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"You can learn more about a person in an hour of play, than in a year of conversation." Have you heard that before? Have you proved it true with an unguarded comment during a heated game? Nick is here today to share several Bible verses that will help you take control of your speech before it takes control of you.

Have you ever considered how the substance we use to bathe ourselves can also, in certain conditions carve a river valley out of rock? Today Nat joins us today to help us see how Jesus demonstrated a similar kind of gentle power in his life. We'll see how to find that power in our own lives as well.

When considering a decision for Christ, it's quite common for people to worry about their past. Is it possible to be accepted even after everything we've done? Paula is here today to share from the Bible the story of Saul who started as one of the biggest enemies of the new Church. Find out what became of him today.

How many times have you "gotten even" with someone during your life? Even if you haven't, chances are, you seriously considered it at some point for some reason. So, we all probably need to take a minute and listen to what Gary has to share from the Bible that will help us set our minds on more peaceful responses.

We all have a certain desire to be noticed and recognized--to rise above the crowd. But sometimes that recognition can only by selling out a friend. Is it worth it? Rather than climbing this rickety ladder, Cassie has another suggestion taken straight from the Word of God.

How well do you think a garden would grow if you never pulled out the weeds? How well do you think your diet would go if you didn't cut out junk food? How well do you think you could grow spiritually if you only read the latest best sellers? Cameron is here today with a spiritual lift that will help jumpstart your spiritual growth plan.

Do you remember that carnival game where you have to ring the bell by smashing a hammer down on a lever? Only strongest could do it! Sometimes trying to meet all our responsibilities and expectations is like trying to ring that bell--and we're just not strong enough. Before you let discouragement settle in, take a minute for this encouraging from Laura and the Bible.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious and afraid? Where do you turn to find relief? How well does that work? Shannon joins us today to share some wisdom she learned about shifting her focus and finding stability when she's feeling overwhelmed.

We all make mistakes, and what's more, none of us like being called out on our mistakes. So what's the right way to respond when we get corrected? Cameron is here today to share some wisdom from the Proverbs that he turns to in this situation.

We don't need superhero movies to tell us that our anger can feel an awful lot like a monster inside just waiting for us to let our guard down. But we have a source of strength greater than any rage. Celeste is here today to take us back to the Bible to remind us of our strength in Jesus.

Do you feel stuck in your spiritual growth? Like, no matter what you try, you just can't seem to make any progress. Dan is here today with some insights from the Bible that will help you realign your goal and get your unstuck in your spiritual growth.

Are you an over thinker? Do you find your thoughts often swirling towards despair and hopelessness? Laura is here and she knows that feeling. But she's also found a weapon from the Bible that helps her fight back these thoughts and puts her back on solid ground.

The grief of losing a loved one is probably the hardest thing we'll ever have to deal with. But, as Kelsey is here to explain, even in these times God is at work. Join her as she opens the Scriptures to find God's wisdom for our times of grief.

One of the first things we notice about other people, other than their looks, is their faults. And once we see the faults in someone else, it becomes hard to see our own. And it becomes much easier to become critical and unforgiving. Paula is here today to share some wisdom from the Bible that will shine a mirror back at ourselves.

Our pride can lead us to do all kinds of foolish things. Sometimes the result is just a little embarrassment, but other times, the outcome can be much more severe. So how do you fight the pride in your life? Jon is here today to encourage you from the Bible to help you keep that pride at bay and experience the new life Christ has given you.

Do you find yourself thinking that you're not worthy of God? That you've messed up and He can't love you anymore? You'll want to join Cameron for this Spiritual lift today as he explains exactly what God thinks about you, and show you how to have hope again.

There's a certain pride we can take in just buckling down, keeping our nose to the grindstone, and doing our job day in and day out. But over time, we find ourselves taking on more than we can handle and wearing ourselves out. Laura was like that until God got her attention. She's here today to share the wisdom she learned from God's word that will help you find hope.

If athletes only required strength to be successful, they'd never leave the gym. But athletic success requires a lot more. Simply reading the Bible can be a lot like strength training: important, but not the complete package. What's missing? Coach CJ is here to explain.

When she was a teenager, Laura lost someone close to her, and her life changed forever. She found herself desperately searching the Bible for anything that would offer any kind of peace. Take a moment to join Laura today as she shares about the hope she was able to find in God's Word.

How much time do you spend becoming "perfect" for your next social engagement? Do you ever apply the same thinking to your service to God? Maybe there's something more important than being perfect. Today Laura shares some experiences from her life that helped her find the wisdom of God revealed in the Bible.

On any given day, many of us will be required to give some feedback. Whether your kids want you to evaluate their new work of "art," or a coworker wants some feedback on a project. As a fitness coach, Mark knows how powerful his words can be, and he's here today to share some Scripture that helps him when he needs to speak up.

Does peace seem like an impossible dream? With everything going on in the world and in your life, is peace even possible? Arnie is here to talk about a supernatural peace he discovered in the Bible that he wants to share with you.

Do you ever find yourself getting lost in life; are you unable to figure out the best way forward? Is life like driving in a blinding blizzard? CJ is here today with some encouragement from the Bible and some good news about a light available to light your path.

Coach Corrie talks about the training she’s received as a Mum – training to help her little one grow stronger, and training to stretch her own spiritual muscles!  What are your spiritual fitness plans for the coming year?