Susannah Wesley, the mother of John and Charles Wesley, dedicated her life to teaching and counseling her 21 children, despite facing numerous challenges and hardships. She struggled with her husband's inflexible personality and stubborn wills, but continued to believe and teach the importance of spiritual growth and faith. Her efforts ultimately led to the impact of her two sons on the world, with John preaching to over a million people and Charles writing over 9,000 hymns. [... more]

Sharon Epps shares insights on the generosity of women in the Bible, specifically Joanna who financially supported Jesus, and how her story teaches us about receiving before giving and the virtuous cycle of giving. Rob West discusses various financial topics, including retirement planning, student loans, and Social Security benefits, using biblical principles to guide decision-making. [... more]

The generosity of women in the Bible is explored, particularly Joanna, who provided for Jesus and his entourage despite her wealth and royal lifestyle. Her story highlights the importance of receiving from God before giving, and the virtuous cycle of giving and receiving. A biblical worldview is applied to financial decisions, emphasizing the importance of stewardship, generosity, and faithfulness. [... more]

Jonathan, a bivocational pastor, struggles with feeling hypocritical about his financial situation, despite having a six-figure income. He seeks advice on how to manage his finances and give generously to his congregation. Rob West offers guidance on defining values, setting goals, and creating a spending plan to align with Christian principles. [... more]

Susanna Wesley, the mother of John and Charles Wesley, lived a life of dedication to her faith and her family despite facing numerous challenges, including poverty, persecution, and the struggles of raising 21 children. Her commitment to biblical truth and her role as a mother had a profound impact on the lives of her children, who went on to become influential figures in the Great Awakening and the founding of Methodism. [... more]

Women have played a crucial role in the supporting cast of Jesus' ministry, providing financial support, serving alongside the disciples, and helping to spread the gospel message. Their stories, such as that of Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Susanna, demonstrate the Lord's ability to take hopeless and helpless individuals and give them a bright future. These women's examples show that having a dark past doesn't handicap the Lord's ability to give you a bright future, and that being unknown is not the same as being unessential. [... more]

Susanna Wesley, the mother of John and Charles Wesley, lived a life of faithfulness amidst great challenges, including poverty, persecution, and family struggles. She dedicated her life to teaching and counseling her children, and her efforts bore fruit in the lives of her sons, who went on to impact the world with the Methodist movement. [... more]

Charles and Susanna Spurgeon's marriage is a fascinating example of faith, spirituality, and perseverance in the face of challenges. Despite the demands of Charles' ministry and his struggles with depression, the couple maintained a strong and loving relationship, built on a foundation of communication, mutual support, and a deep commitment to their faith. [... more]

The untold love story of Charles and Susanna Spurgeon reveals a deep faith, spirituality, and commitment to one another, despite the challenges of their Victorian era life, including Spurgeon's depression and Susie's health struggles. Their marriage lessons, including good communication, perseverance, and a shared vision, offer valuable insights for couples today. [... more]

Author Barbara Rainey shares her journey of developing a deeper relationship with God through prayer and journaling, and encourages listeners to do the same by writing out their own prayers and seeking God's heart and perspective. [... more]