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Read John 1:1-5 (ESV) In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. Reflect Why is the deity of Christ an essential Christian belief? Why must Jesus be God? Matthew 16:13-16 records Jesus aski

What do Americans believe about heaven, hell, and salvation? New research reveals surprising views on eternity and why sharing the hope of Jesus matters.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY HERE ARE THE PODCASTS FROM THE WEEK Are you struggling to balance faith, family, and work—or feeling like you’re never enough at home? This week on Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Jason Hietbrink dive into what it really means to put God and family first. Discover practical ways to bring your best self home, embrace your weaknesses, and truly connect with those you love. Ready to take one step closer to Jesus and transform your evenings? Don’t mi

Read Revelation 21:1-4 (ESV) Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. He will

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY HERE ARE THE PODCASTS FROM THE WEEK Why do we struggle with sin, wrestle with rest, question our worth, and wonder at God’s mysterious ways? This week on Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen tackles life’s toughest questions—exploring the battle with habitual sin, the true meaning of Sabbath, the real promise of Isaiah 54:17, your unique value as God’s masterpiece, and how God works in unexpected ways. Ready to find hope, purpose, and practical ste

Does your family get the tired, distracted version of you? Discover why your presence at home reveals real faith, and a simple three-minute practice for walking through the door ready to love well.

Read Jude 1:20-23 (ESV) But you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life. And have mercy on those who doubt; save others by snatching them out of the fire; to others show mercy with fear, hating even the garment stained by the flesh. Reflect How does Jude urge his readers to fight back against false teaching? If you

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Why does God work in ways we don’t always understand? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5, highlighting how God’s miracles often come through unexpected paths. Discover how faith, obedience, and listening to God—sometimes through others—can lead to transformation, even when His ways don’t make sense to us. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What does it mean to truly connect with those you live wit

Join Mark today for our daily prayer time. Today we'll pray that God will remind us of His love and provision whenever worry starts to take over.

Discover what Naaman's healing in 2 Kings 5 teaches about trusting God's timing, releasing expectations, and taking simple steps of faithful obedience.

Read 3 John 1:5-8 (ESV) Beloved, it is a faithful thing you do in all your efforts for these brothers, strangers as they are, who testified to your love before the church. You will do well to send them on their journey in a manner worthy of God. For they have gone out for the sake of the name, accepting nothing from the Gentiles. Therefore we ought to support people like these, that we may be fellow workers for the truth. Reflect How was Gaius a positive role model for othe

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Do you struggle to see your worth? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores what it means to be made in the image of God, drawing from Genesis, Psalms, James, and Ephesians 2:10. Discover how Scripture affirms your unique value and why every person is God’s masterpiece, worthy of love and dignity. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY Ever struggle to leave work stress at the door? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and

Donna leads our prayer time today reminding us of the words from James in the Bible. We'll pray for opportunities to be doers of the word and not hearers only.

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What does Isaiah 54:17 really promise believers? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen unpacks the true context of this often-misunderstood verse, exploring its meaning for the Israelites and its ultimate fulfillment in the promise of eternal restoration. Discover why following God doesn’t guarantee an easy life, but offers something far greater. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What if hearing "You are not adequate" could set you free? In

Read 2 John 1:4-6 (ESV) I rejoiced greatly to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as we were commanded by the Father. And now I ask you, dear lady—not as though I were writing you a new commandment, but the one we have had from the beginning—that we love one another. And this is love, that we walk according to his commandments; this is the commandment, just as you have heard from the beginning, so that you should walk in it. Reflect How is loving each othe

Asa leads our daily prayer time today asking for God's mercy and grace as we extend grace to others.

What do you do when God’s promises and your circumstances don’t seem to match? Discover how Habakkuk found joy, strength, and steady faith in the middle of loss.

Who in your life needs to know God's love today? Today Ben leads our prayer time asking God to help us love like He does.

Read 1 John 5:11-13 (ESV) And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life. Reflect Have you ever wondered how you can know for sure that you are saved? How do today’s verses reassure you? Everyone has doubts from time to time. It gets

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Is hustle culture overshadowing the importance of rest in your life? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the biblical view of rest and Sabbath, drawing from Genesis, Exodus, and the teachings of Jesus. Discover how true rest is about spiritual renewal and centering your life on God, not just physical relaxation. Learn practical ways to build rhythms of Sabbath and daily connection with God. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY Ever

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Why do we keep doing the things we don’t want to do, even as followers of Jesus? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores Romans 7, discussing the struggle with sin, the reality of our sinful nature, and practical steps for overcoming habitual sin through confession, accountability, and prayer, while finding hope in God’s grace and the work of Jesus. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What does it mean to truly put God and family first

Growing closer to God is a daily process. To help today, Paula is here to lead our prayer time asking God to teach us more about Himself.

Read 2 Peter 1:16, 19-21 (ESV) For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty… And we have the prophetic word more fully confirmed, to which you will do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts, knowing this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture comes from someone’s own interpretat

Why can life feel disconnected even when you know what matters? Discover how putting faith into action helps restore purpose, meaning, and spiritual growth.