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Peter denied Jesus three times, yet Christ restored him and transformed him into a fearless leader. Discover how Peter’s story offers hope that failure is never the end for those who surrender to God.

Read 2 Thessalonians 3:3-4 (ESV) But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. And we have confidence in the Lord about you, that you are doing and will do the things that we command. Reflect How has God proven His faithfulness in your life? There is a reason the beloved hymn “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” praises God’s great faithfulness and not our own. Another one of my favorite hymns, “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” put it this way:

What do you have to worry about today? No, really - with God in heaven watching over you, what do you have worth worrying about? Stefanie is here today with the answer straight from Jesus' mouth.

Waking up at 3am can cause a lot of worry. We asked Americans in a scientific study what they worry about most and found that the top three were finances, relationships, and health. Arnie leads us in prayer as we bring these concerns to God.

As a Christian, are you mentoring someone, or being mentored by by an older believer? Passing along what we know and supporting others is a major part of sharing the Gospel. Paul will talk to us more in his letter to the Ephesians about the gifts God has given us, and the importance of living a life that honors God.

Jesus knows the frenzy of your life. He cares and He wants you to be prepared for the future. But He also tells you to “stay on today”. Spiritual Fitness Coach Donna Amidon shares His comforting words to help you focus on today and not worry about tomorrow. Don’t fret over the future, but ask yourself, what needs to be done today? Then, stay on today!

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY When life falls apart, who shows up? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and guest Rick Small discuss how God uses ordinary believers to rescue the broken. Rick shares how a faithful friend and a persistent client helped him find hope and faith during his darkest moments. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What does true contentment look like? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores Philippians 4:11–13 and Hebrews 13:

Why does every Christian need a local church? Discover the biblical case for belonging to a faithful church and how God uses Christian community to help us grow in Christ.

Are you haunted by your past? By things you’ve done or said? Today, Caleb White coaches you through what it takes to forgive yourself and move forward in the freedom Christ offers. Reflect on something you haven’t forgiven yourself for and take it to the Lord in prayer. Tell Him you’ve had a hard time forgiving yourself and then by faith trust that He has already forgiven you for it. Then, choose to forgive yourself and move forward in freedom, one step at a time.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What happens when life falls apart and faith is all you have left? In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole talks with Rick Small about finding God in the wreckage after a painful divorce. Hear Rick’s journey from church leader and devoted father to brokenness, and how faith, community, and Galatians 6:9 helped him rebuild. Discover hope for anyone facing unexpected loss or heartbreak. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY Struggling to forgive someone w

After taking time to study the word of God, it's time to put it into practice. Sherri is here to pray that God will be with us throughout our day as we seek to honor Him in all we do.

As you walk with Christ, you'll begin to look more and more like Him in the way you act and respond to other people, believers included. At least, that's how it should be. Paul reminds us today of these characteristics and explains why unity among the believers is so vital in this world that so often seeks to divide.

Read Hebrews 6:1-2 (ESV) Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, and of instruction about washings, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. Reflect What are some practical steps you can take to grow in your faith when you feel stuck? Recently, I came across a study conducted by Arizona Christian University. In 2020, t

Have you ever put yourself in the spiritual doghouse? Have you sinned in some way and you're sure God is done with you? Think again. Arnie is here today with some encouraging words from Scripture that will get you out of the doghouse.

Why do committed Christians hesitate to make disciples? New research reveals the biggest barrier isn't a lack of faith or Bible knowledge—it's believing someone else is better suited.

Ephesians chapter 2 stands as one of the most important passages of the Bible. Here we see exactly the method and the purpose behind our salvation. As we examine these verses, we can praise God that he hasn't left so important a message to be guessed at--it's there plainly for all to read.

It's easy enough to become distracted when say, studying, or trying to work. But when distractions creep into our spiritual lives, the loss of focus can lead to some dark days. Laura is here today to share some of what she's learned from the Bible about staying focused.

Join Paula today as she leads our daily prayer group. Join us as we pray for God's guidance as we seek to live at peace and with joy.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Ephesians chapter 2 stands as one of the most important passages of the Bible. Here we see exactly the method and the purpose behind our salvation. As we examine these verses, we can praise God that he hasn't left so important a message to be guessed at--it's there plainly for all to read. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) It's easy enough to become distracted when say, studying, or

One day at a time. One step at a time. One prayer at a time. That’s what it takes to persevere. Coach Mark gives biblical tips to help you persevere through your unique spiritual fitness journey. Start every day by praying to God and asking Him to reveal the next step you need to take today. One day at a time. One step at a time.

Renae’s recovery story reminds us that freedom begins with honesty, surrender, boundaries, faith, and learning to let God rebuild what addiction tried to destroy.

It can be easy to forget about our blessings when surrounded by our messes. Today Doug leads us in prayer praising God for His love towards us.

Read Psalm 25:8-13 (ESV) Good and upright is the LORD; therefore he instructs sinners in the way. He leads the humble in what is right, and teaches the humble his way. All the paths of the LORD are steadfast love and faithfulness, for those who keep his covenant and his testimonies. For your name’s sake, O LORD, pardon my guilt, for it is great. Who is the man who fears the LORD? Him will he instruct in the way that he should choose. His soul shall abide in well-being, and hi

After Galatians, we find Paul's letter to the Ephesians--a letter written while in prison. So it may seem strange that Paul begins his letter by talking about the blessing he--and all believers--enjoy in Christ! Find out more as we begin our look at this important letter.