NEWS, ARTICLES, DEVOTIONS AND MORE FROM BttB...

Jason leads our prayer time today with a prayer asking God to remind us that we can trust Him always.

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?

With the promise of God's return fresh in our hearts, it's easy to want to just sit back and wait. And there were people like that in Thessalonian church. To them, and to us, Paul says get back on your feet! While Christ is away, we still have time to share His Gospel and bring new people into the family of faith. Are your feet moving?

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What is the true meaning of "church"? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores how the Bible defines the church—not as a building, but as a living body of believers and a spiritual family. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What happens when a chaplain asks a brutally honest question at the People City Mission? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and guest Mike Heili explore Mike’s journey from homelessness and addicti

Temptation and failure do not have the final word. Discover ten powerful biblical pictures of God’s forgiveness and find hope, strength, and gratitude to pursue obedience in Christ.

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!

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Is "God helps those who help themselves" really in the Bible? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the origins of this popular saying, debunks its scriptural accuracy, and reveals what the Bible truly teaches about God's grace and our helplessness. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What happens when addiction starts in childhood and spirals into homelessness and despair? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Mik

Read Leviticus 20:7-8 (ESV) “Consecrate yourselves, therefore, and be holy, for I am the LORD your God. Keep my statutes and do them; I am the LORD who sanctifies you.” Reflect You probably already know that God demands holiness. But have you ever been able to meet God’s standard of holiness without His help? When you first became a believer in Christ, did you ever wonder “Now what?” You had already placed saving faith in Him, and you had hope in the promise of eternal life.

What does goodness look like? Sometimes it helps to see an example of what it is NOT like. Today Ben takes us to the New Testament of the Bible to compare two ways of being good. We'll see that true goodness looks out for each other.

From the day Christ left, believers have been eager for His return. Unfortunately, many have used this as an opportunity to spread lies about God's plan. Paul takes some time in his letter to the Thessalonians to clear up some misconceptions about the "day of the Lord," and to reassure believers that no one who loves the Lord will be left behind.

All around the world, every day, men and women are working to spread the Gospel. Sean leads our daily prayer time asking God to continue to provide for those shining God's light to the nations.

Andrew rarely stood in the spotlight, but his quiet habit of bringing people to Jesus changed countless lives. Discover what this often-overlooked disciple teaches us about faithful influence.

The early church grew quickly and spread rapidly. So it's no surprise that many people didn't look kindly upon the new Christian believers. That's why Paul spent so much time in his letters encouraging his readers, and preparing them for persecution. As we look at Paul's second letter to the Thessalonian church, we'll be reminded of God's justice.

Read Exodus 12:21-23 (ESV) Then Moses called all the elders of Israel and said to them, “Go and select lambs for yourselves according to your clans, and kill the Passover lamb. Take a bunch of hyssop and dip it in the blood that is the basin, and touch the lintel and the two doorposts with the blood that is in the basin. None of you shall go out of the door of his house until the morning. For the LORD will pass through to strike the Egyptians, and when he sees the blood on th

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!

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Why is gratitude so vital to a healthy spiritual life? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores biblical gratitude, drawing from 1 Thessalonians and Psalm 100. Discover why gratitude is commanded for all circumstances, how it reorients our hearts, and why it is an act of worship, along with practical ways to cultivate thankfulness each day. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What are you really running from? In this episode of Spiritua

Do you find yourself unlovable? Do you question your self-worth and strategize how to earn the notice and affection of others? That's a never-ending task with no winners. But Kelsey is here today to share an amazing truth she learned in the Bible that will help you see your life from a new perspective.

Paula leads our daily prayer today asking God for peace and comfort in the midst of our discouragement.

Discover what the Bible teaches about God’s sovereignty and how trusting His complete rule over every circumstance brings peace in fear, purpose in suffering, and confidence for the future.

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Ever felt like failure defines you? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores how Scripture reframes our understanding of failure. Drawing from Proverbs, Micah, and Philippians, Braden reveals how falling is not the end, but an opportunity for growth and renewal in God’s grace. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What happens when childhood trauma shapes your view of God? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole sits down wit

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.

Do you ever wonder how your neighbor can still be using the same cell phone they were using ten years ago? Or how they can still be driving that same old car? Do you feel slightly jealous that they can be content when you are not? Jon is here today to share some wisdom from the Bible to reassure us that we can all learn contentment no matter how discontent we may be.

Paul winds up his first letter to the Thessalonian believers with some general reminders to always be about the Lord's business. Our mission is too important for laziness! He also sets a good example for the rest of us believers by showing that it's okay to ask for prayer from others when we need it.

Read Genesis 3:15 (ESV) “I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring; he shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise his heel.” Reflect If someone asked you where Christ is found in the Bible, how would you respond? One common misconception about where Jesus is found in the Bible is that He is only found in the New Testament. But the reality is, once you learn how to look for Him, you realize that there are signs pointing to Chri