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Esther: Courage When the Stakes Are High
Courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s obedience in the face of it. Discover how Esther’s story challenges us to step forward when the stakes are high.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
2 days ago5 min read


The Identity Shift: When Church Involvement Isn't Enough
Can you be fully committed to church and still miss God? Explore Paula Lube’s story of shifting from a religious identity to being truly known by Christ.

Back to the Bible
5 days ago4 min read


Trusting God’s Plan: Letting Go Without Letting Go of Responsibility (Proverbs 3:5–6)
Trusting God doesn’t always bring clarity—but it brings confidence in His character. Learn how to move forward faithfully even when life doesn’t make sense.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Apr 135 min read


Daily Denials: The Practical Art of Taking Up Your Cross
What does it actually mean to take up your cross daily? Move beyond the religious symbol to a practical lifestyle of Christ-centered purpose.

Back to the Bible
Apr 104 min read


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


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


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


Finding Your True Identity and Purpose in the Daily Grind
Discover how to shift your identity from your performance to Christ and transform your daily work into an act of worship for the Lord.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Apr 25 min read


A TURNING POINT FOR DISCIPLESHIP
A look at how Back to the Bible is reshaping discipleship through Scripture-focused tools that move believers toward real transformation.

Back to the Bible
Apr 13 min read


Faithfulness That Endures Over Time: The Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Biblical faithfulness is not dramatic but enduring. This article explores how the Holy Spirit forms steady devotion to Christ through perseverance, consistent habits, and a lifelong walk of trust.

Arnie Cole
Mar 313 min read


Lifelong Roots: The Power of Early Spiritual Seeds
How do the small habits of a preschooler become the firm foundations of an adult? Discover the power of "soul-gardening" with expert Mrs. Thimijan.

Back to the Bible
Mar 274 min read


Goodness That Chooses What Is Right: The Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Biblical goodness is more than being morally decent. It reflects a Spirit-shaped life that chooses what is right in God’s sight, even when integrity requires courage or sacrifice.

Arnie Cole
Mar 243 min read


Learning to Listen: When Recovery Becomes a Relationship
A reflective devotional on recovery, surrender, and spiritual awakening—exploring how learning to listen to God transforms sobriety into a relationship, not just a routine.

Back to the Bible
Mar 215 min read


Kindness That Reflects the Heart of Christ: The Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Kindness is more than politeness or personality. This article explores how the Holy Spirit forms genuine kindness in believers, reflecting God’s character through everyday acts of compassion, patience, and grace.

Arnie Cole
Mar 173 min read


Truth vs. Spin: Navigating Clickbait Culture
In an era of clickbait and media agendas, how do you find the truth? Discover how to navigate the news with two industry insiders and biblical wisdom.

Back to the Bible
Mar 134 min read


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
Mar 93 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.

Back to the Bible
Mar 64 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.

Back to the Bible
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.

Back to the Bible
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
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