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While the wars of the world rage, perhaps some of the most disturbing battles are fought within our minds. Today Coach Zane trains us in how to guard our minds and know God’s peace! Get into the Word and spend some time in prayer today. Pray with thanksgiving! These good spiritual disciplines aim our perspective toward God, and when we are set on Him, peace will overflow into our lives.

It's hard to understate the power of a strong community of believers. And if you've ever been encouraged or supported by a brother or sister in Christ at a crucial moment in your life, you've experienced this power. Join with us as we continue in Hebrews and consider ways we can be an encouragement to others.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) It's hard to understate the power of a strong community of believers. And if you've ever been encouraged or supported by a brother or sister in Christ at a crucial moment in your life, you've experienced this power. Join with us as we continue in Hebrews and consider ways we can be an encouragement to others. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) You ever notice how much we demand of ou

Jason prays for us today asks God to let us feel His peace in our lives.

You ever notice how much we demand of our money? We ask that it not just pay our bills or buy our groceries, we ask that it provide peace to our minds and secure us from calamity--things money has never been able to do. But if it's peace and security you're looking for, Kelsey is here today with some encouraging words from the Bible to help you find just that.

We could all use a bit more wisdom. In today's prayer, Paula leads us in a prayer for wisdom from God.

Are you prone to putting things off, ignoring the inevitable, or waiting until the last moment? Donna Amidon helps you break this cycle of procrastination with a simple yet powerful proverb. Think of one thing that’s been hard for you to do. Then, as an act of kindness to your future self, take the next step toward accomplishing that task.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Things changed about spiritual life between the Old and New Testaments. The Israelites used to have an elaborate system of sacrifices they needed to follow to stay right with God. But we don't do things like that anymore. Find out today why Jesus' sacrifice was superior enough to introduce us to the New Covenant between God and man. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) We've all been t

Read Amos 9:11-12 (ESV) “‘In that day I will raise up the booth of David that is fallen and repair its breaches, and raise up its ruins and rebuild it as in the days of old, that they may possess the remnant of Edom and all the nations who are called by my name,’ declares the LORD who does this.” Reflect How do people tend to respond when their sins are called out? Is preaching against sin a popular message? It is obvious in our culture today that people do not like to be

Things changed about spiritual life between the Old and New Testaments. The Israelites used to have an elaborate system of sacrifices they needed to follow to stay right with God. But we don't do things like that anymore. Find out today why Jesus' sacrifice was superior enough to introduce us to the New Covenant between God and man.

Discover how honesty, amends, faith, and healing can loosen shame’s grip and allow the painful parts of your recovery story to become hope for others.

We've all been there, right? We get caught up in an activity, or a hobby, and the next thing we know several hours have passed and we feel like we've wasted our day. How can we use our time more wisely? Jon knows this experience and is here to share what he learned from the Bible.

The Book of Hebrews is a great place to turn to learn more about the doctrines that define our faith. As we continue our study we'll see how it's possible that Jesus is able to offer salvation. And we'll be reminded that just like Jesus, our salvation is forever.

Does kindness seem in short supply these days? Join Sherri as she takes us to the Bible to show us how we can put some kindness back into the world.

We all have the ability to be kind. But what about the willingness to be kind? Coach Jon motivates us with several key scriptures to reveal the source of kindness and the desire to grow this winsome trait in our lives! To grow in kindness, 1) depend on the Spirit, 2) seek to bless yourself and others, and 3) allow the love of Christ to flow through you.

Does your everyday career matter to God? Discover how your work, professional skills, relationships, and ordinary responsibilities can become meaningful ways to serve God and others.

If you've ever spoken too harshly and regretted it, Sean knows how you feel. Join him as he leads our prayer today as we ask God for His love to be in our words.

Read Joel 2:28, 30-32 (ESV) “And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions…. And I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth, blood and fire and columns of smoke. The sun shall be turned to darkness, and the moon to blood, before the great and awesome day of the LORD comes. And it shall come to pass that everyone who ca

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Feeling discouraged or heartbroken? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus after Jesus’ resurrection. Discover how Jesus draws near in our lowest moments and how God’s presence can be found even when hope seems lost. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What does it really mean to live out the Great Commission in everyday life? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole, Sa

How do you trust God when life breaks your heart? Discover how biblical lament, God’s steadfast character, and surrender can anchor your faith through disappointment.

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What makes Christianity unique among world religions? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the historical and spiritual significance of Jesus’ resurrection. Discover why the empty tomb is the foundation of Christian faith, how the resurrection validates Jesus’ work on the cross, and what it means for believers today. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What does it mean to be "pressed but not crushed" in ministry? On Spiritually Fit

How would you rate your spiritual maturity? The Bible speaks of this in terms of the foods we're able to eat. Are you only able to drink milk like an infant, or have you moved on to more substantial matters, the solid food of spiritual life? Find out more about how to grow spiritually as we continue our study.

Paula leads our prayer time today asking God for patience and understanding as we shine His light in our world.

Relationships are hard. Most of us have experienced the stress and the pain of arguments and disagreements--and even the shame of knowing that we started it. Mark is here today to share some advice his father gave him--straight from the Bible--that will help you the next time a confrontation looms.