Stock markets have seen record highs in the past couple of months Is it a good time to take profits Well it certainly can be a good time to take profits if you've seen your investments go through the roof recently And today I want to tell you about a way to realize those gains for God's Kingdom Why Donate Appreciated Stocks With recent historic highs in the markets now is an excellent time to consider donating appreciated stocks to your church or other ministries Donating stock instead of cash can significantly benefit both the donor and recipient primarily due [... more]

Send us a Text Message GUEST KEN HAM CEO and Co-Founder Answers in GenesisWe just returned to Minnesota after a road trip to northern Kentucky near Cincinnati Ohio to visit the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter both of which are Bible-based gospel-proclaiming theme parks owned and operated by Answers in Genesis Later in this weekend's program Ken Ham co-founder and CEO of Answers in Genesis will join us to recount the history of God's guiding hand in how these two attractions came to be and why the early chapters of Genesis are foundational to well everything While on this trip [... more]

I rsquo d never planned to start a non-profit organization about adult friendship and when I felt called to do so I had so many questions How would the charity be financed and who should help me build it My greatest help on these matters ended up coming not from a business book but a biblical one The book of Ezra is essential reading for anyone called by God to build something Recounting how the Jews rebuilt Jerusalem after their exile it shows how God provided funds through public donations and government grants Ezra - - and how both volunteers [... more]

Top destinations for Dak Prescott if he leaves Dallas l Ari Temkin host of 'Big Radio on SiriusXM joins the show l Worst losses in our sports fandom [... more]

Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix joins Rich in-studio to discuss LeBron James taking a pay cut to stay with the Lakers why Paul George and the Clippers parted ways what the latest NBA Free Agency moves and trades mean for the Celtics' repeat hopes and Bronny James' Summer League debut and long-term NBA future Rich weighs in on the machinations that led to the Lakers drafting Bronny James and ranks his top under-the-radar difference makers for the upcoming NFL season Please check out other RES productions Overreaction Monday http apple co overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask [... more]

If we want to know what is wrong with our great nation we should first look in the mirror By and large nations receive the kind of government they deserve What we expect out of our Constitution and government today is not something they were designed to do In this message Adrian Rogers shares our only hope for this great nation [... more]

Dr Sam Horn preaches a message in BJU chapel from Psalm - The post Serve God For the Joy of the Nations appeared first on THE DAILY PLATFORM [... more]

Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the U S today You might assume that we have a major anxiety problem just by the number of commercials you see for new medicines to treat these disorders but is anxiety really a new thing The Reality Of AnxietyModern medicine recognizes anxiety in many forms generalized anxiety disorder panic disorder social anxiety and various phobias Data shows nearly a third of all U S adults will experience some form of anxiety in their lifetime The cost of treating anxiety disorders in the U S runs into [... more]

To express her sadness Allie a young girl wrote on a piece of wood and set it in a park ldquo To be honest I rsquo m sad Nobody ever wants to hang out with me and I have lost the only person that listens I cry every day rdquo When someone found that note she brought sidewalk chalk to the park and asked people to write their thoughts to Allie Dozens of words of support were left by students from a nearby school ldquo We love you rdquo ldquo God loves you rdquo ldquo You are beloved rdquo The [... more]

After the death of Queen Elizabeth I the Puritans had high hopes in the Calvinist King James I Today Michael Reeves explains why these hopes were ultimately dashed despite the commissioning of the Bible that bears James' name Get Michael Reeves' Teaching Series 'The English Reformation and the Puritans' on DVD and the Digital Study Guide for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org english-reformation-puritans Meet Today's Teacher Michael Reeves is president and professor of theology at Union School of Theology in the United Kingdom He is the featured teacher for the Ligonier teaching series The English Reformation [... more]

