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What’s Required of Us? What Made the List, What Didn’t.
What does God actually require of Christ followers? Discover the results of a reader survey revealing the daily practices believers identified—and the difference between biblical obedience and legalism.

Arnie Cole
Aug 23 min read


WHAT GETS LOST IN SUMMER, AND WHY IT MATTERS
A practical encouragement to rebuild your daily Scripture habits after summer through four simple movements: Receive, Reflect, Respond, and Reveal.

Arnie Cole
Aug 24 min read


INTRODUCING OUR NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Meet Back to the Bible's new Executive Director, Braden Pedersen, and discover his vision for Scripture-centered discipleship.

Arnie Cole
Aug 13 min read


Living in Hope: Serving the Lord as an Unknown Leader
Faithfully serving Christ without recognition can feel discouraging, but God sees every act of obedience. Discover why true hope is found in making Jesus—not ourselves—the center of the story.

Chuck Lawless
Jul 294 min read


So… Nothing Is Required of Us? Part Two
Does following Jesus require anything? Discover the biblical difference between legalism and obedience, and explore the daily practices that shape a spiritually fit life.

Arnie Cole
Jul 263 min read


Living in Hope: 8 Reasons We Must Not Give Up on Wayward or Unsaved Loved Ones
Waiting for a wandering child or an unsaved loved one can be heartbreaking. Discover eight biblical reasons to keep praying, trusting, and living in hope as God continues His work.

Chuck Lawless
Jul 154 min read


The Most Dangerous Lie of All Time: Someone Else Will Do It
Why do committed Christians hesitate to make disciples? New research reveals the biggest barrier isn't a lack of faith or Bible knowledge—it's believing someone else is better suited.

Arnie Cole
Jul 123 min read


How to Guard Your Heart and Find Joy in God’s Presence Every Day
Discover how to overcome the daily thieves of comparison, temptation, and discontentment by shifting your eyes back to the ultimate portion found in Christ.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Jul 96 min read


Holiness Is Not Optional: The Call to a Set-Apart Life
Holiness isn't optional for followers of Christ. Discover why God calls every believer to live a set-apart life and how the Holy Spirit empowers lasting spiritual transformation.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Jul 66 min read


The Day After July 4th: Why America Is Slipping Spiritually—And How We Can Be Part of the Solution
America's greatest spiritual challenge isn't just cultural decline—it's a discipleship gap. Discover why only 3 in 10 Christians are helping others follow Jesus and how you can be part of the solution.

Arnie Cole
Jul 52 min read


KNOWING YOUR TRUE IDENTITY SETS YOU FREE
A personal reflection on identity, belonging, and the freedom that comes from finding your worth in Christ rather than roles or opinions.

Back to the Bible
Jul 13 min read


A FAITH THAT HAS TO BE CHOSEN
A reflection on America at 250, the decline of cultural Christianity, and why the future belongs to a faith that must be chosen daily.

Arnie Cole
Jun 303 min read


LOVING AMERICA WELL
A biblical reflection on faithful patriotism, exploring how Christians can love America well without cynicism or misplaced allegiance.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Jun 292 min read


Are We a Christian Nation?
Was America ever truly a Christian nation? Explore the surprising history of faith in America, what today's research reveals, and why discipleship matters more than ever.

Arnie Cole
Jun 284 min read


When the Bible No Longer Resonates: Finding Your Way Back to God’s Word
Has the Bible started to feel distant or silent? Discover practical, hopeful ways to reconnect with God’s Word during spiritually dry seasons.

Arnie Cole
Jun 234 min read


What are the two biggest days of the year that false narratives rule?
Family estrangement often hurts most on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Discover how to respond to false narratives, release accusations to God, and find peace when relationships are fractured.

Arnie Cole
Jun 213 min read


Finding Soul Rest When You Are Running on Empty
Discover true soul rest when you are running on empty. Learn how trading your heavy burdens for the gentle yoke of Jesus brings lasting spiritual renewal.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Jun 188 min read


The Lie You Live Inside
The stories we tell ourselves shape our lives more than we realize. Discover how false narratives can quietly steer our decisions—and how God's truth can set us free.

Arnie Cole
Jun 144 min read


When Jesus Isn’t Enough, We All Reach for a Witch Doctor
Many believers trust Jesus—until life gets difficult. This Sunday Review explores modern-day “witch doctors,” hidden sources of trust, and what it means to rely fully on Christ.

Arnie Cole
Jun 74 min read


YOUR DAILY SPIRITUAL WORKOUT - Four Steps to Spiritual Fitness
Physical fitness doesn’t happen by accident. It requires showing up every day and doing the work. Spiritual fitness works the same way, and this simple, four-step daily framework gives you a repeatable rhythm for engaging God’s Word and letting it shape who you're becoming.

Back to the Bible
Jun 41 min read


WANTING TO GROW — AND NOT KNOWING WHERE TO START
A reflection on spiritual inconsistency, daily Scripture habits, and how small rhythms in God’s Word quietly shape lasting transformation.

Arnie and the BTTB Team
Jun 34 min read


A STORY OF WRECKAGE, RECOVERY, AND RIPPLE
A powerful testimony of addiction, recovery, daily Scripture habits, and how one transformed life can ripple into another.

Back to the Bible
Jun 22 min read


You Can Run, But You Can’t Hide
Many people believe Jesus died for their sins but still avoid surrendering their lives to Him. This Sunday Review explores why we run from God—and why His invitation is always to come home.

Arnie Cole
May 313 min read


What I Learned in That Room
What happens when ministry leaders admit the old success metrics no longer work? This Sunday Review explores discipleship, influence, and why older believers are still indispensable to the Kingdom.

Arnie Cole
May 244 min read
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