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The Divine Pace: Why Your Progress is Safe in God’s Hands
Stop feeling behind. Discover how God’s faithfulness and the purpose of waiting transform your spiritual growth from a stressful race into a steady walk of trust.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Apr 95 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - April 9
SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Pastor Ricky Kennedy discuss the true meaning of discipleship, surrender, and carrying your cross daily. They explore how faithfulness, not comfort or numbers, defines success in following Jesus. Practical insights are shared on living out Luke 9:23. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY In this episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the profound question of justification before God. Dr

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Apr 92 min read


The Grace of Giving - April 9
Read 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. For they gave according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord, begging us earnestly for the favor of taking part in the relief of the saints—and this, not as we expec

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Apr 93 min read


Knowing God - April 9
Getting to know more about God seems like an impossible, never-ending task. And while it's true that God is infinite, we can still learn about Him. Eva is here today to share some wisdom from the Bible about how the apostle Paul grew in his knowledge of God, and how you can too.

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Apr 91 min read


It's Worth It - April 9
Learning something new is usually worth it. But knowing Jesus is of surpassing worth! Find out why, as Coach Jonathan shares the importance of knowing and growing in Jesus. If you haven’t already, download the goTandem app and walk through each day’s spiritual workout, taking in the scripture verses, videos, and teaching, along with the encouragement and challenges that go with each. Have your Bible handy so you can get used to being in God’s Word. Start today and stick with

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Apr 91 min read


How to Know for Sure You Are Saved - Day 3 - April 9
Refuge. That is what you have when you belong to Jesus. Find out about the eternal security you have in the hands of Jesus.

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Apr 91 min read


The Fruit of the Spirit - April 9
Karmin leads our time in prayer today thanking God for the gifts of the Spirit and asking for more of the fruit of the Spirit in our lives.

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Apr 91 min read


10 Ways Church Leaders Make Themselves Vulnerable to Attack
Church leaders face unique spiritual vulnerabilities. Discover 10 common pitfalls and how to guard your heart, ministry, and relationships.

Chuck Lawless
Apr 84 min read


How to Know for Sure You Are Saved - Day 2 - April 8
Forgiveness of your sins doesn't depend on what you do for God, but what He did for YOU! Find out why you can trust this good news!

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Apr 81 min read


Pause and Reflect - April 8
What is it that’s driving you crazy about “that person”? Are you trying to be helpful or just trying to make yourself feel good? Coach Kate Dreesen helps you pause, reflect on your motives, and remember what the Bible says about criticizing others. When you notice yourself becoming critical, pause and reflect on the reasons for your critique, and remember what the Bible says about criticizing others. Have a kind heart, pray for people you meet, and win today!

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Apr 81 min read


B.E.A.R. With Each Other - April 8
When it comes to conflict with others, it's not a matter of if, it's a matter of when. And when conflict arises, are you able to navigate that conflict to leave the relationship better than it was before? Jonathan is here today to share some wisdom he's learned from the Bible to help him bear with those in his life.

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Apr 81 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - April 8
SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Pastor Ricky Kennedy discuss the hidden cost of playing it safe in faith. Reflecting on Luke 9:23, they explore how stepping out of comfort zones leads to spiritual growth, deeper trust in God, and greater empathy. Ricky shares personal experiences from church planting and navigating challenges, highlighting the blessings and transformation that come from courageous obedience over comfort. BACK

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Apr 82 min read


Merely Stewards - April 8
Read Luke 16:10-13 “One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much. If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches? And if you have not been faithful in that which is another’s, who will give that which is your own? No servant can serve two masters, for either he will hate one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and desp

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Apr 83 min read


Growing in Faithfulness - April 8
Asa leads our prayer today asking God to help us grow in faithfulness and to embrace life lived in the power of the Holy Spirit.

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Apr 81 min read


Strength That Is Gentle and Self-Controlled: The Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
True strength in the Christian life is not dominance but discipline. Discover how gentleness and self-control reflect the character of Christ and grow through the Spirit’s work over time.

Arnie Cole
Apr 73 min read


The Power of Story and Imagination - April 7
What story do you tell yourself about the person you need to forgive? Is what you’re saying accurate? Spiritual Fitness Coach John Comstock challenges you to think differently in order to forgive as Jesus forgave. If you are stuck in unforgiveness, write down the story you are telling yourself about the other person. Invite Jesus to help you identify any false assumptions you may be using to create the story, then ask Him to help you understand more about that person’s li

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Apr 71 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - April 7
SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Pastor Ricky Kennedy discuss stepping out in faith, overcoming doubt, and leading a new church. They explore the importance of spiritual disciplines, discerning God’s voice, and finding courage when comfort and fear compete for attention. BACK TO THE BIBLE DAILY In today’s episode of Back to the Bible Daily, Braden Pedersen explores the challenge and purpose of waiting on God. Drawing from Psal

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Apr 72 min read


Spiritually Empowered - April 7
Using the gifts and abilities we've been given is the key to growing not just physically, but spiritually as well. How will you use the gifts God's given to you? Caleb leads our prayer time today asking God for opportunities to grow.

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Apr 71 min read


Pray for Them - April 7
One thing we all learn starting at a young age is that other people will disappoint us and sometimes hurt us. Though these actions aren't always intentional, they become a weight that we'll carry long after. But you don't have to. Kate is here today to share some wisdom from the Bible that will help you get rid of that weight, and just maybe make a new friend.

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Apr 71 min read


Another Man’s Treasure - April 7
Read Matthew 6:19-21 Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Reflect What do you treasure most? How does that compare to what your neighbors seem to treasure? I read an article once about money management from a bibli

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Apr 73 min read


How to Know for Sure You Are Saved - Day 1 - April 7
Salvation is not a warm, fuzzy feeling. It is a fact - one you can trust beyond a doubt. Today we begin to track God's promises concerning trusting Him for eternal life.

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Apr 71 min read


Be Still and Know: Misunderstood Peace in Psalm 46:10
Psalm 46 reveals that true peace isn’t found in calm circumstances, but in surrendering control and trusting God in the middle of chaos.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Apr 65 min read


Being Honest About Dishonesty - April 6
Be honest. Are you dishonest? In the big things, the small things, the everyday things? Coach Lydia Robertson calls out the truth about how dishonesty, even when used to enhance our self-perception, destroys it! Be challenged and encouraged to live in God’s truth today and every day! Identify a place where dishonesty might be sneaking into your life. Then commit to 1 week of total honesty in that area. Let us or a friend know of your plan.

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Apr 61 min read


When Less Is More - April 6
Read Mark 12:41-44 And he sat down opposite the treasury and watched the people putting money into the offering box. Many rich people put in large sums. And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny. And he called his disciples to him and said to them, “Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box. For they all contribute out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in

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Apr 63 min read
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