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Spring Spiritual Workout Plan?
The Spiritual
Workout Plan
READ. MEMORIZE. ACCOUNTABILITY. TRUTH.
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How it Works
READ
Commit to a Bible reading plan that fits your pace. Choose one New Testament plan and add the Old Testament plan if/when you’re ready.
- NT in 1 year: 1 chapter/day, 5 days/week
- NT in 4 months: 3 chapters/day, 5 days/week
- OT in 2 years: 2 chapters/day, 5 days/week
MEMORIZE
Commit to memorize one verse of scripture each week. This Spring, we’re memorizing core New Testament verses. To help, try reading the verse out loud 10 times, wear our memory wristbands, write it on a notecard, or set it as your phone lock screen.
Accountability
Meet weekly with a small group of friends and keep each other accountable by asking honest questions.
TRUTH
In a world full of false teaching and meaningless distraction, use our recommended resources to replace distraction and fill your mind with truth.
A Word of Encouragement
Don’t stress over the GAP between your goal and your actual progress.
Focus on the GAIN between where you once were and where you are now.
Equip podcast bonus episode
Listen to a special bonus episode of the Equip Podcast, as Mark and Emily share how the Spiritual Workout Plan began and offer helpful tips and encouragement to find your rhythm.
FREE RESOURCES
Text WORKOUT to (515) 329-3343 for weekly reminders and resources.
A Word of Encouragement
Don’t stress over the GAP between your goal and your actual progress.
Focus on the GAIN between where you once were and where you are now.
Equip Podcast BONUS EPISODE
Listen to a special bonus episode of the Equip Podcast, as Mark and Emily share how the Spiritual Workout Plan began and offer helpful tips and encouragement to find your rhythm.
Bible Reading
PRO-TIPS
- Prep and review with BibleProject videos. Watch the video for each New Testament and Old Testament book before and after reading to anchor the story.
- Don’t just read the Bible—receive it. Read your passage each morning without taking notes. Let it shape you before you analyze it.
- Use a Study Bible. The CSB or ESV Study Bible adds helpful notes, context, and clarity. It’s like walking through Scripture with a guide by your side.
Bible Reading
RENEW YOUR MIND
Pro Tips
- Prep and review with BibleProject videos. Watch the video for each New Testament and Old Testament book before and after reading to anchor the story.
- Don’t just read the Bible—receive it. Read your passage each morning without taking notes. Let it shape you before you analyze it.
- Use a Study Bible. The CSB or ESV Study Bible adds helpful notes, context, and clarity. It’s like walking through Scripture with a guide by your side.
Memorization
Pro Tips
- Say the verses out loud every day. Read it out loud 10 times, then review all past verses once.
- Use memory tools. Write the first letter of each word on a notecard, download verse phone wallpapers, or get the wristband pack to carry the weekly verse with you.
- Put Scripture where you’ll see it. Set your memory verse as your phone lock screen or stick it on your bathroom mirror. Text “WORKOUT” to 515-329-3343 to receive weekly lock screens!
BIBLE MEMORY WRISTBANDS
- How it works: Each Bible Memory Project™ wristband is inscribed with the first letter of each word in the memory verse.
- The Verse: “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45 (CSB)
- The Acronym: “F E T S O M D N C T B S, B T S, A T G H L A A R F M.” MARK 10:45
- We will sell packs of all 17 wristbands for $5 starting on Sunday, April 26 in the foyer.
- Sizes: Three sizes will be available: Small for kids and some female adults, Medium for kids and most female adults, and Large for most male adults.
- Cornerstone Kids will be memorizing one verse a month and will give out kids wristbands.
Accountability
"Confess your sins one to another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed." James 5:16
Pro Tips
- Call each other to the light. In community, confess temptation and sin—this brings healing, not shame.
- Be honest in accountability. Don’t give surface answers. Be fast, full, and free in confession.
- Go over the questions twice. In the first round, ask each question and give a brief 1-2 sentence answer without elaborating. Take ownership before giving an explanation. Then, return to any areas that need more attention, taking time to unpack any confession or temptation that came up—this is where healing and growth really begin.
Weekly Questions
- Spiritual disciplines: Did you complete your Spiritual Workout Plan reading and memory this week?
- Sin & temptation: What sin or temptation do you need to bring into the light?
- Celebration & stress: What joy can we celebrate? What stress or burden do you need help carrying?
- Relationship health: Is there any brokenness in your core relationships that needs to be healed?
- Goals: What sin do you want to kill or area of godliness you want to grow?
- Integrity check: Have you been completely honest?
Accountability
"Confess your sins one to another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed." James 5:16
PRO-TIPS
- Call each other to the light. In community, confess temptation and sin—this brings healing, not shame.
- Be honest in accountability. Don’t give surface answers. Be fast, full, and free in confession.
- Go over the questions twice. In the first round, ask each question and give a brief 1-2 sentence answer without elaborating. Take ownership before giving an explanation. Then, return to any areas that need more attention, taking time to unpack any confession or temptation that came up—this is where healing and growth really begin.
Weekly questions
- Spiritual disciplines: Did you complete your Spiritual Workout Plan reading and memory this week?
- Sin & temptation: What sin or temptation do you need to bring into the light?
- Celebration & stress: What joy can we celebrate? What stress or burden do you need help carrying?
- Relationship health: Is there any brokenness in your core relationships that needs to be healed?
- Goals: What sin do you want to kill or area of godliness you want to grow?
- Integrity check: Have you been completely honest?
Truth
Grow in Knowledge and Wisdom
Pro Tips
- Read theology in addition to Scripture. The books and podcasts below can deepen your understanding and anchor your day in truth.
- Filter what you consume. Trade the worldly noise for truth. Listening to the podcasts below can help you see and savor Jesus more clearly.
Book Recommendations
Podcast Recommendations
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