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Jesus wept – 2 words with incredible impact. Coach Sherri Kreps shares the hope and comfort we receive from the understanding heart of the Savior who keeps track of our tears and sorrows! If you are grieving a loss today, know that your tears matter to the Lord! The same Jesus who was moved to tears at the sight of Mary’s grief is the same Jesus who loves you! Cling to the promise of Psalm 34:18 NLT which says, The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose sp

In a world that values power and assertiveness, gentleness is seen as weakness. But today, Coach Mark Geist shows you that gentleness is actually a profound strength. Learn to live in the power of gentleness! Prepare for any future conflicts in your life by thinking about listening to the other person and trying to understand them. Also consider the importance of staying calm and gentle in your speech. Then, put these practices into action when a conflict arises!

You’re scrolling through your phone, enjoying your day, when suddenly, a friend’s post lights up your “envy button”! What do you do with this powerful emotion? Donna Amidon walks you through some important biblical steps to keep your perspective in check and envy at bay! The next time you feel that twinge of envy, stop what you’re doing, confess it to God, and even share it with a trusted friend. Then, shift your focus from what you lack to what you have—and give thanks for t

Want self-control? Start practicing it! Seth Walker coaches us on developing self-control with a few simple first steps to get us on the road to physical, mental, and spiritual fitness. Start today to practice self-control with something simple. Maybe it’s saying no to dessert. Or driving the speed limit all day. How about limiting your time on social media? Start now. Start simple!

Self-pride is tricky and you may not notice it at first, but when you realize that you’re celebrating yourself rather than God, it’s a pretty good clue that it has hold of you! Today Coach Zane Sherrer gives you some pointers to turn your focus away from yourself and back to God. If you’re wrestling with pridefulness today, confess that to God. Draw near to Him. Then in your prayer celebrate God for those things in which you are most proud of. Remind yourself that He is the o

Today Coach Jonathan Haverdink shares four life lessons we can learn from the lowly ants to take us from lazy to diligent! After listening to Jonathan’s message today, be sure to write down your who (team), why (purpose), when (rest rhythms), and how (tomorrow’s agenda). Clarifying these things will be help keep laziness from defining you!

Why should you forgive when revenge is so acceptable in our culture? Coach Kate Dreesen gives you the biblical reasons and the encouragement to take action and extend forgiveness today! Who do you need to forgive? Today, if there’s someone in your life you need to forgive, take action! Extend forgiveness to them just as God has extended eternal and ultimate forgiveness to you. Who do you need to forgive?

When you're down in the dumps and down on yourself it’s good to talk to someone. But you may be surprised at who Coach Seth tells you to talk to first! Join him for a close look at Psalm 88! When you feel like you are defeated, remind yourself who you belong to and take the conversation to God! What are you going to tell God today?

Today Spiritual Fitness Coach Donna Amidon reminds you that God’s leadings, even when they don’t make sense, are loving invitations to believe and experience His glory! Think about one thing God is leading you to do that you’ve been hesitant about. Today, choose to trust God and do what He is leading you to do!

Climbing out of the hole of discouragement requires a shift in focus! Coach Mark Geist points us to God who understands, who empowers, and who remains faithful. Tell God where you are struggling, then shift your focus back to the hope you have in Him by focusing on Scripture that reminds you of His faithfulness. Also, take a step to reveal God’s hope to someone else through a word of encouragement or a prayer!

What if you didn’t have to endlessly chase your desires? What if you could get off that treadmill and fall contentedly into the arms of Jesus? Coach Jenny Hietbrink points to the abundant life and how you can experience that life of contentment in Jesus. What are you desiring more of these days? How will that make you happy? Bring this to the Lord, embrace His Word in your life today, and ask Him to give you ultimate fulfillment and contentment.

Living a life that honors God requires self-control! Coach Caleb White explains where self-control comes from, how to develop it, and how to put it into action so you can experience more of the good things God has planned for your life. Think of an area where you need to have more self-control and consider these questions: 1) How can you make the things you DON’T want to do harder? 2) How can you make the things you DO want to do easier?

Little white lies are not little! Spiritual Fitness Coach Kate Dreesen helps us take an honest look at how to recognize and free yourself from dishonesty. Take a minute now to evaluate any dishonesty in your life. Then, confess it to the Lord, to yourself, and make it right with anyone involved.

We're told, “Don’t worry, be happy.” But how do you keep from worrying? What do you do instead? Coach Ricky opens the Bible and shows us the power and peace we can access when we go to God in everything! Go to God with everything that worries you today, being reminded that He is bigger than whatever you face and in Him you have the peace which surpasses all understanding and guards your heart and mind in Christ Jesus!

A good father forgives, restores, and keeps His promises. Sherri Kreps introduces us to our good, heavenly Father who invites us into a relationship with Him to be known, forgiven, and renewed. Memorize and rest in your heavenly Father’s promise which says, He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west. (Psalm 103:12)

Forgiving someone is hard. So hard. Yet, it is important, in fact necessary to live a spiritually healthy life according to God’s plan. Jon Winkelman explains how adapting the right focus makes it doable. Because God knows everything about you and is at work in your life, you can choose to forgive. Trust His work and choose to forgive today.

While the Bible doesn’t tell you which shoes to wear today, it most certainly gives you wise directions for your spiritual walk!  Shannon Lenz talks about the great peace we experience when we follow the wisdom of God’s Word. Write down how many days this week you’ve spent time with God in prayer and engaging in His Word. Honestly consider if you are applying what you’ve learned from the Bible to your daily life. If not, write down which areas you need God’s guidance and wisd

We don’t have to wait for many things in our society today. But waiting on God – that's an important part of growing spiritually. Coach Justus shows you how to Win Today with patience! Choose patience today as you wait on God and others, remembering that God’s plan for you is better than anything you or I could even imagine!

Coach Sherri Kreps helps us navigate through times when being alone seems almost unbearable. Discover how God guides us with His promises throughout the lonely times of life. Remember that you are never alone with the words of Psalm 139:7-10: Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, ev

Concern turns into worry which then grows into fear, an all-too-familiar process. Coach Jon shares what you need to know and believe in order to change this unhealthy pattern in your life!   Combat worry and fear by praying. God is listening! Also, if you’re stressed because of busyness, take something off your plate. Finally, know and trust the plan and purpose of God by staying in His Word!

Super Friends aren’t just comic book heroes, they’re friends who help you exercise the righteousness of Christ each and every day. Coach Mark Geist challenges you to connect with your Super Friends! Look for people in your life who have their own “superpowers”. Maybe it’s someone who is always slow to speak and quick to listen, the friend who always has an encouraging word, or the friend who exercises self-control when it comes to the subject of lust. Surround yourself with t

God not only has work for you to do, He actually wants you to enjoy your work! Spiritual Fitness Coach Gary Dunker shares ancient wisdom to give you a new perspective on work! Instead of being lazy and unwilling to work, have a new Spirit in your heart that says “I rejoice in this work for it is a gift of God.”

Today, Coach Jon Winkelman introduces two biblical characters to explain the team mindset necessary to stay strong and keep going even through difficult times.  Support is vital to perseverance! Today,  decide to persevere. Secondly, seek and accept support from those around you to stay strong and keep going even through trial and difficulty.

It’s not just what you do, but why you do it! Spiritual Fitness Coach Justus Coppinger explains the need to “glue” yourself to God's path of wisdom and proper motives to grow in His goodness. Before you do anything for someone else, take a moment to reflect and examine your attitude. How can you serve, not just out of obedience, but with enthusiasm and be eager to show kindness to others? This will reflect the goodness of God!