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Everyday we are confronted with new beliefs held by the world - new lies that we are asked to conform to. It's enough to make anyone's head spin. But Cameron is here today to share some wisdom he found in the Bible that will help you plant your roots deep in God's truth.

Hardships, unmet expectations, sickness, loss--it all adds up. And it often adds up to discouragement. But there is hope! Sherri Kreps gives you a glimpse of God’s timeline to motivate you through the hard times. Take an inventory of your heart and see if there are hard things you are enduring that are causing discouragement. Then, make a list of these things and label them TEMPORARY. Look at the list daily as a reminder of what is temporary and what is eternal!

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) With as large and as organized as the church has become in this day and age, it's easy to forget its humble beginnings. Today we'll look at the fellowship of the early believers. We'll consider how we can be bold witnesses for the risen Christ even today. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) Everyday we are confronted with new beliefs held by the world - new lies that we are asked to c

With as large and as organized as the church has become in this day and age, it's easy to forget its humble beginnings. Today we'll look at the fellowship of the early believers. We'll consider how we can be bold witnesses for the risen Christ even today.

Read Galatians 6:7-8 Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. Reflect Based on how you’ve sown in the past year, what kind of a harvest are you expecting? How can you sow more seeds to the Spirit? I live in the Cornhusker State. Here in Nebraska, we understand that if you sow seed cor

Comedian Reno Collier opens up about addiction, faith, and the daily grit it takes to keep going. Here’s how trust in Jesus, honest community, and persistence shape real lasting change.

Destroy destructive thoughts! Today Caleb White coaches you on being proactive in your thought life with self-talk that comes from the One who knows you, loves you, and is committed to your spiritual growth and well-being Today, fix your thoughts on the fact that you are cared for and loved by the most important person ever, Jesus! Direct your attention to things that are excellent and worthy of praise.

Who do you see when you look in your mirror? What do you find when you read back through your journal? If you're like many people, there's probably plenty there you don't like to see. But how do you look to God's eyes? Justus is here today to share some encouraging words from the Bible to help change your perspective.

Taking time to exercise your physical body often sets your day on a positive path. Taking time to exercise our spiritual self, too, is well worth the effort. Join Donna as she leads our prayer time today asking God for the strength we need to carry through the day.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY Join Arnie Cole and guest Reno Collier on Spiritually Fit Today as they explore the power of persistence over talent, genius, or education. Hear inspiring stories of overcoming addiction and adversity through faith in Jesus Christ. Discover practical steps to spiritual fitness, encouragement for tough times, and the importance of perseverance. Tune in for hope, real-life testimonies, and motivation to keep running your race with Christ. New ep

Peter is one whose story could easily have ended in tragedy. On the night before Jesus died, Peter denied even knowing the man he had come to recognize as Savior and Lord. But his story doesn't end there and here in the beginning of Acts he preaches a powerful sermon that struck the hearts of many. We'll consider God's forgiveness and the power of His Word.

Read Galatians 6:6-7 Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches. Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. Reflect How do your spending and giving habits expose your priorities? If there’s one thing we’ve learned through our study of Galatians so far it’s that solid, biblical teaching matters. I am not exaggerating when I say it is a matter of life or death and spiritual freedom or spiritual sl

No one enjoys physical suffering--it hardly even needs to be said. But it remains a fact that suffering is, or will be, part of many of our lives. It was true for Paul as well. But God helped Paul find a purpose and a way to grow through his suffering. And in his letter to the Corinthians, he shares that Good News that is sure to be a comfort to you as well.

Coach Lydia Robertson shares connection points to help you and others walk through one of the toughest human experiences, one that Jesus knew all too well – loneliness. Offer a gesture of connection. Reach out to someone to say, “Hey, I’m thinking of you today and hope you are doing well.” Schedule to have coffee with a friend. Call a family member, even if just for a brief conversation. No matter if it is a friend, family member, or stranger, you can have an impact today by

The holidays are never an easy time to be alone. Mark leads our prayer today praising God for His presence in our lives. And we pray for comfort for those who might be lonely in our lives.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY Join Arnie Cole and comedian Reno Collier on Spiritually Fit Today as they discuss perseverance, recovery, and the power of sharing your story. Discover how faith, honesty, and community can bring hope and healing. Hear Reno’s journey from addiction to purpose, and learn how your experiences can encourage others. Tune in for inspiration, practical steps, and a reminder that spiritual fitness is about showing up daily—because what you do today

We don't often think of the heroes of the Bible, like David, being lonely. But they were people just like us. So how did someone like David cope with loneliness? Gary is here today to share some encouraging words from the Psalms to cling to the next time life tries to isolate you from others.

Jesus promised His disciples that even after He returned to heaven, they would not be alone. Jesus would sent the Helper, the Holy Spirit to guide and teach believers in this new age. And in Acts chapter 2 we see the dramatic entrance of the Holy Spirit. And we'll consider what this amazing gift means for us today.

Read Galatians 6:3-5 For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself. But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor. For each will have to bear his own load. Reflect Have you ever felt spiritually superior to other believers? Why does Paul say that those who do so are deceiving themselves? Have you ever played the spirituality comparison game? For example, have you ever felt a tw

Turn everyday drives into moments of prayer by interceding for people and places you pass, transforming ordinary routes into sacred journeys.

Read Galatians 6:1-2 Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. Reflect According to Paul, as brothers and sisters in Christ, what responsibilities do we have for each other? We live in a “gotcha” culture. What I mean is, our culture seems to relish a scandalous news story, especially if it

Join Sean as he leads us in prayer today bringing our prayers before God and asking for His peace and comfort.

There are few things more discouraging than feeling like the world is against you. If that's you today, then take a minute to join Madison in the Book of Romans for a powerful word of Encouragement from Scripture.

We're told, “Don’t worry, be happy.” But how do you keep from worrying? What do you do instead?  Coach Ricky opens the Bible and shows us the power and peace we can access when we go to God in everything! Go to God with everything that worries you today, being reminded that He is bigger than whatever you face and in Him you have the peace which surpasses all understanding and guards your heart and mind in Christ Jesus!