Spiritually Fit Today

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole. Arnie interviews Gary Dunker about renewing your life, claiming the hill God calls you to, and using later seasons of life to multiply impact for Christ. Gary reflects on Caleb’s example in the Book of Joshua, how no season is wasted, and practical next steps: name your hill, step out in faith, and use your experience to reach others. The 4 R actio...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Gary Dunker. In this episode they tackle the lie “Am I done?” and remind us that purpose doesn’t retire. At 75 Gary is “speeding up” — pastoring, acting, and writing Christian-themed Western novels. Our scripture to absorb: Philippians 1:6 — “I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Gary Dunker. In this episode Gary opens up about job loss, grief, restarting life, and how Genesis 50:20 — "You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good..." — helped him reframe setbacks into a season of purpose. Listen for practical wisdom on avoiding bitterness, focusing outward, and trusting God when plans unravel. Four practica...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole. In this episode Arnie welcomes guest Gary Dunker to explore the shift from self-focused living to others-focused service — especially when success leaves you feeling lonely. Together they unpack Philippians 2:3-4 and share practical steps Gary used as he transitioned from a career in radio and sales into pastoral ministry and community service. Rea...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole. In this episode Arnie talks with Gary Dunker — pastor, author, former teacher and broadcaster — about stepping into a new season later in life, how past work and hard seasons prepared him for pastoral ministry, and why your best chapter may still be ahead. They reflect on Psalm 92:14 (“They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and...

In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Bruce explore how to develop a deeper, more vibrant faith when God feels silent. Reflecting on Romans 5:3 and the way suffering can produce perseverance, character, and hope. You'll hear honest testimony about disillusionment, practical rhythms for staying faithful in the tension of unanswered questions, and a clear exercise to build steady...

In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie and Bruce explore gospel-centered habits, obedience when feelings lag, and the slow, disciplined work of spiritual recovery. Bruce shares personal steps he took and offers hope: small daily practices, repeated over time, reorder the heart toward God. 4 R Action Plan - Read: Read James 1:22. Aim for a short daily reading (5–10 minutes) each morning. -...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole, joined by Bruce. In this episode we confront the hidden danger of quiet cynicism—how faith can slowly erode when God feels silent, what it does to prayer and relationships, and practical steps to recover. We ground our conversation in Hebrews 3:12 and the biblical pattern of lament, honesty, and renewed trust. Read - Read Hebrews 3:12. Reflect - Sp...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Bruce. In this episode Arnie and Bruce unpack common—but subtle—coping mechanisms, the gap between what we say we believe and what we actually live by, and practical steps to remain grounded in the gospel amid silence and suffering. 4 R Action Steps Read — Read Jeremiah 2:13 slowly. Note words or phrases that stand out. Reflect — Ask: Wher...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Bruce. In this episode we wrestle with what to do when God feels silent—when prayers go unanswered and grief or resentment creeps in. Bruce shares his personal story of crisis, honest struggle, and how the psalms of lament (especially Psalm 13) helped him persist in prayer and faith. Practical guidance is given for lamenting honestly, guar...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest John Comstock. In this episode we confront the power of shame and the freedom of giving our wounded identity to Jesus — practical teaching on handing over the “t-shirt” label that keeps us from receiving God’s love and living as the beloved. 4 R action steps - Read: Read Psalm 34:5 and other passages about your identity in Christ (e.g., Ro...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole featuring John Comstock. In this episode they reflect on the story of the woman at the well (John 4) — a powerful portrait of how Jesus meets shame with acceptance, restores identity, and invites real, relational transformation. 4 R Action Steps Read — Read John 4 and Psalm 34:5 slowly, noting how Jesus initiates conversation and meets the woman whe...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest John Comstock. In this episode we address the role shame plays in driving people toward pornography and false intimacy, why porn feels like a safe substitute, and practical first steps toward healing. 4 R actions you can take Read — Read Psalm 34:5. "Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed." Memorize or me...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole. In this episode Arnie talks with John Comstock about how shame can linger even after confession—and how to silence that voice by inviting Jesus into the stories that keep us stuck. They use a simple imagination exercise (Jesus at the piano) and practical truth from Psalm 34:5: “Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be asham...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest John Comstock. In this episode they unpack the difference between healthy guilt and toxic shame, why many Christians struggle to forgive themselves, and practical steps to receive God’s forgiveness through self-awareness, confession, and supportive community. Read: Read Psalm 34:5 and the surrounding verses to reflect on God’s promise of r...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest John Comstock. In this episode John shows how Jesus publicly defeated shame on the cross and how that truth transforms our identity, worth, and ability to receive God’s love. 4 R Action Steps Read — Read Hebrews 12:2 in your Bible and let the cross speak to both sin and shame: "Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith....

