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Does Jesus leave you behind in your sin addiction?  Is He angry with you, or is He angry FOR you?  Spiritual Fitness Coach John Comstock shares the good news of Jesus’ presence, His love, and His willingness to heal your heart as well as your addiction!  Ask Jesus to show you where He is when you succumb to temptation. In the light of today’s message and Scripture, write down the emotions you believe He experiences about you in those moments and ask Him to show you the truth

This research brief compares the SALT Index with Lifeway, Barna, and American Bible Society studies, showing how outcomes-based, population-level metrics better measure spiritual formation, discipleship, and real-life transformation.

Comparison quietly erodes joy and distorts how we see God’s work in our lives. This article explores how envy takes root, why comparison is spiritually dangerous, and how Jesus calls us to faithful obedience without measuring our lives against others.

Join Sean today as we remember God's presence and pray for God's strength as we face our challenges.

There are people who challenge Christianity knowing very little about it. But then there are the false teachers who knowingly spread lies about God's Word. It's about these that Paul warns Timothy as he continues his letter. We'll be reminded of God's amazing grace available to all, free of charge.

Read John 15:4-5 “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” Reflect Have you ever tried to change your behavior, habits, or lifestyle on your own? How did it go? If you were planting an apple tree, what are some things you would do to ens

When life gets busy, our time with God is often the first thing sacrificed. But that can be a huge mistake. Laura is here today to share about her challenges managing her busy schedule and some wisdom she learned from God's Word that helps her find supernatural strength to meet her day.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole welcomes marriage counselor Kyle Helmink to discuss what it takes to build love that truly lasts beyond Valentine’s Day. Drawing on decades of experience, Kyle shares practical wisdom on investing in relationships, handling conflict, and the importance of faith in marriage, offering encouragement for couples and singles alike. STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge)

Ever wondered if prayer really makes a difference? Today Donna Amidon takes us into the life of a great prayer warrior to discover the importance and impact of asking others to pray for you. Think of ONE thing you can be praying for. Whatever it is, pray with fervency and anticipation, and like Paul, you can ask us to join you in the comments below!

PERSONALIZED WORKOUT OPTION: Exciting news — adapt today’s spiritual workout to what’s happening in your  life right now. Our new digital librarian will pull personalized content for your workout and guide you through four simple steps to help you apply Scripture to your life today. Try it out HERE>>> STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Paul wrote a second letter to Timothy, and it's probably the last letter of his that we have. Written from pri

"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.

Shannon reminds us of the four Rs of Bible Engagement (Read, Reflect, Respond, Reveal). She'll then lead us in a prayer asking God for courage and opportunities to reveal His truth to the world around us.

Anger itself isn’t a sin. It’s what you do with anger that matters. But what if you’re angry ... at God? Is that ok? Jon Winkelman helps you see the balance between anger and honoring God. Today, if you find yourself feeling angry with God, cry out to Him. When we cry out to God, and seek Him in His Word, He always answers!

Paul wrote a second letter to Timothy, and it's probably the last letter of his that we have. Written from prison, Paul reflects on the blessings of fellowship he with Timothy and others. He reminds us to be grateful for the believers we have in our lives, and he encourages us to be that faithful friend to someone else.

This article uncovers how modern measures of ministry success may be shaping activity without producing transformation.

Discover how true peace in recovery is found through total surrender and the vital practice of forgiving yourself as God has already forgiven you.

It can be hard to stay humble and patient some days. Today Mark leads our prayer as we ask for God's grace in providing these things to us.

Read Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up! Again, if two lie together, they keep warm, but how can one keep warm alone? And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken. Reflect Have you experienced the benefits of having a mentor

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.

As Paul continues his first letter to Timothy, he has some more wisdom to share about the proper use of money and how it should be used to strengthen each other. Paul then finishes his letter with some good general advice that we should all take note of.

When people encountered Jesus, there was something irresistible about His gentle nature. There still is! Faith Sherrer encourages you to get to know “Jesus the Gentle” and let His peaceful spirit instill gentleness in you! Read about Jesus from the Bible. (The Book of John is a good source.) As you read, picture His gentle and quiet spirit. Allow yourself time to take this in and be in awe!

PERSONALIZED WORKOUT OPTION: Exciting news — adapt today’s spiritual workout to what’s happening in your  life right now. Our new digital librarian will pull personalized content for your workout and guide you through four simple steps to help you apply Scripture to your life today. Try it out HERE>>> INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY Join us as we explore why so many feel disconnected in today’s world and how the Bible offers hope and light. Discover how reconnecting with Go

“In the beginning God…” In Genesis we see the full majesty of God on display. From awe-inspiring acts of creating, to walking with Adam in Eden, God’s love and holiness fill every page.     In this verse-by-verse study we’ll take a close look at this important Book of the Bible. We’ll follow God and His interaction with man from Adam’s first breath to the scattering of the people at the tower of Babel. We’ll see the loving care with which God first formed Adam and the plan He

Day 1     READ   Genesis 1:1-2   1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The earth was formless and empty, and darkness covered the deep waters. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters.     Verse 1 says what God did. No human witness was there. All those who describe it otherwise only prove they were not a witness. True science has to do with what is observable, testable and repeatable. That cannot be done with creation. Some want