 11/25/24 by Lydia Robertson RECEIVE and REFLECT: When I was a kid, my mom would play a game with me and my...

Lydia Robertson
Nov 18, 20242 min read


OVERFLOWING GRATITUDE:
As we prepare and reflect on Thanksgiving, it’s clear that gratitude needs to be more than just a feeling. It becomes a choice and...

Arnie Cole
Nov 18, 20243 min read


2. GIVING THANKS IN DIFFICULT TIMES
We live in a world where we are almost expected to be anxious. In fact, when we share that we aren’t anxious or stressed, it’s almost like..

Justus Coppinger
Nov 17, 20242 min read


3. SATISFIED AND GRATEFUL
RECEIVE and REFLECT: I have always struggled with discontentment and wanting. I want more than I have, and I struggle to feel satisfied wi

Faith Sherrer
Nov 16, 20243 min read
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