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today. Arnie Cole and guest John Comstock explore how Jesus entered our shame and rejection so we wouldn’t face it alone, unpacking Genesis 3, the meaning of the cross, and how Christ’s vulnerability restores our identity and gives us courage to heal in community. 4 R practical practice: - Read: Read Genesis 3 and Hebrews 12:2. Notice the introduction of shame and how Je...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and John Comstock. In this episode they explore shame as a spiritual battle rooted in Genesis—how Adam and Eve moved from being "naked and without shame" to hiding after the serpent’s half-truths (Yahweh vs. Elohim). Looking to Hebrews 12:they show how shame blocks intimacy with God and point listeners toward running to God rather than hiding. 4 R a...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest John Comstock. In this episode they unpack how shame builds walls, wears masks, and drives defensive behaviors—perfectionism, withdrawal, false humility, anger, addiction, and even narcissistic defenses—and how Jesus’ response to shame in Hebrews 12:2 points us toward freedom and vulnerability. Read: Hebrews 12:2 "Fixing our eyes on Jesus,...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest John Comstock. In this episode we explore the corrosive voice of shame—how “I’m not enough” blocks love, shuts down empathy, and distorts identity—and how Jesus’ example in Hebrews 12:2 reframes our worth and belonging. John, who grew up in a Christian home, shares from his own struggles with OCD and anxiety and his work in discipleship at...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole, and guests Char, Laura, and Karmin. In this episode our panel of moms discuss how to release lifelong fears about children’s safety, mental health, and the future by trusting God, leaning on faith, and training kids in His ways (Proverbs 22:6). Practical wisdom for moms, dads, and grandparents, plus a simple soul-pump assignment you can start today...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today. Host Arnie Cole is joined by Char, Laura, and Karmin for a candid panel on moms’ loneliness—how it can feel present even in a crowd, the pressure of social media, and practical ways church, friendships, and prayer can move us from isolation to thriving. 4 R Action Steps - Read: Read Psalm 68:6 slowly and reflect on what “placed in families” means for you. - Reflec...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today — practical, faith-centered conversations to help you find rest and strength in the middle of life’s demands. Host Arnie Cole joins guest Char, Laura, and Karmin for honest talk about balancing work, childcare, home, and soul-care with the promise of Matthew 11:28–30 as our anchor. They share personal stories, practical tips, and spiritual encouragement, focusing o...

In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole, is joined by guests Char, Laura, and Karmin to discuss the invisible mental load of motherhood — burnout, anxiety, and the daily tug of worry — and how Philippians 4:6–7 invites moms to trade exhaustion for the peace of God through prayer, thanksgiving, and trust. Hear multi-generational perspectives and practical encouragement for carrying and...

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole. This week Arnie welcomes guests, Char, Laura, and Karmin for a practical Christian conversation about the pressures moms face and how faith shapes our finances. Today we talk about the real money stresses mothers carry (childcare, groceries, housing, college and student loans), how trusting God’s provision (Philippians 4:19) helps, and simple, prac...