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Read 1 Timothy 4:7-8 (ESV) Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. Reflect Take some time to pray and reflect on your spiritual fitness. What are some disciplines you can focus on for training for godliness? When it comes to getting healthy, we all know the basics. We know that we

Do your thoughts take you captive, imprisoning you from living fully? Mark helps you reverse this destructive pattern with a powerful strategy to help you take your thoughts captive and live the life you were designed to live! Today, commit to renewing your mind with God’s Word, prayer, and positive practices, trusting that He will transform our thoughts and lead us into a life of victory and abundance!

If you were to guess about the overall tone of a letter sent from a prisoner, would you think it to be a joyful letter? That's exactly what we get in the Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians. Rather than dwell on his circumstances, we'll see how Paul finds joy even while in jail. As we begin this study, we'll learn a bit more about what motivates Paul to continue his work for Christ.

Repentance is more than feeling sorry—it is a daily turning toward God. Discover why repentance is central to the Christian life and why it remains the doorway to lasting freedom, growth, and grace.

We shouldn’t be easily angered. Right? But we all have our boiling points, so what happens when things start heating up? Spiritual Fitness Coach Jon Winkelman introduces you to the true source of self-control. When you feel your anger raging and your control slipping, let that be the trigger to Pause. Pray. Yield.

None of us like the word, but failure is part of all of our lives. And if we're being honest, sometimes failure can bring out the worst in us. Karmin is here today to share some insights she's learned from baseball and the Scripture about how to respond in a more God-honoring way that will get you back swinging for the fences.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What story are you telling yourself about who you are and your worth? On Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Bruce explore how our inner narratives shape our lives and faith. Discover how to recognize false stories, align your mindset with biblical truth, and begin renewing your mind with God’s perspective. Featuring insights from Proverbs 23:7, this episode guides you to identify and transform the stories you believe about yourself. BACK TO THE BIBL

Faithfulness is one of the most important attributes a Christian can demonstrate--because it is one of the most important attributes of God Himself! Because we are able to constantly rely on our unchanging Father, our life gains a foundation of bedrock on which we can build a life that can withstand whatever storm. Paul encourages this same faithfulness in his readers' lives as he concludes this important letter.

Read Philippians 4:4-8 (ESV) Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, wh

The Christmas season has a way of stirring up our emotions, both good and bad. Pray with Paula today as she asks for God's hand of peace to be over us this season.

Did you grow up believing Christianity was mostly a list of rules? Arnie Cole reflects on his own experience with legalism and invites readers to help rediscover what genuine spiritual fitness truly requires.

How well are you seeing others? Yourself? Coach Justus helps us dial in the focus so we won’t miss the opportunities Jesus offers to heal the brokenness in our own lives as well as in the lives of others. Remember that others are just like you - human, and instead of focusing on what you can be critical of, focus on how you can show kindness and love to them!

If it seems like God is asking a lot out of His followers, well, He is. But He is also promising a lot of help! Today Paul encourages his readers by telling them about the armor of God that protects us from the schemes and plans of the enemies of God. Find out more about your divine defenses as we draw near to the end of our study of Ephesians.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) If it seems like God is asking a lot out of His followers, well, He is. But He is also promising a lot of help! Today Paul encourages his readers by telling them about the armor of God that protects us from the schemes and plans of the enemies of God. Find out more about your divine defenses as we draw near to the end of our study of Ephesians. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) Ever

Everybody's a critic--or so the old saying goes. And in these days of social media, it seems to be true. But is that really what our world needs now? Paula is here today to share some wisdom from the Bible that will help shine a light in our rapidly darkening world.

Karmin is here today to lead us in a prayer of praise to God. What will you praise God for today?

Discover why functioning isn't the same as freedom. Learn how honesty, community, accountability, and God's grace lead to lasting recovery from addiction.

We all know what a "white lie" is. It's those little lies we tell ourselves and others that are meaningless and inconsequential. Except they're not. Mark is here today with some encouraging words from the Bible that show how important honesty is, even in the little things.

Read Psalm 6:6-9 (ESV) I am weary with my moaning; every night I flood my bed with tears; I drench my couch with my weeping. My eye wastes away because of grief; it grows weak because of all my foes. Depart from me, all you workers of evil, for the LORD has heard the sound of my weeping. The LORD has heard my plea; the LORD accepts my prayer. Reflect Are you in a season that feels heavy or overwhelming? Who are you turning to for help? Sometimes there is a perception in t

The way we treat our loved ones paints a vivid picture of the way we love our God. And it affects how the world perceives Him. As Christ-followers, every aspect of our life is to be lived under the guidance and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Paul explains more about this important instruction as he continues his letter to the Ephesians.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) The way we treat our loved ones paints a vivid picture of the way we love our God. And it affects how the world perceives Him. As Christ-followers, every aspect of our life is to be lived under the guidance and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Paul explains more about this important instruction as he continues his letter to the Ephesians. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) We all know

Have you ever watched a little boy who wants to be just like his daddy? He studies his father’s every move and mimics him. Coach Shannon reminds us that our Heavenly Father invites us to do the same! Spend some quality time with your Heavenly Father through prayer and studying your Bible. Then, follow in His footsteps and do what He does. For starters, you can dress like Him. Take off the lying and deceit like the filthy old jacket that it is and clothe yourself in honesty an

Ever notice how the toughest battles are the ones we face on the inside? Today's prayer is a heart-to-heart on the real talk from Galatians and 2 Corinthians about the sneaky ways we can be fooled by what seems right but isn't. The unshakeable truth is in Jesus Christ and getting real with our faith. Let’s pray together.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What if the key to healing is giving, not receiving? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and guest Rick Small explore how serving others brings deep personal healing, even in life’s hardest moments. Discover research-backed insights and real-life stories of faith, resilience, and the power of showing up, plus a practical challenge to help you find hope and purpose through helping others. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What do you do when God