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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!

After His resurrection, Jesus returned to heaven. But not before leaving His disciples with some last words and a mission to change the world. Join us as we look at Jesus' final days on earth and consider how important it was that there were so many eyewitnesses to Jesus' miraculous power.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY Join Arnie Cole and Reno Collier on Spiritually Fit Today as they discuss daily perseverance, faith, and recovery from addiction. Discover practical steps to grow stronger in your walk with Christ, overcome struggles, and experience God’s grace. Hear Reno’s honest journey through sobriety and learn how focusing on Jesus, serving others, and building spiritual habits can transform your life. Tune in for encouragement, real stories, and actionab

Whatever today may throw at us, God has already overcome it. Join Seth today as he leads us in pray as we continue our day.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY Join Arnie Cole and comedian Reno Collier on Spiritually Fit Today as they discuss perseverance, faith, and overcoming addiction. Hear Reno’s honest journey from comedy success to personal struggles, and discover how faith, support, and surrender can transform your life. Be inspired by real stories, practical spiritual fitness tips, and encouragement to thank those who stood by you. Listen now for hope, strength, and a path to a stronger walk

What if, instead of rushing to give advice or answers, you simply listened? Really listened? Today Donna Amidon coaches you on how to win hearts rather than arguments!

Everyone has heard about the power of prayer. But do we practice it with each other? Today Coach Shannon explains the importance of seeking prayer—mutual prayer! Ask someone to pray for you. Be vulnerable and share your needs and concerns with another believer who you trust and who cares for you. Then, offer to pray for them as well.

Though betrayed and crucified, the story of Jesus doesn't end in a garden tomb. Three days later, the tomb was empty! Jesus' resurrection was a defining moment in the relationship between God and man, and a miracle that many believe is too good to be true. What do you believe?

Read Galatians 5:22-26 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking one another, envying one another. Reflect Since you became a Christian, what has been the biggest cha