Children are struggling to find friends and being friends, leading to conflict management and relationship issues. Parents must model emotional availability and teach their kids how to have conversations, ask questions, and listen fully to the story. This is crucial for building security, identity, and belonging in their children, ultimately leading to a sense of purpose and fulfillment. [... more]

The JR Sport Brief Show explores various sports topics, including the NFL, college football playoffs, education, and homework. The hosts discuss a caller's proposal for the college football playoff system and debate the merits of homework. They also examine a conversation between New York Giants players about geography and wind, and revisit sports history on December 4th, including Barry Sanders' Heisman win, Cam Newton's Heisman speech, and Mike Tomlin's fine for interfering with a play. [... more]

Al Mueller, founder and CEO of Excellence in Giving, shares insights on how to approach generosity with both heart and wisdom, evaluating ministries well, and experiencing the joy of stewardship. He emphasizes the importance of intentional and strategic giving, and discusses the key things to consider when deciding where to give, including the ministry's problem-solving approach, measurable outcomes, leadership stability, and donor retention. [... more]

Living in a state of readiness and expectancy as we await the Lord's return is crucial. Pastor Greg Laurie emphasizes the importance of patience, unity with fellow Christians, and being aware of the afterlife, where we will be judged for our actions and rewarded accordingly. He encourages listeners to live a life that honors God and to be motivated to personal godliness and bold evangelism. [... more]

Navigating identity theft protection plans and understanding their worth, making informed financial decisions with biblical wisdom, and exploring charitable giving options through qualified charitable distributions and estate planning strategies for efficient IRA distributions and effective financial stewardship. [... more]

Rob West explores the importance of financial discipline for spiritual and practical reasons, discussing various financial disciplines such as saving, giving, and paying off debt, and how they can lead to financial peace and confidence. He also answers listener questions on topics including converting a retirement account to a Roth IRA, investing for a 19-year-old, and managing a tax-deferred account. [... more]

Living paycheck to paycheck is a common problem in American culture, with many people spending around $1,500 a month on non-essentials. To stay on track financially, it's essential to identify and avoid common money wasters, such as eating out too frequently, upgrading smartphones unnecessarily, and buying lottery tickets. Building credit can be achieved through secured credit cards, authorized user accounts, or credit builder loans, but paying interest is not always necessary. When it comes to retirement planning, suspending Social Security benefits can lead to higher future checks, but it's crucial to run the numbers and consider individual circumstances. [... more]

Dale Vermillion discusses current home financing trends, including rising interest rates and mortgage options. He also addresses college savings and retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing retirement savings. Additionally, Rob West provides guidance on evaluating bank stability and financial stability. [... more]

Dale Vermillion discusses the current trend of increasing interest rates and how it affects mortgage rates, home values, and the housing market. He also provides advice on saving for college and retirement, and how to evaluate the financial stability of banks. [... more]

As we await the Lord's return, Christians are called to live a life of patience, godliness, and evangelism, motivated by a deep understanding of Bible prophecy and its application to our daily lives. The Bible teaches us to be patient as we wait for the Lord's return, considering the example of farmers who eagerly look for the valuable harvest to reap. We should also stand in unity with fellow Christians, avoiding grumbling and complaining, and be aware of the afterlife, knowing that we will be judged for our actions and rewarded for our faithfulness. [... more]