Women often struggle with financial confidence due to uncertainty about their identity in Christ, leading to hesitation in making financial decisions. A faith-based approach to financial stewardship can provide a foundation of security and clarity, empowering women to make wise financial decisions and live out their purpose. [... more]

Living two lives, one public and one private, is slowly destroying us from the inside out. Chuck Swindahl issues an urgent call to action, challenging listeners to cultivate authenticity and root out hypocrisy in their lives. [... more]

Rehoboam, the son of King Solomon, presents a phony front to the public, concealing a devastating private truth. Despite his father's wealth and influence, Rehoboam's life is marked by spiritual compromise, intermarriage with foreign women, and worship of their gods. His refusal to listen to the people's concerns leads to a civil war, and he makes plans to fight against Israel, but God intervenes, instructing him to return home and not engage in war. Rehoboam's actions reveal a reckless and extravagant display of power, mirroring his father's unfaithfulness and sensuality. [... more]

As Christians, we have been drafted into service, commissioned to occupy a singular role, taking the gospel to a world at war with God. We put everything on the line to see a peace treaty signed between man and God, delivering the terms of surrender and how to have peace with God. [... more]

The NFL's Thanksgiving weekend saw a 6% increase in viewership, with the season pacing to be the highest viewed in history. The league's EVP of media distribution, Hans Schroeder, discussed the success of the weekend, including the tribute to John Madden on Thanksgiving Day. The conversation also touched on the International Series, with the NFL planning to continue growing the game globally, including a full season of international games. Additionally, Schroeder discussed the partnership with ESPN, which will find a home for NFL Network and make it stronger for the future. [... more]

The House of David baseball team, a group of long-haired, whiskered men from Benton Harbor, Michigan, made a massive impact on the country outside of their hometown by mastering baseball across the country, laying the foundations of equality for black baseball teams, and challenging social norms through their unique style and talent. [... more]

James E. Ward shares his life-changing experience in third grade when he was bused to a predominantly white school and met his teacher, Mrs. Pitts, who taught him the power of integration, self-worth, and relationships. He discusses how this experience shaped his zero victim thinking and its impact on his life, including his encounters with police officers and his work as a pastor teaching others to overcome injustice with a new attitude. [... more]

Growing in our love of God is the point of life, and particularly the Christian life, is to love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. This is the point, and that's our topic today. We need to remind ourselves of who God is and what He has done for us if you're a believer. Then once you're a believer, we're called to draw near to him every day. James 4:8, draw near to God and he will draw nearer to you. Spend time communicating with Him. You hear from him through reading his word, meditating on his word, hearing it preached, and then you communicate back to him through prayer. It takes effort to cultivate a close relationship, it doesn't just happen. Love can grow cold if Neglected. Another thing is to fellowship with other believers who love God, especially within the context of the local church. And if you're a Christian, we need to remind ourselves that the purpose of reading the word and hearing it preached and fellowshipping with other believers is ultimately to love God more and more. [... more]

David Bonson discusses how work is an integral part of our identity and purpose, and how it reflects God's design for humanity. He argues that work is not just a means to an end, but an end in itself, and that it has inherent value and meaning. Bonson also explores the relationship between work and rest, and how the modern cultural view of retirement is misguided. He encourages Christians to view work as a way to serve God and others, and to live out their faith in their daily work. [... more]

The Brothers Grimm's influence on folklore tales has led to negative stereotypes about stepfamilies, with myths like 'all stepmothers are wicked' and 'step parents are instantly parents' causing harm. Building trustworthiness and being intentional in step relationships is key to overcoming these myths and creating a harmonious family dynamic. [... more]

A veteran of the Afghan war shares his personal experiences and insights on the withdrawal from Afghanistan, highlighting the importance of integrity and honor in decision-making. He also reflects on the 9-11 Commission report and the need for the US to maintain a strong presence and responsibility in the world. [... more]

God's purpose in salvation is to bring the races back together, creating a beautiful tapestry of cultures in the church. Pastor J.D. Greer explains why cultural integration is important, why it's hard, and how the Summit Church can pursue racial integration, prioritizing gospel proclamation and humility. [... more]

A 76-year-old single woman considers using a reverse mortgage to boost her income and stay in her home, while a listener in Indiana weighs the pros and cons of selling a rental property and a listener in Florida seeks advice on managing debt and starting a side business. [... more]

The Southern Baptist Convention is facing controversy over the issue of female pastors, with some arguing that women should be allowed to serve in pastoral roles, while others believe that the Bible teaches that only men should be pastors. Rick Warren, a prominent pastor and author, has been a key figure in the debate, advocating for the ordination of women as pastors. However, his views have been met with resistance from some within the convention, who argue that the Bible is clear on the issue of gender roles in the church. [... more]

Pastor JD Greer explains that the church should be a multicultural body of believers, not just a collection of people from different cultures, but a complex and colorful tapestry of cultures, united in their love for Jesus and their experience of God's grace. He emphasizes the importance of humility, patience, and giving the benefit of the doubt to others, and encourages listeners to pursue racial integration and cultural diversity in their own lives and in their churches. [... more]

The demonization of Christian nationalism is being used to marginalize and suppress those who want to integrate biblical values into public life, with some accusing them of being homegrown terrorists threatening democracy. [... more]