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Peace That Steadies the Heart: The Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Biblical peace is not the absence of trouble but the presence of trust. This article explores how Spirit-formed peace grows from reconciliation with God, matures through prayer and trust, and steadies the heart even when life feels uncertain.

Arnie Cole
10 hours ago3 min read


The Vulnerability of the "Unwind": Avoiding the Weakest Link
Using social media to "relax" can be a spiritual trap. Learn why we are most susceptible to temptation when we are tired and how to find true restoration.

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3 days ago4 min read


Joy That Runs Deeper Than Circumstances: Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Biblical joy is deeper than happiness and stronger than circumstances. This article explores how Spirit-formed joy grows over time, why it coexists with sorrow, and how abiding in Christ produces resilient joy marked by trust, hope, and spiritual maturity.

Arnie Cole
Mar 24 min read


THE STATE OF CHRISTIANITY IN AMERICA TODAY
New research from the Center for Scripture Absorption reveals a growing gap between belief and biblical discipleship in America.

Arnie Cole
Mar 12 min read


Thy Word Have I Hid: The Science and Spirit of Mental Anchoring
Discover why willpower isn't enough to beat temptation. Learn the "Soul Pump" technique of hiding God's Word in your heart to create a spiritual defense system.

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Feb 274 min read


Love as the First Evidence of a Spiritual Life: The Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Love is the first and clearest evidence of a Spirit-formed life. This article explores why love leads the fruit of the Spirit, how it grows slowly through abiding in Christ, and why spiritual growth is measured by direction over time—not perfection.

Arnie Cole
Feb 234 min read


Why So Many “Decisions for Christ” Don’t Lead to a Changed Life
Many people respond to the gospel but never experience lasting transformation. This article explores why a momentary decision is not the finish line of faith, how Scripture defines genuine saving belief, and why spiritual growth is about progress over time—not instant perfection.

Arnie Cole
Feb 164 min read


The Anatomy of Renewal: Retraining Your Mind for God’s Will
Are you suffering from "brain rot"? Discover how to move from passive consumption to the active renewing of your mind through Romans 12:2.

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Feb 64 min read


When You’re Worn Down to the Bone: Why Jesus Takes Weariness Seriously—and So Should We
Burnout is more than physical exhaustion—it’s a soul-level weariness Jesus takes seriously. This article explores how Scripture addresses burnout, why rest begins with relationship, and how Jesus offers a kind of rest that restores what striving has drained.

Arnie Cole
Jan 194 min read


When Tomorrow Feels Overwhelming -How God Steadies a Heart That Wants to Run Ahead
Fear of the future can drain your mind and body. Discover from Isaiah 46:3–4 how God carries His people, and learn habits that push fear out and build peace.

Arnie Cole
Jan 124 min read


When You Don’t Know What God Wants - Learning to Trust the One Who Leads One Step at a Time
When clarity feels out of reach and God’s will seems unclear, Scripture reminds us that trust comes before direction. This article explores how God leads step by step, why formation matters more than location, and how to walk forward faithfully even when certainty is missing.

Arnie Cole
Jan 53 min read


Starting the New Year Right with Your Spiritual Disciplines
A new year offers a fresh opportunity to grow in your spiritual disciplines. This article encourages believers to focus on present-tense obedience, start small, build intentional habits of Bible reading and prayer, and walk with others as they pursue renewed intimacy with God in the year ahead.

Chuck Lawless
Dec 31, 20254 min read


Fasting in the New Year
Fasting is often misunderstood and rarely practiced, yet Scripture presents it as a powerful way to seek God more deeply. This article offers practical guidance for building fasting into your spiritual life in the new year and invites believers to experience renewed intimacy with God in 2026.

Chuck Lawless
Dec 24, 20254 min read
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