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Do Not Yield - October 17
Read Galatians 2:3-5 But even Titus who was with me, was not forced to be circumcised, though he was a Greek. Yet because of false...

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Oct 17, 20254 min read


Growing Closer to God - October 17
Is your desire to grow closer to Jesus today? Join Bryon for our daily prayer as we pray for God's guidance.

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Oct 17, 20251 min read


Say Something Nice - October 17
There's probably not anyone reading this who has NOT offended someone else with their words--intentionally or not. And you know how hard...

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Oct 17, 20251 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - October 16
INTRO: SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY When life hurts and pain feels overwhelming, can you still choose joy? In this powerful episode, Arnie Cole shares his raw journey through cancer and suffering, revealing how Psalm 118:24 became his lifeline. Discover the surprising strength that comes from rejoicing in the hardest moments—and learn how to find hope, purpose, and spiritual fitness even on your toughest days. Don’t miss this honest, uplifting challenge to make every day count,

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Oct 16, 20252 min read


Submit To Evaluation - October 16
Read Galatians 2:1-2 Then after fourteen years I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, taking Titus along with me. I went up because...

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Oct 16, 20253 min read


Heart and Direction - October 16
Young or old, we all come upon those times in life where the future and all its possibilities opens up in front of us and we're left...

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Oct 16, 20251 min read


Living to Please God - Day 3 - October 16
You may know that as a Christian, the Holy Spirit lives in you. But what does that mean? Who is the Holy Spirit? And what does His...

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Oct 16, 20251 min read


Lives Shaped by God's Love - October 16
Alejandro leads our daily prayer today asking God to mold us and shape us into more accurate reflections of Him as we spend time in the...

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Oct 16, 20251 min read


Great Peace from God’s Word - October 16
While the Bible doesn’t tell you which shoes to wear today, it most certainly gives you wise directions for your spiritual walk! Shannon...

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Oct 16, 20251 min read


A Simple Strategy to Pray Next Week, beginning This Coming Sunday
Prayer is seldom easy, and sometimes we need guidance to get started. My goal in this article is to give you a simple strategy to pray next week, beginning this coming Sunday. You might pray this way individually, or you might invite your small group or entire congregation to join you in this approach. The entire process is built on the ACTS prayer paradigm, a paradigm I learned decades ago when I needed help focusing my praying. At the time, this process was revolutionary

Chuck Lawless
Oct 15, 20253 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - October 15
INTRO: SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY Ever wonder if your joy could change someone’s day? In this episode, Arnie Cole and guest Jack Burke reveal how sharing genuine joy—especially in tough times—can be the spark someone else desperately needs. Discover the secret to contagious joy, hear inspiring real-life stories, and get practical steps to make your faith visible in everyday encounters. Don’t miss this uplifting conversation that will challenge you to let your joy shine for oth

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Oct 15, 20252 min read


Living to Please God - Day 2
Now that you are a Christ-follower, you have some important decisions to make. What are you going to pursue? Are the goals you're chasing...

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Oct 15, 20251 min read


Be A Moon - October 15
Read Galatians 1:21-24 Then I went into the regions of Syria and Cilicia. And I was still unknown in person to the churches of Judea that...

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Oct 15, 20253 min read


Take Heart - October 15
Discouragement causes us to overestimate the problems facing us and underestimate the power of God to overcome them. Coach Caleb White...

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Oct 15, 20251 min read


New Strength for the Journey! - October 15
Imagine withdrawing $100 from the bank and getting $1000! Imagine asking for an extra day to work on an assignment and getting a whole...

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Oct 15, 20251 min read


Unanswered Prayers: Finding Hope in God - October 15
How do we make sense of unanswered prayers? Arnie is here today to pray with us and to remind us that God's delays are not God's denials.

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Oct 15, 20251 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - October 14
INTRO: SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY Feeling tense, irritable, and overwhelmed by chaos? In this episode, Arnie Cole and Braden Pedersen get real about finding joy when life feels out of control. Discover practical ways to start your day with purpose, amplify your joy, and stand out in a world full of grumpiness. Don’t just survive the chaos—learn how to rejoice in it! Tune in for your daily “soul pump” and a fresh perspective on living joyfully, no matter what comes your way. ST

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Oct 14, 20252 min read


Give Glory to God - October 14
"How's it going?" "Just fine." Gary leads our prayer time today encouraging us to give glory to God in every circumstance--even those...

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Oct 14, 20251 min read


Living to Please God - Day 1
Becoming a Christian is step one. What comes after? How do we live a life pleasing to God? A life that brings honor to His name and to...

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Oct 14, 20251 min read


Goodness is More than Kindness - October 14
It's easy to think of the words kindness and goodness as meaning the same thing. Yet, in the Bible, there is a subtle distinction. Nat is...

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Oct 14, 20251 min read


Taught By the Lord - October 14
Read Galatians 1:16-20 …in order that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not immediately consult with anyone; nor did I go up...

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Oct 14, 20254 min read


Goodness Is Godliness - October 14
Good deal. Good grief. Good joke. We throw the term good around a lot. But does our definition of good align with God’s definition? Coach...

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Oct 14, 20251 min read


Spiritually Apathetic? When You Drift, You Don’t Drift Alone
It’s easy to tell ourselves: “I know I’m not where I should be spiritually—but it’s just between me and God. I’m not hurting anyone...

Arnie and the BTTB Team
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - October 13
INTRO: SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY What if today isn’t just another day, but a gift handcrafted by God just for you? In this inspiring...

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Oct 13, 20252 min read
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