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One of the best feelings in life is knowing that someone else has your back; somebody else loves you, and cares about you. As Paul continues his letter to Timothy he reminds us that we ought to be looking out for the welfare of others, especially those closest to us.

Read 2 Samuel 7:12-13 (ESV) When your days are fulfilled and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your offspring after you, who shall come from your body, and I will establish his kingdom. He shall build a house for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. Reflect Despite his serious sins, how does David demonstrate his faithful heart toward God? What evidence do you see of God’s faithfulness to us despite our sinful failings? History typica

Losing someone you love is probably the hardest thing you'll ever have to go through--but you can get through. Laura is here today along with her mom, Char. Join them as they share about their grief at losing a loved one, and the Scriptures that held them up.

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

Struggling with ongoing sin and temptation? Discover 12 practical, biblical steps for resisting temptation, strengthening your faith, and finding hope and victory in Jesus Christ.

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Have you ever wondered what Jesus really meant when He said faith can move mountains? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores Matthew 17 and unpacks the true meaning behind mustard seed faith, emphasizing that even the smallest trust in God is powerful. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What do you do when you hit the wall—physically or spiritually? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Ironman coach Mike Heili dis

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!

Donna leads our prayer time today asking for God's grace and mercy in the lives of those who don't know Him yet.

When it comes to our faith, the Bible is very clear about a lot of things, but frustratingly vague on others. Paul, in his letter to Timothy, warns the young pastor to not get distracted by pointless arguments. Learn how to keep your life focused on what's most important for the Christian life.

The world is full of people who think that unless they are loud and aggressive, no one will respect them. But those kind of people can be hard to be around. Karmin is here today to show a different way. Join her for some encouraging and motivating words from the Bible.

Read 1 Samuel 8:4-7 (ESV) Then all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel at Ramah and said to him, “Behold, you are old and your sons do not walk in your ways. Now appoint for us a king to judge us like all the nations.” But the thing displeased Samuel when they said, “Give us a king to judge us.” And Samuel prayed to the LORD. And the LORD said to Samuel, “Obey the voice of the people in all that they say to you, for they have not rejected you, but they h

Matthew was a despised tax collector when Jesus called him. Discover how Christ transformed an outcast into a disciple, Gospel writer, and powerful witness to God's grace.

Read Ruth 4:9-10 (ESV) Then Boaz said to the elders and all the people, “You are witnesses this day that I have bought from the hand of Naomi all that belonged to Elimelech and all that belonged to Chilion and to Mahlon. Also Ruth the Moabite, the widow of Mahlon, I have bought to be my wife, to perpetuate the name of the dead in his inheritance, that the name of the dead may not be cut off from among his brothers and from the gate of his native place. You are witnesses this

The people in leadership in the church have a big responsibility. As a result, they should be people of exceptional character. In his letter to Timothy, Paul outlines these qualifications. In addition, he shares some things to be on guard for in the last days.

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

When something is described as a "big green monster" it's probably not a good thing to hold on to. Yet many of us keep hold of jealousy in one form or another. And it's destroying us. Shannon is here today with some encouragement from the Bible to help you let go of that monster, and embrace God's grace.

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What does real love look like? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the biblical definition of love, drawing from 1 Corinthians 13 and 1 John. Discover how love is more than a feeling—it's an action rooted in God's example and one of the greatest gifts we can experience. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What does it take to build true spiritual endurance? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Mike Heili explore

Once we learn and grow, it's time to share what we know. Join Nick as he prays for opportunities to share what we've learned about God with others.

Discover what biblical humility really means, why God gives grace to the humble, and how following Christ’s example transforms our relationships, leadership, prayer, and daily walk with God.

The idea of self-control or discipline is never much fun. But we've all probably seen the fallout when someone else's (or our own) self-control fails. So how can we avoid these disasters and stand strong? Kate is here to share some encouragement from the Bible and her own experiences.

Read Judges 2:18-20a (ESV) Whenever the LORD raised up judges for them, the LORD was with the judge, and he saved them from the hand of their enemies all the days of the judge. For the LORD was moved to pity by their groaning because of those who afflicted and oppressed them. But whenever the judge died, they turned back and were more corrupt than their fathers, going after other gods, serving them and bowing down to them. They did not drop any of their practices or their stu

Prayer is so often undervalued as a way of connecting with God. Asa leads our daily prayer group today asking for God to make us a people of prayer, reliant upon Him.

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!

As Paul continues his letter to Timothy, he reminds the young pastor that no one is to stand between God and His children. In His grace, He has allowed us access to his very throne through prayer. Paul goes on to discuss church customs and how they can draw attention away from God if we are not careful.