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Pride is easy to recognize in others and difficult to see in ourselves. Discover where it hides and how biblical humility can change the way we respond.

How do you think Jesus feels when you sin? It's not a trick question. Do you picture Him with His head in His hands wondering how you can be so dense? Then take note of what John says as we begin our look at his first letter. Rather than judge, Jesus is your advocate, and stands ready to forgive...always.

With so many people out there lying, and being untrustworthy, after awhile, we learn the lesson that we're on our own in this world. But is that the right lesson? Tina is here today to share some encouragement from the Bible that shows us that there is someone we can trust.

Are you dealing with unexpected hardship and trials today? Jon is here to pray for you, and for all of us. Pray that God would use us even in our trials to be a beacon of light and hope to others who may also be struggling.

When the winds of discouragement hit, remember that you are not alone! Coach Caleb White helps you connect with the people, prayers, and promises that will take you through the storms. If you’re discouraged today, bring your worries and feelings to God and ask for His guidance and strength. Also, write down a Bible verse or two to read and remind yourself of God’s faithfulness!

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) How do you think Jesus feels when you sin? It's not a trick question. Do you picture Him with His head in His hands wondering how you can be so dense? Then take note of what John says as we begin our look at his first letter. Rather than judge, Jesus is your advocate, and stands ready to forgive...always. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) With so many people out there lying, and bei

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) Ever find the Bible hard to understand? You're not alone. Here at the end of Peter's second letter he agrees that some of the things the apostle Paul wrote are difficult. But God is patient. Be encouraged knowing that God is on your side and wants as many as possible to be saved. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) Money can do quite a bit in our world. But money ought to also come wi

Generosity may be seen in our giving, but true generosity is found in our hearts. Coach Kate Dreesen shows us how to be generous like Jesus! Look at all the Lord has blessed you with and thank Him for it. Then, look at what you can share with others and how you can give what you have to reflect what God has done in your life.

Ever find the Bible hard to understand? You're not alone. Here at the end of Peter's second letter he agrees that some of the things the apostle Paul wrote are difficult. But God is patient. Be encouraged knowing that God is on your side and wants as many as possible to be saved.

Read Luke 4:18-21 (ESV) “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” And he rolled up the scroll and gave it back to the attendant and sat down. And the eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. And he began to say to them, “Today this Scripture

Money can do quite a bit in our world. But money ought to also come with a big warning sign. Gary is here today to share some wisdom from the Bible that will help illustrate the limits of money. But we'll also find someone much more powerful to whom we can turn.

Now that we've spent time learning what the Bible has to say, Justus is here to offer a prayer that God would help us put His words into action in our lives.

Unfortunately, there are those out there who want to use the Bible for personal gain. Peter reminds us of these false teachers as he continues his letter. They can be hard to spot, though, so he gives us some warning signs to look out for. We'll also be encourage to use our time wisely while waiting for the Lord's return.

How can you tell if you’re in calm water, or if there’s turbulence ahead? Coach Mark Geist gives you pointers for discerning between true peace from God and confusion. Test every situation you are in and pray for discernment. If there is peace in your situations, rest and relax in that peace that God has provided for you. If there is no peace, pray for the wisdom to know how to help bring peace to it.

Do you ever find yourself longing for the peaceful days of some time past? You're not the only one. If you feel like life can only get more chaotic as you go along, is there any hope for peace at all? Thankfully there is, and Kate is here to share how she is able to find peace in her life.

Read Mark 8:34-36 (ESV) And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and the gospel’s will save it. For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?” Reflect How is Jesus’ teaching about service and self-sacrifice counter-cultural? We live in a culture

Fate is often defined as a predetermined course of events that we have no control over. It's set and unchangeable. So do you believe in fate? It's a question worth asking as Arnie explains today. Join him as we examine this question and take time to pray for God's light to shine in our lives.

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What does it mean to truly wrestle with God? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores Jacob's extraordinary encounter with God in Genesis 32, where a physical struggle becomes a spiritual breakthrough. Rather than wrestling against God's will, Jacob refuses to let go until he receives God's blessing—and his life is transformed forever. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Marci Jul

Learn how biblical repentance can help you recognize spiritual deception, leave false practices behind, make amends, and rebuild your life on the truth of God’s Word.

BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY What does it mean to truly revere God? In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores Isaiah 6 and the vision of God’s holiness, discussing the importance of reverence, the meaning of holiness, and how understanding God’s greatness shapes our daily lives as followers of Christ. Discover practical ways to honor God’s holiness in your everyday walk. SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Mar

Do you know what it means to "overdrive" the headlights on your car? It's when you drive too fast at night so you can't stop when you see something with your headlights. Keep that example in mind as you spend a minute with Celeste as she shares the wisdom she learned from the Bible about waiting for the Lord.

When it comes to trusting the words of the Bible, we get the best of both worlds, as Peter reminds us in his second letter. Not only do we get eyewitness accounts from some who walked with Jesus Himself, we get the Holy Spirit's own inspiration guiding the writing of Scripture. Are you reading the Bible today?

Read Matthew 16:15-19 (ESV) He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” And Jesus answered him, “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you

It’s easy to become weary of doing good when we experience trials and see the evil that is present in the world. But, as Shannon Lenz reminds us today, persevering in faithfulness to Christ always matters, so don’t grow weary! Let steadfastness have its full effect by asking God what He’s trying to teach you in the midst of your struggles and sufferings. Count your trials as personal growth opportunities. And, even if you are weary of doing good, find something good that you