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The Great Commission would be a lot easier to carry out if people always believed the Good News. But, there are other forces at work in the world conspiring to keep people in the darkness. As Paul continues his letter, he'll talk about the trials he has faced and give us encouragement to never give up.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Bruce A. discuss the real experience of grace, overcoming guilt, and finding forgiveness after failure. They explore Romans 8:1, the struggle to accept God’s grace, and how spiritual habits can help us move beyond shame. Discover how grace redeems the past and why no one is disqualified from God’s love. STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Experience is one o

Are the holidays more full of stress than peace? Anxiety instead of joy? Turns out, stress and inconvenience have been part of Christmas from the very beginning. The solution has been there for as long too. Join CJ as he shares some encouragement from the Scriptures to carry you through the holidays.

Experience is one of the greatest teachers there is, especially when it can lead us to be sympathetic to others going through situations we're familiar with. This is Paul's focus as he begins his second letter to the Corinthians. As we begin our look at this epistle, we'll also see how our love for each other should be what motivates disciple in the church when it is needed.

Read 1 Thessalonians 2:13 And we also thank God constantly for this, that when you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men but as what it really is, the word of God which is at work in you believers. Reflect Who does Paul give credit to for the faith of the Thessalonians? Why do you think he did that? There is a lot of noise out there. It kind of feels like everyone is shouting their opinions all the time. Even when I try to w

How has God worked in your life through your faith? Sometimes we'll be surprised at what we find when we stop to take the time and look. Join Jason as he leads our prayer time today and praises God for His blessings.

In times of fear, confusion, and uncertainty, it’s good to know we have a Wonderful Counselor  to help us navigate life’s complexities!  Shannon Lenz shares why it’s so important to slow your pace and take time with your Savior. Spend some time reading from the Gospels so our Wonderful Counselor Himself can offer you divine guidance and wisdom!

Knowledge that lives only in the head can't change our lives--it needs to move to the heart. Jack is here today to pray with us and to ask God to help us move His words from our heads to our hearts.

Feeling alone or forgotten? Discover from John 14 and Psalm 139 how God’s presence turns loneliness into quiet companionship and healing.

None of us get to choose the environment we're born into, and many grow up believing that they deserve whatever they got. But a better life is available for everyone. Jemalyn is here today to share from the Scriptures how we can live by faith even through our strongest challenges.

Oh Come All Ye Unfaithful? That's what Coach Kelsey talks about today! But before you write her off as a Scrooge – hear her out as she looks at several Biblical characters who were unfaithful, yet they were the very ones chosen to further the kingdom of God! Where is it the most difficult to be faithful to God? Write it down – come before the Lord in confessing this. Then express thankfulness and awe for God’s faithfulness despite our unfaithfulness!

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and guest Bruce A. discuss spiritual recovery when life falls apart. Bruce shares his personal journey through brokenness, loss, and addiction, and how God’s grace brought hope and restoration. Reflecting on Psalm 34:18, they explore what it means to rebuild faith and find strength in God during life’s darkest moments. STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Christi

Christianity is built on the miracle of Christ's resurrection. But miracles don't just happen every day. That's why Paul takes time in his letter to the Corinthians to establish the presence of many eyewitnesses to that historic event. After that, Paul concludes his letter reminding us of the need to support the ministries that matter to us.

Read 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 For you know how, like a father with his children, we exhorted each one of you and encouraged you and charged you to walk in a manner worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory. Reflect Do you have a father figure (maybe your own father or another older gentleman) who urged you to grow in the Christian faith and live a godly life? Who is that person and how did he encourage and challenge you? In previous messages, we’ve already ta

Is your phone creating “spiritual fog”? This article explores how nonstop scrolling can dull prayer, weaken focus, and quiet your sensitivity to God, and invites you to take a private Spiritual Fog Self-Assessment to regain clarity for 2026.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Just like an orchestra can create beautiful music when all musicians work together under the guidance of the conductor, so Christians have their greatest impact when working together under the leading of God. Paul talks more about love and how to use our gifts in service of the body of Christ rather than ourselves. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) If you're like many people, the Ch

Just like an orchestra can create beautiful music when all musicians work together under the guidance of the conductor, so Christians have their greatest impact when working together under the leading of God. Paul talks more about love and how to use our gifts in service of the body of Christ rather than ourselves.

If you're like many people, the Christmas season only brings distress and discouragement. Cari is here today with a spiritual lift just for you and a reminder that things are never as dark as they seem.

When life starts crowding you, how do you keep it together and sort things out? Spiritual Fitness Coach Gary Dunker points to Jesus to show what it takes to recharge and reprioritize by having a conversation with One who knows your needs. Find time today to be alone with God just as Jesus did—withdraw to a quiet place and pray. Even five minutes is a good starting point. Just start. You can do it!

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.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Do you know what spiritual gifts are? Paul discusses these in his letter to the Corinthians. As we discuss where these gifts come from, we'll also learn how they are to be used. Paul will show us that we are all part of one part, working together for the benefit of the whole body of Christ. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) If you've watched a loved one gradually lose their awarenes

No one is so far from God that they can't be forgiven. And many of us have loved ones who have strayed far from God. Today Donna prays for the prodigals in our lives and asks that God would draw them back to Him.

If you've watched a loved one gradually lose their awareness of who they are, you know how difficult it can be. Paula knows what it's like, too, and is here to share some comforting words from the Psalms to encourage you.

When your tears fall, let them rain on those around you! Jon Winkelman talks about the importance of sharing your grief with those around you, just as Jesus did. If you are experiencing loss right now, it is not only ok, but good to weep. It is also good to reach out to someone for support. Who will you reach out to?