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Read Matthew 28:18-20 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Reflect According to today’s passage, what mission did Jesus give believers? Is that something you are actively participati

Ben is here today to lead our daily prayer with reminder of God's presence and attention when we pray.

Genesis 1 tells us that everything God created was good. But it's not long in the Bible till we see something that's not good--and it's probably not what you're expecting. Jillian is here today to share some comforting words from the Bible for those who are feeling lonely.

You weren’t made to be alone. Or lonely. So, what can you do about loneliness? What do you need to know about it? Who do you need to reach out to? In today’s episode, John Comstock invites you to be known and accepted into a deep fellowship with Jesus. For yourself, use John’s questions to consider how Jesus truly loves you. For someone else, ask God to point out someone you can take notice of and rejoice in knowing that this can become an invitation for them to experience th

Many people believe Jesus died for their sins but still avoid surrendering their lives to Him. This Sunday Review explores why we run from God—and why His invitation is always to come home.

How do you get past your past? How do you forgive yourself? Spiritual Fitness Coach Seth Walker leads today’s training session on one of the mainstays of spiritual health – receiving God’s forgiveness. Go to the Lord. Confess your sin. Receive His forgiveness. And remember: You are forgiven. You ARE forgiven!

Relationships are a fact of life. Today Jason leads our prayer as we ask God to be present in our relationships with others.

Did you know that Jesus prayed for you? It's true, and we read about it in the Gospel of John. In the hours before His death, Jesus spent much time on His knees in prayer for those who would be restored to the Father through the death and resurrection of the Son. Find out more about what Jesus prayed for you in this episode.

It may seem like an appropriate kind of justice when we refuse to seek or accept forgiveness for our past mistakes. But what if you're holding yourself back from being a powerful servant of God in this world? Nick is here today to share the story of Paul from the Bible and show us how we can find freedom in forgiveness.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Did you know that Jesus prayed for you? It's true, and we read about it in the Gospel of John. In the hours before His death, Jesus spent much time on His knees in prayer for those who would be restored to the Father through the death and resurrection of the Son. Find out more about what Jesus prayed for you in this episode. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) It may seem like an appr

Discover how faith, honesty, and community help people move through grief, addiction, and recovery one day at a time.

We live in a world that seems to be constantly draining our batteries. Not just our cell phone batteries, but our personal reserves of strength as well. Laura knows the feeling. But she's discovered a new source of strength in the Bible that she'll share with you today.

Read Colossians 1:9-12 And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; being strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy; giving thanks to the Father, who ha

No one is immune to discouragement. In fact, discouragement existed in the lives of many biblical heroes! Join Donna Amidon for a look at how God led Elijah through deep discouragement and back into a life of hope and service. He’ll do the same for you! If you’ve been going at a fast pace and your heart is discouraged, take time to refresh your soul. Maybe that means reaching out for help, committing to less at work, taking more time to rest, or spending time with friends who

Do you feel like giving up? Jason is here today to lead our daily prayer and ask God for the strength to overcome our challenges.

Jesus knew that He would return to heaven soon. And in comforting His disciples, He revealed to them and the world a great truth: That the Holy Spirit of God would someday enter into the lives of believers. Jesus takes this opportunity to help us understand just a little of the regenerating power of the Spirit at work in our lives.

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Jesus knew that He would return to heaven soon. And in comforting His disciples, He revealed to them and the world a great truth: That the Holy Spirit of God would someday enter into the lives of believers. Jesus takes this opportunity to help us understand just a little of the regenerating power of the Spirit at work in our lives. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) We live in a worl

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Every day, our choices in life move us closer to God, or further away. And while some days making the right choices seem hopeless, there is a way. Arnie is here today to pray with us, and to encourage us to stay in the Bible on a daily basis.

"Everyone's a critic!" You ever hear that before? These days with all our social media, that phrase is more accurate than ever. If you've been hurt by the criticism of others, or slung a few pointed comments yourself, be sure to take a minute to join Cameron today as he shares some advice from Scripture to help you escape the sport of criticism.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY Drawing from Romans 5:3, they discuss perseverance through suffering, honest faith, and finding hope in difficult seasons. Bruce shares personal insights on navigating disillusionment, unanswered prayers, and building a durable faith that endures life’s toughest challenges. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores Mark 2:1–12, where a paralyzed man is lowered through a roof by his friends to reach Jes

Read 1 Kings 8:61 Let your heart therefore be wholly true to the LORD our God, walking in his statutes and keeping his commandments, as at this day. Reflect What does being loyal to the Lord look like in everyday life? Why is He the only One truly worthy of our loyalty? Most of us know the greatest commandment—love the LORD your God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength (Mark 12:30). We know that we are supposed to love God with an undivided heart but that often me

Sometimes we confuse criticizing others with being truthful. And the line between the two can get pretty grey. So what are we to do? Caleb helps us understand. Think of a person in your life you recently criticized. Confess that to the Lord and to that person. It will probably feel uncomfortable, but what an opportunity to share what Jesus has done in your life. It might even lead to an opportunity to share the good news of Jesus for their life!

Even if you don't memorize much Scripture, there's a good chance you have John 11:35 memorized: "Jesus wept." Today we'll look at John 11 and death of Lazarus that brought Jesus to tears. And in the miracle that follows, Jesus not only gives us a glimpse of the future, but a sobering look at the hardness hiding in the hearts of some.