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YOUR DAILY SPIRITUAL WORKOUT — BUILT FOR WHERE YOU ARE
Introducing four new daily podcasts from Back to the Bible— each one designed for your spiritual level. You’ve heard us talk about the...

Back to the Bible
6 days ago1 min read


What is Spiritual Fitness?
For those of you who have been on this journey with us, you’ve heard the term spiritual fitness before. But some of you may be hearing...

Back to the Bible
Jul 162 min read


4-STEP FITNESS
Absorbing God’s Word isn’t just about personal comfort—it’s about preparation for life’s spiritual battles. As Evagrius knew, God’s Word not only defends—it advances.

Arnie Cole
Jun 293 min read


IMPACT BY THE NUMBERS:
Each number tells a story. Behind every statistic below is a real person seeking to grow closer to Jesus. Whether through our spiritual fitness surveys, daily devotionals, or prayer challenges, your generosity is helping people hear God’s voice and respond with boldness and faith. Here’s a glimpse of what you made possible this past month:

Back to the Bible
Jun 281 min read


A PERSONAL NOTE FROM ARNIE COLE
As I reflect on spiritual fitness and sanctification, I'm reminded that growth requires both
divine grace and human eff ort working in tandem. Just as physical training demands investment in proper equipment and guidance, our spiritual development benefits from the right tools and resources.

Arnie Cole
Jun 112 min read


SANCTIFICATION AS SPIRITUAL FITNESS: Strengthen Your Soul for Life’s Journey
Imagine how different life would be if, as we age, we could continue to become more physically fit. Of course, physical strength naturally declines over time, no matter how disciplined we are. But spiritual fitness follows a different trajectory—it can keep increasing throughout our lives! That’s the beautiful reality behind the Christian doctrine of sanctification.

Arnie Cole
Jun 113 min read


SENT BY THE RISEN LORD: OUR EASTER COMMISSION
During that first Easter evening, as the disciples huddled behind locked doors—confused, fearful, and uncertain about their future—Jesus appeared among them.

Arnie Cole
Apr 143 min read


WHAT HAPPENED WHEN FRIENDS TOOK A CHANCE ON ME?
I grew up knowing that church mattered. God mattered. But somewhere along the way, those truths had to become more than just family values or familiar routines. They had to become mine.

Bryon Swanson
Apr 143 min read


Dangerous comfort: is your faith killing your soul? Part II
Mature Christians know the Great Commission yet rarely disciple others. Are we spiritually full but impact-empty? Lord, start with me!

Arnie Cole
Feb 233 min read


The Church: God's Spiritual Fitness Center
Imagine signing up for a gym membership and paying your dues but never attending a class, joining a training group, or building...

Arnie Cole
Feb 203 min read


Christian Fasting: A Beginner’s Guide to Its Spiritual Fitness Benefits
Professional athletes know a secret that serves the rest of us well: sometimes less is more. Think about it. They deliberately build rest...

Arnie Cole
Feb 63 min read


Better Together: The Spiritual Fitness-Inducing Power of Christian Community
Watch a pride of lions in the wild, and you’ll notice something fascinating: they instinctively know that survival depends on staying...

Arnie Cole
Feb 44 min read


What to do while waiting for Jesus to return: help us write a motivational daily devotion series!
Join us in writing a devotional series! Share your favorite verse and how it shaped you to inspire others to engage with God’s Word.

Arnie Cole
Jan 262 min read


How many times has Satan fooled you over your lifetime?
Are we still letting Satan fool us? His lies hold us back, but recognizing them is key to living out our calling as Christ Followers.

Arnie Cole
Jan 124 min read


The Local Church: God’s Chosen Spiritual Fitness Community
Imagine an athlete training for a marathon. Each day, they rise early to follow a carefully designed regimen, including nutrition,...

Arnie Cole
Jan 95 min read


Resolve to Be Spiritually Fit This New Year
As we turn the page to a new year, many of us reflect on resolutions—ways to better our health, improve our routines, or grow in our...

Arnie Cole
Dec 31, 20243 min read


God’s will or my will in 2025? Part Two
Discover how to align your life with God’s will in 2025. Take the Openness to God's Will survey to start your intentional journey of growth.

Arnie Cole
Dec 29, 20244 min read


Scripture as the Foundation for Spiritual Fitness
When we talk about fitness, we often think of physical exercise, balanced diets, and healthy habits that shape our bodies and give us...

Arnie Cole
Dec 27, 20243 min read


Scripture as the Foundation for Disciple-Making
When the supreme Lord of the universe delivers his “parting words” to the world—the last words we will hear from his lips until he...

Arnie Cole
Dec 23, 20244 min read


Spiritual Illness as Hidden Epidemic? Rethinking Our Spiritual Health
Spiritual illness is an unhealthy condition of the soul that disrupts our relationship with God and others, manifesting in toxic behaviors,

Arnie Cole
Dec 8, 20243 min read


5. WITH A THANKFUL HEART
Even though today is the day after Thanksgiving - I challenge you to keep Thanksgiving going today … and every day!

Seth Walker
Nov 14, 20242 min read


Sanctification as Spiritual Fitness: Strengthening Your Soul for Life’s Journey
Discover the lifelong journey of sanctification as spiritual fitness, where every aspect of your being is transformed into...

Arnie Cole
Oct 7, 20244 min read


The One Verse Most Believers Get Wrong That Leads To NCN Syndrome
If you are like me, you love Jesus with all your heart. Yet, when it comes to being motivated to disciple yourself or mentor others, you...

Arnie Cole
Sep 29, 20244 min read


What’s Wrong With Your Spiritual Mentor & Gatekeeper Being Your Pastor? Part 2
Uncover the dangers of relying solely on your pastor as a spiritual mentor. Discover the impact and how to take charge of your own growth.

Arnie Cole
Sep 22, 20243 min read
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