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God Supplies Every Need | Day 345 Dec 11, 2025

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Day 345 | Philippians 2:12–4:23

Paul calls believers to work out their salvation with reverence, trusting that God Himself gives both the desire and the strength to obey. He urges the church to shine without complaining, to place no confidence in human effort, and to count everything as loss compared with knowing Christ. As the letter closes, Paul reveals the secret he learned in every circumstance—true contentment comes through Christ’s strength, not through changing conditions. These chapters remind us that joy, steadfastness, and peace flow from knowing the God who supplies every need.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Tanya Franks

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Paul Appeals for Onesimus | Day 344 Dec 10, 2025

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Day 344 | Philemon 1:1-25; Philippians 1:1–2:11

Paul’s short letter to Philemon reveals his appeal on behalf of Onesimus, urging that he be received no longer as a slave but as a beloved brother in Christ. From there Philippians opens with Paul’s confidence that God will finish the good work He began, his prayer for abounding love and growing discernment, and his call for believers to live as citizens of heaven—standing firm, united in purpose, and courageous in their faith. Together these passages highlight how the gospel reshapes relationships, character, and the way we live each day.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Ben Taylor

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Set Your Mind on Things Above | Day 343 Dec 09, 2025

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Day 343 | Colossians 1:24–4:18

Paul urges believers to continue walking with Christ by rooting themselves deeply in Him, building their lives on His truth, and rejecting the empty philosophies that pull them away. From there he turns to the practical outworking of a renewed life—setting the mind on things above, putting off the old patterns of sin, and clothing oneself with compassion, humility, and love. Colossians 3 also paints a picture of how Christ shapes relationships in the home, calling husbands, wives, parents, and children to live out His character in their daily lives.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Michael Pritchard

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The Supremacy of Christ Over Creation | Day 342 Dec 08, 2025

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Day 342 | Ephesians 5:15–6:24; Colossians 1:1-23

Paul urges believers to walk wisely, stay filled with the Spirit, and give thanks in all things. From there, the reading moves into the sweeping theology of Colossians 1, where Christ is revealed as the image of the invisible God, the One through whom all things were created and the One who holds all creation together. Through His death, He reconciles those who were once far from God and brings them into His presence, holy and without fault. This passage draws our eyes to who Christ truly is and what He has accomplished on our behalf.

Hosts: Tanya Franks, Ben Taylor

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Christ Gives Gifts to Build His Church | Day 341 Dec 07, 2025

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Day 341 | Ephesians 3:1–5:14

Paul explains that Christ has given His people spiritual gifts so the church can be built up, strengthened, and brought to maturity. These gifts—whether teaching, leading, serving, or encouraging—equip believers to carry out the work of ministry together. As each part of the body uses what Christ has supplied, the whole church grows into unity, stability, and Christlikeness, reflecting His character to the world.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Derek Ewalt

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Paul Survives a Snakebite on Malta | Day 340 Dec 06, 2025

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Day 340 | Acts 28:1-32; Ephesians 1:1–2:22

After surviving the shipwreck, Paul and the other passengers reach Malta, where a snakebite and a miraculous healing open doors for the gospel among the islanders. When Paul finally arrives in Rome, he continues his mission even while under guard, gathering the Jewish leaders, explaining the kingdom of God, and teaching about Jesus from morning until evening. Acts 28 shows how the gospel keeps advancing, no matter the obstacles, and how God uses every circumstance to bring His message to new people.

Hosts: Ben Taylor, Noah Sidhom

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A Violent Storm Strikes Paul’s Ship | Day 339 Dec 05, 2025

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Day 339 | Acts 27:1-44

As Paul is transported to Rome, a violent storm overtakes the ship and drives it helplessly across the sea. With daylight gone and hope fading, God sends a message assuring Paul that everyone on board will be spared. In the chaos of wind, waves, and a breaking vessel, Paul urges the sailors to take courage because God will do exactly what He has promised. Acts 27 shows that even when the storms of life rage, God remains in control and faithfully carries His people through.

Hosts: Derek Ewalt, Tanya Franks

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Paul Declares the Resurrection to Roman Rulers | Day 338 Dec 04, 2025

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Day 338 | Acts 24:1–26:32

Paul stands in chains before Felix, Festus, and King Agrippa, boldly declaring the hope of the resurrection and the good news of Jesus. As Felix trembles under conviction and Agrippa listens to Paul’s story of encountering the risen Christ, Paul’s courage and compassion shine through. Even in trials, his desire is unchanged—that everyone who hears the gospel would turn to God and find the same life and freedom that he has, chains and all.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Ben Taylor

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The Lord Appears to Paul in the Night | Day 337 Dec 03, 2025

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Day 337 | Acts 21:37–23:35

Paul stands before the Sanhedrin after his arrest in Jerusalem, facing a council sharply divided in belief and motive. As he declares his hope in the resurrection, long-standing tensions between the Pharisees and Sadducees erupt into open chaos. Though the council turns violent and Paul must be removed for his own safety, God meets him in the night with a word of courage, reminding him that this turmoil is not the end of his mission but the road toward Rome, where the gospel will continue to advance.

Hosts: Ben Taylor, Derek Ewalt

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The Holy Spirit Leads Paul to Jerusalem | Day 336 Dec 02, 2025

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Day 336 | Acts 20:13–21:36

In Acts 20–21, Paul sets his face toward Jerusalem, fully aware that imprisonment and suffering await him. Yet he declares, “My life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned to me by the Lord Jesus.” Through Paul’s unwavering obedience, we see that nothing in God’s plan is wasted. Even hardship can become the means by which the gospel spreads and the church is strengthened. When we surrender to God’s call, He turns every trial into purpose.

Hosts: Tanya Franks, Noah Sidhom

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