Knowing where and how to give to God's Kingdom can be a challenge for any one person but all the more so if you're married It's beautiful when couples agree on how to manage their money how much to spend and save but finding agreement on giving is just as important Today Bob shares what he and his wife Leslie learned about it Bob Doll is the CEO and CIO of Crossmark Global Investments He regularly contributes to Faith and Finance and other media outlets such as Bloomberg TV Fox Business and CNBC The Foundation of GivingFinancial disagreements are common [... more]

On stage the hope of everyone is that everything goes as planned In life you are never really sure what God has planned for you until it happens On stage you stay in character whether it is happy congenial or sad In life you are required to change your character and you never really master any one expression On stage you hope you never need the help of the prompter sitting off stage who whispers what you are supposed to say or do In the Christian life the prompter does not hide in the shadows and whisper but rather He [... more]

For more than two hundred years America has stood as the greatest of all nations But our country's glory has started to wane and one day she'll eventually crumble Dr Robert Jeffress teaches that while Christians can't prevent the collapse of our beloved nation we do have the ability and responsibility to delay it To support Pathway to Victory go to ptv org donate [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Is it okay for Christians to use meditation apps Did the devil trick the wise men into going to Jerusalem Is it unbiblical for a wife to make more money than her husband How are we saved by grace if doers of the law will be justified Do denominations that don't speak in tongues ignore the book of Acts Today's Offer Names of God You Should Know Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core [... more]

Are you storing up treasures on earth or in heaven Are you focused on the temporal or the eternal In Matthew Jesus clarifies that our hearts will always follow after what we treasure Was he talking about money Chad Clark shares his insights with us today Chad Clark is the Executive Director of FaithFi Faith Finance What does Jesus mean when he says For where your treasure is your heart will be also It challenges us to evaluate what we treasure most It's common for us to say that where our money is there our hearts will be and we [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Dr Larry P Arnn President of Hillsdale College tells the story of how Winston Churchill despite hating war was great at it and what that meant for Britain during her darkest hours Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Gain knowledge on the two possible destinations for each person after death heaven or hell [... more]

College campuses throughout America are exploding with anti-Israel protests What does this stem from We explore that the Bible prophesied thousands of years ago that a day would come when Israel would become a burdensome stone for the entire world nbsp [... more]

A video of a dad comforting his two-month-old son while the baby received his routine vaccinations garnered international attention for the way it captured a dad rsquo s love for his child After the nurse finished administering the vaccinations the dad tenderly held his son close to his cheek and the boy stopped sobbing within seconds There is almost nothing more reassuring than the tender care of a loving parent In Scripture there are many beautiful descriptions of God as a loving parent images that invoke God rsquo s deep love for His children Old Testament prophet Hosea was given [... more]

So how much is enough for Christians If you're just starting out or struggling financially How much is enough might seem like a silly question The bottom line for you is that you just need more money at the moment Why should you think about how much is enough when you hardly have anything And what if you're at the other end of things If you're approaching retirement you might be thinking about the size of your nest egg But why put a limit on accumulating money and possessions Based on these two examples the definition of enough seems to [... more]

In July Britain rsquo s prime minister was forced to step down after what many felt were lapses in integrity the newly appointed prime minister stepped down just months later The event was triggered when the country rsquo s health minister attended an annual parliamentary prayer breakfast felt convicted about the need for integrity in public life and resigned When other ministers resigned too the prime minister realized he had to leave It was a remarkable moment originating from a peaceful prayer meeting Believers in Jesus are called to pray for their political leaders Timothy - and Psalm is a [... more]

NFL QB's Due for Extensions I Destinations for Dak I News Brief [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories much was at stake in this first race to space Nations and top scientists across the globe pursued the elusive goal of powered flight but two bicycle mechanics from Dayton Ohio - brothers with their own scant resources - made it happen This is their story Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Carolyn Calupca on the program was a long time senior producer at Crown Financial Ministries where she worked closely with Larry Burkett for many years She's now a frequent contributor here at Faith and Finance and the author of our new -week study guide Rich Toward God A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool WHAT IS THE HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL Jesus delivers this parable in AD during a time of significant political and spiritual tension in Judea under Roman rule As Jesus moves toward Jerusalem for the last time he attracts a [... more]

