Spiritually Fit Today

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Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today, where every day is a workout for your soul—one step, one choice, one spiritual rep at a time. Join Arnie Cole and guests as we talk about how to improve how we behave as a Christ followers. Because how we act tomorrow depends on getting spiritually fit today. In this daily podcast, discover how engaging with God through the Bible and prayer can strengthen your soul for eternity—far beyond what any gym can do for your body. And join along as we memorize Scripture and hide God’s Word in our heart (download your weekly workbook here: https://bttb.org/workbook) Each week a new guest joins Arnie to discuss the parallels between what they do and growing spiritually fit.

  1. 20h ago ·  Video

    God Says You're Not Who You Think You Are - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Bruce. In this episode we move from naming the false, hidden, painful, shameful, and stuck stories we tell ourselves to embracing the truer story God is writing about us. Grounded in Ephesians 2:10, we’re reminded that we are God’s handiwork, created for good works prepared in advance, and given practical steps—Scripture, prayer, daily reminders, trusted books and people, and “stacking days”—to replace lies with truth. 4 R action guide Read: Read Ephesians 2:10 aloud each morning. Reflect: Ask, “What false story am I believing about myself? How does Ephesians 2:10 recast my identity and purpose?” Respond: Write a “truer sentence” (false story on top, God’s true story beneath), pray it back to God daily, stack faithful days, and find one book, podcast, or friend to support the change. Reveal: Share your truer sentence and one specific truth from Ephesians 2:10 with someone who needs hope; invite them to try this daily practice with you. Contact Arnie: arnie.cole@bttb.org Keywords: Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole, Bruce, Ephesians 2:10, identity in Christ, renewing the mind, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, daily devotion, prayer practice, write the truer sentence, faith habits Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft

  2. 1d ago ·  Video

    Why You Keep Repeating the Same Mistakes - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Bruce. In this episode we unpack 2 Corinthians 5:17 and talk about why you keep repeating the same chapter of life — not from lack of willpower but because you’re still living an old script. Bruce names common false stories (I must earn God’s approval; I don’t need God; victimhood; entitlement; I’m beyond redemption), explains why insight alone won’t change the heart, and shows how habits and Christian community reshape our desires. 4 R action steps Read — Read 2 Corinthians 5:17 and choose one Psalm that tells a different story than the false narrative you’re living. Reflect — Ask: Which old story am I believing? What partial truth is being warped? How does the “new creation” reframe my choices and desires today? Respond — Trade insight for a rep: pick one old narrative and one small action that contradicts it, do the rep within 40 hours and repeat it three times. Examples: if you believe “I’m too far gone,” read a Psalm today; if you believe “nobody wants me,” initiate one conversation; if you believe “I must earn God’s approval,” pray and thank God before you produce anything. Reveal — Demonstrate this new story to others: initiate a candid conversation, share how Scripture has reshaped you, or invite someone into a discipling relationship so you sharpen one another in Christ. Contact Arnie: arnie.cole@bttb.org Keywords: 2 Corinthians 5:17, new creation, get unstuck, spiritual growth, Christian podcast, Arnie Cole, Bruce, spiritual habits, community, discipleship, soul-pump assignment, read reflect respond reveal Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft

  3. 2d ago ·  Video

    God Doesn't See You the Way Shame Does - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Bruce. In this episode Arnie and Bruce unpack shame vs. guilt, show how the gospel removes condemnation, and point listeners to Romans 8:1 as the Scripture that reframes identity in Christ. Bruce shares personal testimony about forgiveness, the role of Christian community, and practical steps to stop living under shame. Read: Romans 8:1 — meditate on the promise “there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Reflect: Ask whether you’re treating sin as something you did (guilt) or as who you are (shame). Picture Christ taking both your guilt and your shame on the cross. Respond: Own up to your sin—confess to God and, when safe, one trusted person who can help you experience God’s forgiveness and restore your identity. Reveal: Reach out to someone living in shame—offer presence, acceptance, and point them to Romans 8:1 and the good news that Christ’s work covers both guilt and shame. Questions or thoughts for Arnie: arnie.cole@bttb.org Keywords: shame vs guilt, Romans 8:1, no condemnation, forgiveness, identity in Christ, gospel, healing from shame, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, Arnie Cole, Bruce Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft

  4. 3d ago ·  Video

    Don't Let Suffering Write Your Story - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Bruce. In this episode we unpack how pain can hijack your story and how Scripture can re-author meaning—using Genesis 50:20 and Joseph’s story as our anchor. Bruce shares personal insights on suffering, lament, faith, and how to hold pain as a chapter rather than your whole story. Take the 4 Rs: Read — Read Genesis 50:20 (and the Psalms of lament) and let Joseph’s perspective sink in. Reflect — Ask: What story is my pain telling me? Is that belief true or just loud? What might God be intending for good that I can’t see yet? Respond — Finish the following sentence: “What that pain taught me to believe was…” Write one sentence of truth to set beside the pain, say it aloud once today. Use this prayer: “Lord, my pain has been telling me a story, and some of it isn’t true. Help me see that. You are close to the brokenhearted. You waste nothing. Help me trust that you are writing good into this, even when I can’t see the page yet. Amen.” Reveal — Share your one-sentence truth with a friend, mentor, or small group and ask how you can encourage one another to live by that truth. Want to follow up or share feedback? Email Arnie at arnie.cole@bttb.org Keywords: Genesis 50:20, Joseph, suffering, pain and narrative, faith and doubt, lament, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, Bible reflection, redemption, Bruce, Arnie Cole Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft

  5. 4d ago ·  Video

    The Hidden Story Controlling Your Life (And How to Change It) - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole. Today Arnie talks with Bruce about the stories we unconsciously tell ourselves, how those narratives shape identity, and how Scripture rewrites false internal scripts. Proverbs 23:7 — "For as he thinks in his heart, so he is" — anchors the conversation. They identify common false stories (victim mindset; needing to earn God's approval) and give a practical assignment to catch and reauthor your narrator. 4 Rs — practical next steps: Read — Read Proverbs 23:7 and surrounding passages to see how Scripture defines who you are in God. Reflect — Notice your recurring thoughts, feelings, and actions for the sentence your mind repeats about you; pick the one you’d never say aloud but say to yourself daily. Respond — For the next 24 hours write down that loudest sentence, then choose a Scripture truth to speak over it, pray, and practice replacing the false narrative. Reveal — Share the sentence and your chosen biblical counter-truth with a trusted friend, mentor, or small group; ask them to pray with you and hold you accountable as you reauthor your story. Email feedback or questions to arnie.cole@bttb.org Keywords: Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole, Bruce, Proverbs 23:7, inner narrative, identity in Christ, renewal of mind, Christian podcast, Back to the Bible, spiritual growth, soul pump, catch your narrator, victim mindset, Bible study Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft.

  6. Jul 17 ·  Video

    The Surprising Way God Heals Broken People - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Rick Small. In this episode Arnie and Rick explore how serving others can bring healing, how God redeems wreckage, and why showing up — even when you’re worn out — leads to a harvest of hope. A study of over 2,000 churchgoers found that helping others heals us more deeply than being helped; Rick’s story illustrates that truth in everyday places: hospitals, barns, and family care. 4 R Action Steps - Read: Galatians 6:9 — "Let us not become weary in doing good..." Read it slowly out loud this week. - Reflect: Where in your life are you resisting "doing good" because you feel depleted? Journal one moment this week when serving eased your pain. - Respond: Pick one small way to serve next week (church greeter, neighbor visit, nursing home, or a caregiver task). Put it on your calendar and commit to showing up. - Reveal: Invite one person to join you or tell someone how this passage has shaped your choice to serve; use your story to encourage them. Need to connect? Email Arnie Cole: arnie.cole@bttb.org If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs hope. Keywords: spiritual fitness, serving others, Galatians 6:9, Christian living, caregiving, grief recovery, volunteer, ministry, faith and healing, redemption, community service, mental health. Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft

  7. Jul 16 ·  Video

    What Caregivers Need to Hear Today - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole. In this episode Arnie is joined by Rick Small for a candid conversation honoring the hidden volunteers—the caregivers whose quiet acts of love often go unseen. Using Galatians 6:9 as our memory verse (“Let us not become weary in doing good…”) we explore dementia care, meeting loved ones “where they are,” the practical burdens of paperwork and benefits, the importance of family teamwork, prayer, patience, and avoiding resentment while serving those who once served us. 4 R Action Steps Read — Read Galatians 6:9 (and the surrounding verses) slowly. Let the promise of a harvest settle in. Reflect — Ask: Where do I feel weary? Who in my life is serving without notice? How does this promise change my view of service? Respond — Do one concrete thing this week: send a note of recognition, pray for a caregiver, offer a specific task (errands, a meal, paperwork help), or set a small boundary to protect your own strength. Reveal — Demonstrate the truth by publicly or privately honoring a hidden volunteer: share their story with permission, bring a small gift, or simply say, “I see you and it matters.” Contact: arnie.cole@bttb.org Keywords: caregiving, caregivers, hidden volunteers, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, family caregivers, elder care, caregiver burnout, Galatians 6:9, Christian podcast, spiritual encouragement, volunteer appreciation Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft

  8. Jul 15 ·  Video

    God Uses Your Past for Purpose - SFT

    Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Rick Small. Rick shares how a childhood dream of being a cowboy, a 40-year career in financial services, and family experiences led him to volunteer at Stillwaters Equestrian Academy, Arnie's therapeutic riding ministry for kids and adults with disabilities. Hear how God can weave childhood dreams and life wounds into service that blesses others and brings joy. Memory verse: Galatians 6:9 — "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." 4 R action steps - Read: Read Galatians 6:9 and meditate on perseverance in service. - Reflect: Ask: What childhood passions are tucked away? How does the "invisible backpack" of my past shape my willingness to serve? Who around me is hurting in a way I can understand? - Respond: Do the three-column inventory: (1) What I loved as a kid, (2) What I’m hurting over right now, (3) Who in my world is hurting in a way I’d understand and could help. Where columns intersect, try one concrete volunteer step this week. - Reveal: Share your inventory and your next step with a friend or mentor, invite someone to serve with you, or demonstrate love through consistent acts of service. Contact: arnie.cole@bttb.org Keywords: Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole, Rick Small, Galatians 6:9, volunteer, equestrian therapy, disability ministry, serving others, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, childhood dreams, stewardship, faith in action Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft

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Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today, where every day is a workout for your soul—one step, one choice, one spiritual rep at a time. Join Arnie Cole and guests as we talk about how to improve how we behave as a Christ followers. Because how we act tomorrow depends on getting spiritually fit today. In this daily podcast, discover how engaging with God through the Bible and prayer can strengthen your soul for eternity—far beyond what any gym can do for your body. And join along as we memorize Scripture and hide God’s Word in our heart (download your weekly workbook here: https://bttb.org/workbook) Each week a new guest joins Arnie to discuss the parallels between what they do and growing spiritually fit.

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  • Creator
    Back To The Bible
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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