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Day 1  RECEIVE   Luke 23:50-51     50 Now there was a good and righteous man named Joseph. He was a member of the Jewish high council, 51 but he had not agreed with the decision and actions of the other religious leaders. He was from the town of Arimathea in Judea, and he was waiting for the Kingdom of God to come.      Joseph of Arimathea was on the Jewish Supreme Court, known as the Sanhedrin. Although he had disagreed with the other religious leaders he apparently did no

Day 1  RECEIVE   Luke 24:8-10     8 Then they remembered that he had said this. 9 So they rushed back from the tomb to tell his eleven disciples—and everyone else—what had happened. 10 It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and several other women who told the apostles what had happened.      The women were reminded of what Jesus had told them in Galilee about Him being betrayed, crucified and rising again on the third day. Then they remembered what He ha

Day 1  RECEIVE   Luke 24:22-24     22 “Then some women from our group of his followers were at his tomb early this morning, and they came back with an amazing report. 23 They said his body was missing, and they had seen angels who told them Jesus is alive! 24 Some of our men ran out to see, and sure enough, his body was gone, just as the women had said.”     The two followers of Jesus walking on the road to Emmaus did not realize it was Jesus walking with them. They contin

Day 1  RECEIVE   Luke 24:38-40     38 “Why are you frightened?” he asked. “Why are your hearts filled with doubt? 39 Look at my hands. Look at my feet. You can see that it’s really me. Touch me and make sure that I am not a ghost, because ghosts don’t have bodies, as you see that I do.” 40 As he spoke, he showed them his hands and his feet.     When Jesus suddenly stood in the midst of those to whom His two followers were telling about Him, they were startled and frightene

Worried your kids will remember your phone more than your face this Christmas? Discover a Christ-centered, practical way to trade distraction for presence through simple daily rhythms that make your home feel safe, seen, and loved.

The peace the world offers doesn’t hold up when trouble comes. But the peace of God found in Jesus Christ holds firm even in the midst of trials and trouble. Spiritual Fitness Coach Shannon Lenz explains how to experience that peace! If you don’t know Jesus, the Prince of Peace, get to know Him. Read His Word. A great place start is the Gospels. If you do know Jesus, share His peace with someone else. Let them know the source of your peace.

Our lives our directed by two forces that are often at odds with each other. Our hearts and our minds. And it can be frustrating to find yourself doing something that, in your mind, is bad for you. Seth knows this frustration, but also knows some wisdom from the Bible that will help you put your mind at ease.

Read 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13   Now may our God and Father himself, and our Lord Jesus, direct our way to you, and may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, as we do for you, so that he may establish your hearts blameless in holiness before our God and Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.     Reflect   When Jesus returns, how do you want Him to find you?     One thing we know for sure, Jesus is going to come back! In

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY Arnie Cole, Laura Coppinger, and Matt Coppinger discuss finding love and patience in the days after Christmas. They share practical ways to stay centered, like prayer mugs and family traditions, and talk about the importance of small moments and affirming love within the family. The episode highlights how tiny daily practices can lead to big breakthroughs in relationships and faith. STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowle

The Christian will always face opposition. Whether others just passively ignore us, or are outwardly hostile to our message, we as believers will constantly find our perseverance tested. That's why Paul closes his letter to the Galatians with some encouraging words and some motivation to never grow tired of doing good.

Are you seeking joy and peace this holiday season? Join Chloe in prayer, thanking the Lord for Jesus, our true source of peace and joy. She asks that we reflect God's love and find moments of stillness amidst the stress and busyness of the season.

Merry Christmas! Chase and Daniel are here today to remind us of God's great glory. Wherever you are at today, take a moment to sing along and take encouragement from this Christmas classic.

When rain falls on a field, soon, new life begins sprouting. And a similar thing happens when we put our faith in Christ and the Holy Spirit takes up residence in our hearts. Find out more about this new life that the Holy Spirit brings and learn what distinguishes it from those who choose to try to follow the law instead.

Merry Christmas from all of us at Back to the Bible! And thank you for your prayers and support. As we look back at how God has blessed us this past year, and as we look forward to the opportunities of the next year, Arnie leads us in a prayer for God's guidance and blessings.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY Arnie Cole is joined by Laura and Matt Coppinger, parents to eleven children, to discuss meaningful Christmas traditions, including blessing each child nightly and fostering a Christ-centered family culture. They share practical ways to involve every age, create lasting memories, and keep Jesus at the heart of the holiday, inspired by John 1:14 and Numbers 6. STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) When rain falls on

Read 1 Thessalonians 3:9-10   For what thanksgiving can we return to God for you, for all the joy that we feel for your sake before our God, as we pray most earnestly night and day that we may see you face to face and supply what is lacking in your faith?     Reflect   Have you ever tried to express your gratitude to someone but found that saying “thank you” wasn’t nearly enough?     When I am intentional and focus on listing out the things I am thankful for, I am always stru

“God’s Only Son” is more than a title, it is the definition of the greatest gift ever given! Coach Zane explains the deep and meaningful purpose of this powerful name. Merry Christmas! Make the choice today to put your faith in Jesus. If you already have— how will you give Him attention? How will you give Him the honor He is worthy of? Rejoice in God’s Only Son, for He is good, and His love endures forever!

Fasting is often misunderstood and rarely practiced, yet Scripture presents it as a powerful way to seek God more deeply. This article offers practical guidance for building fasting into your spiritual life in the new year and invites believers to experience renewed intimacy with God in 2026.

A question one has to consider when understanding the grace of Jesus Christ is, why did the ancient Israelites have such a strict law then? If that law can't save us, what was its purpose? Paul takes some time to answer that question as he continues his letter to the Galatian believers.

Coach Kelsey Coppinger reminds us that we can celebrate this season and beyond because we are loved by a God who is with us in both the highs and lows of this life. How is God with you today? Write down any hardship you or your loved ones are facing and ask God to be with you in visible, powerful ways so you can have the courage to share HOW He has been with you!

Part of shining our light is sharing the joy we have in our salvation. Today Lydia prays for us and asks God for opportunities to spread His joy.

Silent night. Holy night. Probably one of the first Christmas carols you learned. Do you find yourself lying awake nights wondering about God's plan, take a listen. And sing along as Chase and Celeste remind us God's wonderful Savior given to us on that silent night long ago.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY In this special Christmas Eve episode, Arnie Cole, Laura Coppinger, and Matt Coppinger discuss the power of presence in parenting, drawing from John 1:14. They share personal stories about fostering connection over conflict, setting boundaries with love, and the impact of small, intentional moments with children. Discover how being with, not just over, can transform relationships and reflect God’s love within your family. STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Rec

Read 1 Thessalonians 3:8   For now we live, if you are standing fast in the Lord.     Reflect   Have you ever received news that renewed your soul and made you feel alive again? What were the circumstances?     For most Christian parents, it’s terrible to consider that our children may not be walking with the Lord. Having wayward children grieves the hearts of so many parents. Understandably so!     Paul thought of those he discipled as his spiritual children. So for him, he