President Joe Biden's hot mic moment saying that he would have a come to Jesus meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after the State of the Union address has led to the White House drawing a dangerous red line with Israel As a result Biden had to clarify confusing comments about the Iron Dome which is very concerning Netanyahu is adamant that the Biden Administration's foreign policy decisions will only further endanger Israel's war against Hamas The Sekulow team discusses the need to support Israel the likelihood of increased turmoil in the Middle East if the U S military [... more]

Before He ascended into heaven Jesus commanded His followers to share the gospel message with all the nations And immediately the disciples went to work telling the world about Jesus Dr Robert Jeffress reflects on the remarkable conversion of the very first Gentile who accepted Jesus To support Pathway to Victory go to ptv org donate [... more]

PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE AND ESTATE PLANNINGProverbs highlights the importance of acting with knowledge in all aspects of life including the preparation for inevitable events like death This preparation involves legal financial and personal readiness to ensure your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for IMPORTANCE OF UPDATED WILLS AND DIRECTIVESHaving updated wills is critical to ensure your wishes are followed after your death with legal powers of attorney and health care directives being equally important An estate attorney is necessary to prepare these documents representing an essential investment in your family's future well-being PREPARING FOR YOUR [... more]

God set apart the nation of Israel to bring Him glory among the nations But the Old Testament recounts how many lost sight of God's grand purpose In this message Pastor Lutzer shares three reasons why our lives should be changed by Israel's story What can we learn from the history surrounding the Temple Mount This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com When will God give me freedom from the pain of my past relationship Does Matthew mean that if I don't bear fruit I'll be condemned Are we allowed to be assertive as Christians Are denominations allowed to remove churches for having a female pastor Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core View our latest special offers here or call - -THE-CORE - - to request them by phone [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Dr Larry P Arnn President of Hillsdale College tells the story of how Winston Churchill despite hating war was great at it and what that meant for Britain during her darkest hours Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Calls on the best option for the Bears at quarterback l Alex Shapiro Bears reporter for NBC Sports Chicago l Sean McDermott guarantees Super Bowl [... more]

The migrant suspect in the Laken Riley murder is accused of seriously disfiguring her skull in a new affidavit A guy sets himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington Trans activists bully VA Lt Gov Sears after she calls a trans Senator sir in the General Assembly Biden claims Middle Eastern nations are willing to recognize Israel as a Jewish state Dana wonders if the film adaptation of the video game Borderlands has woke casting Dana celebrates years of the premiere of the movie Falling Down in light of Biden's gaffes The US Army is cutting its force [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Does having denominations cause division within Christianity Is Satan being shown mercy by being loosed for a thousand years Why does the Bible tell us to mortify the flesh If I never marry in this life will I get a second chance in heaven Did Moses and the elders see God in Exodus Today's Offer Why Would Anyone Get Married Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core View our latest special offers here or [... more]

Brandon Pizzurro is President and Chief Investment Officer of GuideStone Capital Management an underwriter of this program WHAT DOES SEEING THE WORLD TRANSFORMED THROUGH CHRISTIAN INVESTING MEAN Seeing the world transformed through Christian investing means stewarding investment resources with intentionality and a faith-driven mindset Christians approach investing to reflect God's Kingdom impacting areas like sanctity of life human dignity and stewardship of creation It means stewarding investment resources with intentionality and faith-driven mindset Christians approach investing to reflect God's Kingdom impacting areas like sanctity of life human dignity and stewardship of creation HOW CAN INVESTING BRING ABOUT CHANGE Investing can [... more]

HOUR Spring training games are underway in the MLB Former NFL Executive of the Year Randy Mueller talks to Amy about NFL headlines and future story lines Antonio Pierce's Mahomes rules [... more]

The book of Ezekiel prophesies that many nations will come to destroy Israel led by a nation from the north God will neutralize this attempt and pour out his judgment on the attackers In this message Pastor Lutzer ponders the sovereignty the terror and the mercy of God When the King destroys the nations the stage is set for the return of Christ This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

