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When Paul travelled to distant cities on his missionary journeys, he preached the Gospel openly and in the synagogues. And when he was thrown in jail, he preached the Gospel to his jailors and fellow inmates. Today we'll see how a divine earthquake created an opportunity to preach the Good News and save a man's life.

"If you ride like an outlaw, you die like an outlaw." In the Old West (or at least in the movies) this was a warning about the company one keeps. And it's sound advice even today. Join Arnie as he unpacks this saying and looks at some Scripture to show how our fights against temptation can be greatly influenced by those we ride with.

Think back to what you've learned from God today. Now what's the point of keeping it to yourself? Shannon is here to lead our daily prayer asking God for opportunities to share His love with those we love.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In week 36, episode 5 of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole is joined by guest Katlyn, a trauma worker, to discuss building long-term resilience through faith and community. They explore how faith communities support trauma survivors and workers, practical steps for spiritual fitness, and the importance of carrying each other’s burdens, inspired by Galatians 6:2. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily Braden walks through the

Discover how the compassion of Jesus and the power of the Holy Spirit give you strength to endure deep grief and stand firm in life's hardest moments.

Could you use some encouragement today? Join us in prayer as Sean prays that God would raise up encouragers among us.

Read Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me? Reflect What worries or fears are you wrestling with right now? How are you managing those emotions? Maybe you can relate: While wrestling with a situation, in you head, you know that God is worthy of your complete trust. But your feelings are all over the place. One moment you’re at peace with whatever happens because God is

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In week 36, episode 4 of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and flight nurse Katlyn explore how gratitude can build resilience, even amid trauma and loss. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:18, they discuss practical ways to develop a gratitude practice, the difference between Christian gratitude and secular positivity, and how focusing on God’s faithfulness sustains spiritual and mental health. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY In this episode of Back to the Bible D

Win today with a spiritual lifeline that will hold your head and heart above the tough waters of discouragement. Coach Kate Dreesen shares words of wisdom to help you remember God will take care of you every day! Kate picked a favorite old hymn “God Will Take Care of You” to help remind her of the Lord’s promises in tough times. Do you have an encouraging song or hymn to remember? Keep it in mind to help you remember that God will always be with you!

Do you feel discouraged, bitter, or even angry when something goes wrong in your life? Of course, that's how we're supposed to feel. But that's not how we're supposed to stay. Char is here today to share some encouragement from God's Word to help you move on after life knocks you down.

The early church was already growing rapidly, but when the Gospel was preached to the gentiles too, the growth was exponential. But along with rapid growth came new questions and debates to be settled regarding these new believers. We'll look at the questions the early church faced, and see Paul off on his second missionary journey in this message.

What do physical exercise and spiritual disciplines have in common? Discover 8 powerful connections that can strengthen both your body and your walk with God.

Though the early church began among the Jewish people, it soon became clear that the message of the Gospel was a message for the world. Join us as we walk with Peter to the house of the gentile Cornelius. We'll also consider Paul's first missionary journey.

If you've invited Jesus, the light of the world, into your life, how are you using that light? Paula joins us for some encouragement and prayer as we seek to shine God's light to those around us.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and helicopter flight nurse Katlyn explore the hidden weight of unforgiveness in the aftermath of trauma and crisis. Drawing from years of responding to devastating accidents and emergencies, Katlyn shares how bitterness can quietly destroy healing—and why forgiveness is essential for emotional and spiritual recovery. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen

In today’s spiritual fitness workout, Coach Caleb White explains the biblical plan for how to grow in the fruit of the Spirit with a look at grapes and the goodness of God! To grow in goodness, remain connected to Jesus. Perhaps that includes confessing some sin that is holding you back. Trust His promise that you will produce much fruit and grow in goodness when you abide with Him!

Read Genesis 2:15 The LORD God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it. Reflect What is your attitude concerning work? Do you view it as a blessing or a necessary evil? Did you ever look at the need to work and decide that it’s a consequence of Adam and Eve’s disobedience? That, if they hadn’t sinned, we wouldn’t need to work today. It’s a common enough thought that even kids ask about it in Sunday school. This is probably rooted in thoughts of G

We all want to live in a good place right? Among good people, doing good things. And we try, but it's pretty obvious that there's a lot that's not good in this world. Is it even possible to find goodness? Stefanie is here today with some good news for you straight from the Bible.

Church hurt is real, but it does not have to define your future. Discover a biblical path toward healing, forgiveness, and renewed hope.

Reading or listening to God's Word is something we're all familiar with. But that's only half of the equation. Karmin is here today to remind us to live out what we learn. Join her in prayer as we seek opportunities to demonstrate Christ to our community.

SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and flight nurse Katlyn explore how to process grief, suffering, and the tough "why God?" questions. Drawing from Psalm 13, they discuss the power of honest lament, finding resilience through Scripture, and real-life examples of faith in the face of trauma and loss. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores what Ecclesiastes 4:9–12 teaches about comm

After years of persecuting the church, Saul, now known as Paul, became its fiercest advocate. What could take an enemy and turn him into an ally? Nothing less than a miracle. Find out more about Paul's dramatic conversion and put yourself in the sandals of the early disciples as they regard this new member of their flock.

Have you ever felt like giving up? Like, what's the point of continuing if you're not even going to win? Tom is here today to share about a time that he quit. But through some wisdom from his coach and some encouragement from the Bible, he found what he needed to carry on. Let his example encourage you today.

Imagine being a teenage girl, engaged, and pregnant – with the Son of God! Through this difficult situation, Mary demonstrated a very important part of spiritual fitness – perseverance. Sherri Kreps talks about the importance and the blessings of humbly and continually pursuing God in all things! Today, give up control and trust God instead. Continue to persevere by believing in His promises, giving thanks, and praying for your needs, with thanksgiving!