Day 329 | Romans 5:1–8:17

In Romans 5–8, Paul reveals what it means to find our true identity in Christ. Through Adam, sin and death entered the world—but through Jesus, we are made righteous and set free. As believers, we are no longer slaves to sin but alive to God, empowered by His Spirit to live in freedom. Christ didn’t just forgive our sins; He gave us a new nature and a new identity. We are saints who sometimes sin—not sinners who sometimes get it right. Learn how to walk in the victory and freedom that belong to you in Christ.

Hosts: Derek Ewalt, Ben Taylor

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Day 328 | Romans 2:1–4:25

In Romans 2–4, Paul explains one of the most important truths in all of Scripture: no one is righteous—not even one. The law can’t save us; it only shows us how sinful we are. But God, in His grace, made a way for us to be made right with Him through faith in Jesus Christ. His death and resurrection paid the full penalty for our sin, offering forgiveness and eternal life to all who believe. The gospel is simple yet profound—salvation is not earned, but freely given to anyone who trusts in Jesus.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Derek Ewalt

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Day 327 | 1 Corinthians 16:1-24; Acts 19:21–20:6; Romans 1:1-32

Paul ends his letter to the Corinthians with a powerful challenge: Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. Do everything in love. These five commands capture the heart of what it means to follow Christ in a hostile world—spiritually alert, grounded in truth, strengthened by God’s power, and marked by love. True strength comes not from self-reliance but from Christ in us. As we stand firm and live out our faith, love must be the motivation behind it all.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Noah Sidhom

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Day 326 | 1 Corinthians 14:1–15:58

Paul reminds believers that love must guide everything we do, including the use of our spiritual gifts. True gifts strengthen and build up the whole church, not just the individual. But the heart of today’s reading is the foundation of our faith—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Paul boldly declares that if Christ has not been raised, our faith is useless and we are still in our sins. Yet Christ has been raised, the first of many who will rise again. Because He lives, we have forgiveness, hope, and eternal life.

Hosts: Ben Taylor, Michael Pritchard

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Day 325 | 1 Corinthians 11:2–13:13

Paul reminds the church that God is a God of order—and that love is the foundation for all obedience and unity in the body of Christ. In 1 Corinthians 13, he shows us the more excellent way: love that is patient, kind, humble, and forgiving. Without love, every good work and every act of faith is meaningless. This passage calls us to examine our hearts before God—asking whether our actions flow from genuine love or self-interest. True love reflects the heart of Christ, who loved us first and empowers us to love others.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Tanya Franks

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Day 324 | 1 Corinthians 8:1–11:1

Paul reminds the Corinthians that knowledge alone can lead to pride, but love builds up the body of Christ. Out of that love, Paul was willing to give up his own rights, becoming all things to all people so that some might be saved. He lived with purpose and discipline, running the race for an eternal prize that will never fade. This passage challenges us to use our freedom not for ourselves but for the sake of others—and to run our race with focus, self-control, and a heart driven by the love of Christ.

Hosts: Ben Taylor, Derek Ewalt

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Day 323 | 1 Corinthians 4:1–7:40

Paul writes to the Corinthian church as a spiritual father, reminding them to imitate his example as he follows Christ. His words carry both warning and love—calling believers to live holy lives that reflect the heart of Jesus. In one of the strongest commands of Scripture, Paul urges the church to run from sexual sin and to remember that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. We are not our own—we were bought with a price. God calls us to purity, integrity, and devotion that set us apart for His glory.

Hosts: Tanya Franks, Derek Ewalt

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Day 322 | Acts 18:24–19:20; 1 Corinthians 1:1–3:23

Apollos was a gifted and eloquent teacher—but he didn’t yet know the full message of the gospel. When Priscilla and Aquila gently corrected him, he humbly received their guidance and continued preaching Christ with greater accuracy and power. Paul later reminded the Corinthians that while he planted and Apollos watered, only God could make the seed grow. This passage shows that God uses different gifts, personalities, and callings to build His church—and that unity and humility are essential in His work.

Hosts: Derek Ewalt, Noah Sidhom

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Day 321 | 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; 2 Thessalonians 1:1–3:18; Acts 18:4-23

Paul closes his letters to the Thessalonians with simple but powerful commands: Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. Give thanks in all circumstances. These are not easy words, but they reveal God’s will for every believer. Joy that endures beyond circumstances, prayer that keeps us connected to God, and gratitude that trusts His sovereignty—all flow from a heart transformed by Christ. As Paul blesses the church with peace and endurance, we’re reminded that true joy, prayer, and thanksgiving are possible only through the presence of the Lord of peace Himself.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Tanya Franks

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Day 320 | Acts 17:16–18:3; 1 Thessalonians 1:1–5:11

Paul reminds believers that God’s will is for His people to live holy lives—set apart from the world and devoted to Him. This passage calls us to purity, to reject sexual sin, and to pursue love that grows deeper every day. True holiness isn’t a checklist; it’s the overflow of resting in Christ and walking in obedience. God doesn’t call us to perfection for its own sake—He calls us to holiness because He loves us and wants what is best for us.

Hosts: Tanya Franks, Derek Ewalt

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