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Completely Transformed - January 27
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Reflect How has God transformed your life? How has He made you more holy? Sanctification. Chances are, you’ve read or heard the word before. But do you understand what it means? It’s a big word, but an important concept to understand. So today, we’ll look at the word “sanctification” more clos

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Jan 273 min read


Joy Even in the Gloomy Place - January 27
Whether you’re basking in blue skies or feeling a little like Eeyore with clouds of gloom hovering, coach Lydia Robertson assures us that God’s joy is available! Discover how joy can be cultivated in your life. Even if you’re feeling gloomy today, take time to connect to Jesus, the True Vine, and allow joy to be cultivated in your heart and shared through your words and actions.

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Jan 271 min read


When Grief Changes Everything: How Christian Hope Holds Us When Loss Leaves Us Empty
Grief reshapes life in ways we don’t expect, affecting heart, body, and soul. This article explores how Scripture treats grief with honesty and tenderness, why sorrow is not a lack of faith, and how Christian hope holds us when loss feels overwhelming.

Arnie Cole
Jan 264 min read


Be Holy As He Is Holy - January 26
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:22 Abstain from every form of evil. Reflect Prayerfully consider: are you allowing any form of evil in your life? What is it and what do you need to do about it? When it comes to things we know are wrong, we tend to think we can dabble in it as long as we just don’t get carried away. We push the boundaries and keep going as long as we don’t get caught. We play with fire and think it’s fine as long as we don’t get burned. But the apostle Paul didn’t allo

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Jan 263 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - January 26
PERSONALIZED WORKOUT OPTION: Exciting news — adapt today’s spiritual workout to what’s happening in your life right now. Our new digital librarian will pull personalized content for your workout and guide you through four simple steps to help you apply Scripture to your life today. Try it out HERE>>> SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and guest Megan Fletcher explore the meaning of spiritual disciplines and how consistency, not inte

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Jan 262 min read


Know Your Bible - 1 Thessalonians - Day 7 - January
Paul winds up his first letter to the Thessalonian believers with some general reminders to always be about the Lord's business. Our mission is too important for laziness! He also sets a good example for the rest of us believers by showing that it's okay to ask for prayer from others when we need it.

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Jan 261 min read


Hold Your Tongue - January 26
If you've ever spoken too harshly and regretted it, Sean knows how you feel. Join him as he leads our prayer today as we ask God for His love to be in our words.

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Jan 261 min read


We Are All Flawed - January 26
One of the first things we notice about other people, other than their looks, is their faults. And once we see the faults in someone else, it becomes hard to see our own. And it becomes much easier to become critical and unforgiving. Paula is here today to share some wisdom from the Bible that will shine a mirror back at ourselves.

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Jan 261 min read


Look for It - January 26
Fitness coach Mark Geist tests the limits of what might annoy you as he trains you to share God’s grace with others rather than your criticism! Instead of focusing on the things you might not like about others, focus on the positive. Make sure that the only things that come out of your mouth today are positive and encouraging!

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Jan 261 min read


Part 2. Solving the Greatest Mystery of Modern Day Christianity.
Is the Church in America experiencing revival or decline? This Sunday Review explores why conflicting data, misplaced metrics, and shallow measurements may be leading us to the wrong conclusions.

Arnie Cole
Jan 254 min read


The Inner Life of Pride and Self-Righteousness - January 25
Where do those tendencies to shift the blame or rationalize your sin come from? Coach Faith shines a light on the secretive life of pride! Find out where it lives, what it does, and how you can free yourself from its dangerous grip! Jesus took your sin to the cross so you could be free. So, turn from your pride and self-righteousness today and allow Jesus to transform your heart!

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Jan 251 min read


Know Your Bible - 1 Thessalonians - Day 6 - January 25
For 2,000 years, now, believers have been waiting for the return of Christ. But we can't just lock ourselves away until that day. Paul reminds his readers, and us, about how we should conduct our lives in light of the knowledge that Christ could return at any moment.

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Jan 251 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - January 25
STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) For 2,000 years, now, believers have been waiting for the return of Christ. But we can't just lock ourselves away until that day. Paul reminds his readers, and us, about how we should conduct our lives in light of the knowledge that Christ could return at any moment. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to your life?) Our pride can lead us to do all kinds of foolish things. Sometimes the result is ju

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Jan 251 min read


A Prayer to See Others as God Does - January 25
There are so many people in our world who are lost and hurting. Join Paula today as we pray to see the world the way God does.

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Jan 251 min read


Brought to Life - January 25
Our pride can lead us to do all kinds of foolish things. Sometimes the result is just a little embarrassment, but other times, the outcome can be much more severe. So how do you fight the pride in your life? Jon is here today to encourage you from the Bible to help you keep that pride at bay and experience the new life Christ has given you.

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Jan 251 min read


The Architecture of Serenity: Breaking the Illusion of Control in Recovery
Discover how the Serenity Prayer and surrendering the illusion of control provides the spiritual architecture needed for lasting peace in recovery.

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Jan 245 min read


Know Your Bible - 1 Thessalonians - Day 5 - January 24
It's not just today that believers are wondering about when Christ will return. Back in Paul's day people were already debating it, and getting things wrong too. Paul spends some time in his letter to correct some misconceptions about the return of the Lord, and to give some hope about that glorious day.

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Jan 241 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - January 24
INTRO: SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this first bonus episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Braden Pedersen from Back to the Bible explores Jesus’ teaching on worry from Matthew 6. Discover practical steps to name, release, and replace worry with faith, and learn how to trust God with your anxieties. Find encouragement and biblical insight for overcoming daily worries and living with greater peace. STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) It's not just tod

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Jan 242 min read


Leave the Lies Behind - January 24
Do you find yourself thinking that you're not worthy of God? That you've messed up and He can't love you anymore? You'll want to join Cameron for this Spiritual lift today as he explains exactly what God thinks about you, and show you how to have hope again.

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Jan 241 min read


Test for Truth - January 24
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21 Do not despise prophecies, but test everything; hold fast what is good. Reflect How can we know if a spiritual teaching is true or false? Have you ever heard anyone say something like, “The Lord spoke to me and said_____.” Or maybe you’ve felt like God was leading you to do something but you had no idea if that feeling was from the Lord or from your own heart. How are you supposed to know if a message is truly from God? How are we supp

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Jan 244 min read


Only the Truth - January 24
Does your mind have a mind of its own? Coach Gary reminds us that our own minds can turn against us unless we train them to think and believe only the truth! The next time destructive self-talk pops into your head say to yourself “Be gone Satan you are a false witness who breathes out lies. I am forgiven by Jesus—the faithful witness that does not lie.”

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Jan 241 min read


I Am God's Masterpiece - January 24
Paula leads us in prayer today and reminds us that we are God's masterpiece of creation.

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Jan 241 min read


Breaking the Habit of "What If": How to Stop Worrying
Are you enslaved to worry? Discover how to break the "what if" cycle and find peace through the Philippians 4 workout.

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Jan 234 min read


Your Daily Spiritual Work Out - January 23
INTRO: SPIRITUALLY FIT | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and guest Dr. Rob Rhodes discuss overcoming recurring worry and anxiety. They explore practical strategies, the importance of community, and the role of faith in finding peace. The conversation highlights Philippians 4:6-7, offering hope and actionable steps for those struggling with anxiety, and emphasizes the value of spiritual, physical, and mental health working together for lasting chan

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Jan 232 min read
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