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The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

November 11, 2025

Jesus teaches His followers to prioritize the spiritual over the physical and to seek His kingdom, where God's power and provision are available. Dr. Tony Evans explains how God wants us to trust Him completely and not worry about our needs, as He is our loving Father who provides for us. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

September 19, 2025

Make Fun a Priority Now – Here's Why!

Ordinary Christians can experience joy and connection through vulnerability, fun, and shared experiences, which can lead to a deeper understanding of eternity and heaven. Annie F. Downs discusses the importance of pursuing joy and how it can be a supernatural gift, especially in difficult times. She shares personal stories and biblical references to illustrate the connection between joy, fun, and faith. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 05, 2025

Where Is Your Treasure?

We'll explore the idea that true freedom comes not from giving more, but from treasuring God most. We'll examine how our hearts can be enslaved to wealth, even when giving generously, and how choosing a better treasure can lead to a more fulfilling life. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

June 02, 2025

Make Fun a Priority Now – Here's Why!

Annie F. Downs discusses the importance of pursuing joy and how it connects with faith, highlighting the role of vulnerability, connection, and remembering in experiencing joy. She shares personal anecdotes and biblical references to illustrate her points, emphasizing that joy is a supernatural gift that can be accessed through fun and play. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 29, 2025

Are You Loving Your Kids Into Debt? with Dr. Art Rainer

Loving parents often struggle with wanting to give their kids the best chance in life without breaking the bank. Dr. Art Raynor discusses six things that can lead parents into debt, including keeping up with the Joneses, social media comparison, and caring more about their child's future career than their character. Meanwhile, a listener asks about canceling a whole life insurance policy and replacing it with term insurance, and another asks about getting a credit card for their college student. The hosts also discuss health savings accounts and retirement planning. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

May 01, 2025

40 Days to Stronger Family Connections - Ryan Rush

Restoring the table to its former significance in modern life, Dr. Ryan Rush shares his insights on the power of mealtime in building relationships, fostering community, and sharing the love of Christ with others. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

March 26, 2025

3 Benefits of Faith-Based Investing with Dr. Finny Kuruvilla

Faith-based investing offers a deeper impact than just financial gains, aligning investments with Christian values and promoting integrity, impact, and performance. Dr. Phinney Kuravilla discusses the benefits of faith-based investing, including the love-your-neighbor principle, and how it can lead to outperformance and a positive impact on society. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

February 28, 2025

8 Habits of Wise Women Managing Money with Miriam Neff

Women are capable of managing finances and overseeing wealth, but often struggle with money management due to cultural and emotional influences. Wise women prioritize God's guidance, create spending plans, and take responsibility for their finances, leading to financial freedom and a deeper relationship with God. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

February 25, 2025

Wisdom Over Wealth with John Cortines

The pursuit of wisdom over wealth is a crucial aspect of financial management, as seen in the book of Ecclesiastes. John Cortenez discusses the importance of prioritizing wisdom in financial decisions, citing the story of three siblings who inherited a substantial amount of money but had different outcomes due to their approach to wealth. He emphasizes the need to seek wisdom, which is a shelter and preserves those who have it, as opposed to wealth, which can be fleeting. [... more]

In Touch

Charles Stanley

February 25, 2025

Fellowship with Jesus - Part 2

Fellowship with Jesus is the most important thing in a believer's life, and spending time with Him is essential for emotional refreshment and renewal. When we prioritize Jesus, we must be willing to leave some things undone and may be misunderstood by others. However, neglecting fellowship with Jesus can result in consequences we don't like, such as worry, anxiety, and distraction. By focusing on Jesus and spending quality time with Him, we can stay anchored in God and face life's difficulties with confidence and assurance. [... more]

Hope for the Caregiver

Peter Rosenberger

February 12, 2025

Valentine’s Day in the ICU: Love, Loss, and Caregiving Realities

Peter Rosenberger shares his experiences as a caregiver for his wife Gracie, who has been dealing with chronic pain and disability. He emphasizes the importance of healthy caregivers making better caregivers and the need for support and resources for those in caregiving roles. He also discusses his work with prosthetic care and the importance of rightly ordered love in the face of adversity. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

February 12, 2025

Render Unto Caesar What Is Caesar's

Jesus' teaching on rendering unto Caesar what is Caesar's and unto God what is God's challenges believers to integrate faith into every sphere of life, including finances, and to prioritize the eternal over the temporal. Christians are called to be faithful stewards of God's resources, managing their finances wisely and living out their biblical values in all aspects of life. [... more]

Lighting Your Way

Lighthouse Baptist

January 07, 2025

Living with God's Priority

Living a life that prioritizes Jesus and the Word of God is essential for a blessed and prosperous life. By focusing on the things that truly matter, individuals can avoid the pitfalls of a Martha mentality and cultivate a Mary-like spirit of devotion and worship. [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

December 13, 2024

A Challenge to Prioritize Your Priorities, Part 2

Dr. Tony Evans emphasizes the importance of prioritizing a relationship with God, warning against letting duty and programs crowd out devotion and love for Him. He encourages listeners to overcome the pressure to make God secondary and to seek a deeper, more intimate connection with Him, ultimately leading to a private audience with God in the Paradise of God. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

December 05, 2024

Home Financing for Global Impact with Harlan Accola

A mortgage company founded on Christian values and biblical wisdom, Movement Mortgage has grown dramatically since its founding in 2008, using its profits to fund charitable outreach and community impact through the Movement Foundation, which has given away over $377 million to date, supporting education, healthcare, and poverty relief efforts in the US and around the world. [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

October 31, 2024

Unleashing Kingdom Pursuit, Part 2

God encourages us to prioritize the spiritual over the physical, reminding us that pursuing His kingdom invites His power into our lives. Jesus teaches us not to worry, but to seek God's kingdom and let Him provide for our needs, just as He does in nature and for the ravens and lilies. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 25, 2024

Can't Serve God and Money with Taylor Standridge

Financial anxiety is a common struggle, but God's word offers peace and guidance through teachings on money and anxiety. Exploring the heart of scripture, we learn that peace comes from trusting in God's provision and grace, not from having enough money. A devotional on financial fear and anxiety invites us to journey with God's word, reminding us that our ultimate source of security and peace is found in him. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

October 08, 2024

Modeling a Godly Response to Mud Part 2

When faced with criticism, misunderstanding, or misrepresentation, it's essential to respond biblically and prioritize the gospel. Paul's example in Philippians 1:12-18 shows how to graciously resist retaliation, refocus on the priority, and intentionally choose to rejoice, even in adversity. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 20, 2024

3-Step Approach to Better Money & Marriage with Rachel McDonough

Couples can achieve unity and harmony in their financial decisions by understanding each other's personal values, making a list of financial priorities, and implementing a plan that aligns with their shared goals and values. By doing so, they can cultivate a deeper sense of trust, respect, and love for one another, ultimately strengthening their marriage and their relationship with God. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 18, 2024

Principles of "Freedom Budgeting" with Brandon Sieben

Living on a budget can be liberating, not restrictive, according to Brandon Sieben, chairman of the board at Compass Financial Ministry. He shares principles of 'freedom budgeting' that helped his sister master her finances, including keeping it simple, being honest, allocating non-negotiables first, and saving for the future. [... more]