A co-worker once told me that her prayer life had improved because of our manager I was impressed thinking that our difficult leader had shared some spiritual nuggets with her and influenced her prayer life I was wrong mdash sort of My co-worker and friend went on to explain ldquo Every time I see him coming I start praying rdquo Her prayer life had improved because she prayed more before each conversation with him She knew she needed God rsquo s help in her challenging work relationship with her manager and she called out to Him more because of it [... more]

GUEST ALEX NEWMAN Journalist and CEO Liberty Sentinel MediaThe final book of God's Word Revelation clearly describes that the world in the future before Christ's return will be largely globalized and led by a leader called the antichrist or beast Revelation says as Antichrist appears on the scene the dragon Satan gave him the beast his power and his throne and great authority I saw one of his heads as if it had been slain and his fatal wound was healed And the whole earth was amazed and followed after the beast It was early on in human history at [... more]

Despite having overwhelming military superiority over Israel this attack will be terminated by the hand of God He promises to defend his people and destroy the nations that seek their annihilation This is an amazing story of Bible prophecy which will come to pass in God's timing This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

In historic Christianity the Holy Spirit is most often depicted in the form of a dove And while there's certainly biblical merit to that symbolism we shouldn't confuse the Holy Spirit for a docile bird Dr Robert Jeffress shows us how we can experience the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives To support Pathway to Victory go to ptv org donate [... more]

https www thetruthpulpit comWelcome to The Truth Pulpit with Don Green founding pastor of Truth Community Church in Cincinnati Ohio It is our joy to continue our commitment to teaching God's People God's Word Don is continuing with the second part of the message we started last time so let's open our Bible as we join him in The Truth Pulpit Click the icon below to listen Related PodcastsCreation and God's Existence A Meditation on God's Ways TTP- A Call for Nations to Submit to Christ Through the Psalms [... more]

https www thetruthpulpit comWelcome to The Truth Pulpit with Don Green founding pastor of Truth Community Church in Cincinnati Ohio Thanks for joining us as we continue teaching God's People God's Word Don begins a new message today so let's join him in The Truth Pulpit without further delay Click the icon below to listen Related PodcastsA Meditation on God's Ways TTP- A Call for Nations to Submit to Christ Through the Psalms A Meditation on God's Ways [... more]

The Bible speaks about a future anti-Christ a great world leader who seeks and receives the worship of mankind He will deceive the nations and set himself up against the Lordship of Christ In this message from Revelation Pastor Lutzer provides an overview of the anti-Christ's career How will he mimic and rival the real Jesus This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

- https www thetruthpulpit comClick the icon below to listen Related PodcastsTTP- A Call for Nations to Submit to Christ Through the Psalms A Meditation on God's Ways Our Duty in the Truth War [... more]

New Head Coach Rankings I Joe Theismann Former NFL QB I Top Destinations for LeBron [... more]

With apocalyptic themes capturing our imaginations in movies and books it's easy to despair But as Christians we can anticipate the end of days with hope In this message Pastor Lutzer lays out the views of the tribulation as we anticipate the coming of Christ How are we preparing to meet Jesus This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Why CFB has a major issue I Commanders Disappointing Hire I Top Vrabel Destinations [... more]

SCRIPTURES ON FEAR AND GOD'S PRESENCE Jesus asks a powerful question about worry in Matthew asking Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life Romans encourages reliance on God instead of falling back into fear For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons by whom we cry 'Abba Father ' Faith is the opposite of fear and fear is a tool used by Satan to distract from God's goodness COMMON WHAT-IF FEARS AND THEIR FUTILITY Rob lists common [... more]

