Economic uncertainty and rising healthcare costs can amplify stress for households and retirees. Lauren Guideck from Christian Healthcare Ministries shares practical ways to ease anxiety and explains how health cost sharing works as an alternative to traditional health insurance. Meanwhile, a listener asks about financing a nonprofit's property purchase and another questions about protecting a large deposit with FDIC insurance. [... more]

A pastor shares his personal experience with severe nerve pain, learning to depend on God and find strength in weakness, and applying the lessons of 2 Corinthians to his own struggles. [... more]

The NFL season is heating up, with the Cincinnati Bengals and Joe Burrow making a strong case for MVP, while the Ravens and Lamar Jackson continue to dominate. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Falcons and Raheem Morris are on a roll, with Kirk Cousins leading the charge, but will Michael Penix's development be a game-changer for the team? [... more]

Jesus reveals himself as the Good Shepherd, promising to meet our deepest needs, restore our souls, guide and direct our lives, protect us from evil, and fill us with joy and eternal life. He invites us to trust in him and obey his voice, even in the midst of challenges and difficulties. [... more]

Bob Dahl, Chief Investment Officer at Crossmark Global Investments, shares his annual 10 predictions for 2024, including a mild recession, rising inflation rate, and potential Fed rate cuts. He also discusses the impact of these predictions on the stock market and the importance of aligning financial decisions with biblical values. [... more]

Jesus Christ is described as a wonderful counselor, mighty God, everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace, fulfilling roles that make a difference in our lives today. He has a perfect plan, power to execute it, and provides forgiveness, love, and peace. [... more]

Engaging with unbelievers can be challenging, especially when they approach conversations with cliché arguments and presuppositions. A key strategy is to employ reasonable faith, outthinking them with logical and evidence-based arguments. However, some unbelievers can be inflexible and hardened in their unbelief, making it difficult to reach them. In such cases, it's essential to focus on those who are open to the gospel and to avoid wasting time on those who are not. [... more]

The concept of neighbors is fading in our culture, and technology has made us more connected than ever before, but how in touch are we with those around us? Jesus Christ's actions in the neighborhood of Jerusalem, where he heals a blind man, illustrate the characteristics of unbelievers, including being ceremonial, skeptical, and filled with rancor. [... more]

Jesus' actions in the temple, driving out the money changers and overturning the tables, demonstrate his rightful authority as Messiah. He then speaks of an even greater sign, the sign of the temple, which is his resurrection. The disciples struggle to understand this sign, but it is revealed to them after Jesus' death and resurrection, and they come to believe in him and the power of scripture. [... more]

Jesus' righteous indignation in the temple during Passover highlights his authority and wrath against religious hypocrisy, emphasizing the importance of faith and the need to apply biblical truths in life. [... more]

A pastor challenges listeners to examine their faith and assess their spiritual growth, warning against a 'mild case of Christianity' that lacks depth and true devotion. He emphasizes the importance of repentance, the power of God, and the love of God, encouraging listeners to seek a deeper relationship with God and to live a life of true faith and obedience. [... more]

Pastor Bill Gebhardt challenges listeners to move beyond a superficial faith and become fully committed followers of Jesus Christ. He uses the book of Haggai to illustrate the dangers of 'mild Christianity disorder,' where people appear to be Christians but lack true spiritual growth and resources. The pastor emphasizes the importance of repentance, self-examination, and a deepening relationship with God to overcome this condition. [... more]

The discussion revolves around the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccination, and the implications of government control on individual freedoms. The Trinity and Oneness theological positions are also explored, with a focus on the importance of self-defense and standing up for one's rights as a Christian. The conversation touches on the role of government, the separation of church and state, and the need for Christians to be involved in politics and to stand up for their beliefs. [... more]