Many years ago Julie Landsman auditioned for principal French hornist for New York rsquo s Metropolitan Opera Orchestra The MET held their auditions behind a screen to avoid prejudice by the judges Landsman did well in her audition and ended up winning the competition But when she stepped out from behind the screen some of the all-male judges walked to the rear of the room and turned their backs on her Apparently they were looking for someone else When the Israelites asked for a king God accommodated the people and gave them a man who was physically imposing like the [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Elisabeth Elliot was a missionary who returned to Ecuador with her toddler daughter to preach the Gospel to the Indian tribe that had killed her husband Here's Elisabeth Elliot to tell us her story Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Why do people think that the fruit from the forbidden tree was an apple Is tithing an Old Testament command that we are still bound to today Does God shame people for their sin How does the Bible become more than just head knowledge Should I stay at a church where I disagree with the pastor's theology Today's Offer FEARFULLY MADE Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core View our latest special offers here [... more]

A will is the usual tool for passing assets on to your heirs when you die But for some things you don rsquo t need a will at all because there rsquo s a way you can ensure that certain assets go straight to your heirs without passing through probate On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will be joined by Valerie Hogan who rsquo ll give us a crash course on beneficiary designations and why you want to you use them Then he rsquo ll answer your calls and various financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener [... more]

A will is the usual tool for passing assets on to your heirs when you die But for some things you don rsquo t need a will at all because there rsquo s a way you can ensure that certain assets go straight to your heirs without passing through probate On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will be joined by Valerie Hogan who rsquo ll give us a crash course on beneficiary designations and why you want to you use them Then he rsquo ll answer your calls and various financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener [... more]

WHY ARE BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS IMPORTANT Beneficiary designations are crucial because they're an easy quick and free way to transfer assets accounts and insurance benefits after passing away They take precedence over wills or trusts and are significant because they skip probate and remain private Beneficiary designations offer a straightforward method to transfer assets after death They are prioritized over estate planning documents and bypass the probate process Keeping them updated and accurate is crucial for ensuring assets are distributed as intended WHAT ARE THE KEYS TO REMEMBER ABOUT DESIGNATING BENEFICIARIES When designating beneficiaries it's important to consider various account types [... more]

Prosecutions are never supposed to be criminal For two centuries America largely avoided Third World political persecutions but that norm has been obliterated in the left's drive to Get Trump Missouri AG candidate and Trump legal team member Will Scharf explains the ramifications of the coordinated Biden-led courtroom offensive against Trump and also explains why presidential immunity ought to protect Trump from the wave of indictments against him Then Georgia GOP chief Josh McKoon explains how Georgia Republicans can intervene to stop Fani Willis's machinations if they can develop the backbone needed to try Finally Charlie concludes with a major [... more]

Abraham Lincoln confided to a friend ldquo I have been driven many times upon my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go rdquo In the horrific years of the American Civil War President Lincoln not only spent time in fervent prayer but also called the country to join him In he proclaimed a ldquo day of humiliation prayer and fasting rdquo And he did so again in stating ldquo It is the duty of nations as well as of men to own their dependence upon the overruling power of God to confess their sins and [... more]

We were made to belong Humans are social creatures who live in communities families and nations In this message from Ephesians Pastor Lutzer shows how God brings us together through the blood of Christ in a unity available nowhere else Where in the world do Christians get all that love This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Oceanographer Sylvia Earle has seen the deterioration of coral reefs firsthand She founded Mission Blue an organization devoted to the development of global Hope Spots These special places around the world are ldquo critical to the health of the ocean rdquo which impacts our lives on earth Through the intentional care for these areas scientists have seen the relationships of underwater communities restored and lives of endangered species saved nbsp In Psalm the psalmist acknowledges that God spoke everything into existence and ensured that all He made would stand firm vv ndash As God reigns over generations and nations vv [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories the crew of Apollo and Steve Kates tell the story of their Christmas time mission to the moon--and the reading of Genesis over its surface Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Enjoy Charlie's speech from a breakout session at AmFest where he reveals the evils that have taken root within almost all public and even private Christian schools and the importance of classical education as the weapon to fight back Charlie weighs whether conservatives should aim at liberating the existing school system or building a new one from scratch Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]