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Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 23, 2026

Every day we make decisions about money but not every decision is made with intention When it comes to generosity many of us wrestle with the same questions Where should we give How much should we give And does our giving really make a difference With so many worthy causes competing for our attention generosity can easily become reactive rather than intentional Yet Scripture invites us to see giving as something much greater than another financial habit Intentional generosity is an act of discipleship that connects our resources to God's work in the world Generosity Is Part of God's Purpose [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 21, 2026

Where Have You Placed Your Security?

The wealth of the rich is their fortified city they imagine it a wall too high to scale Proverbs NIV Money can provide real protection but it can also create a dangerous illusion of security We may begin to believe that enough savings investments or possessions can shield us from whatever life brings In Samuel we encounter a wealthy man named Nabal whose story illustrates the danger of placing too much confidence in earthly riches His experience reminds us that while financial resources are valuable tools they can never provide the ultimate security our hearts desire Nabal A Wealthy Man [... more]

Words of Life

Salvation Army

October 21, 2026

Keep Asking, Seeking, and Knocking: The Parables of Jesus

What can an annoying persistent friend teach us about prayer In this episode of our series on the parables of Jesus Major Cam Henderson explores Jesus' surprising story of a friend who comes knocking at midnight asking for bread Through this humorous and unexpected parable Jesus teaches His disciples to pray with confidence persistence and trust But the lesson goes beyond simply getting what we ask for Jesus reminds us that God is not reluctant to hear us He is our loving Father who knows what we truly need and delights in giving good gifts to His children Join Major [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 20, 2026

Rethinking Open Enrollment with Lauren Gajdek

It's almost time for health insurance open enrollment again For many families that means sorting through premiums deductibles coverage options and rising healthcare costs But what if you didn't have to wait for open enrollment to explore a different approach Traditional health insurance isn't the only option available to Christians Health cost-sharing ministries offer an alternative rooted in biblical community mutual support and financial stewardship Lauren Gajdek Senior Director of External Affairs at Christian Healthcare Ministries CHM joined us today to explain how this approach works and why more Christians are exploring it Why Healthcare Decisions Feel So OverwhelmingChoosing healthcare [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 16, 2026

How to Develop a Resilient Mindset

Resilience is a life skill we need for the inevitable struggles we will face in this life but we must be intentional about learning this skill Valorie has identified some key rules for resilience like expect the unexpected and focus on the vision not the obstacle And control the controllable and accept the rest Prepping ourselves beforehand to learn and live more resiliently helps us be more confident content and successful when difficult situations happen Get Rules of Resilience free with your gift Overcome Anxiety -- You don't have to be paralyzed by fear Christ offers peace that no circumstance [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 14, 2026

Freedom from Borrowing

What if debt isn't just a financial issue but a discipleship one We often view borrowing through a financial lens focusing on interest rates monthly payments and repayment timelines But Scripture invites us to consider something deeper Debt can shape our freedom influence our generosity and affect our ability to respond to opportunities God places before us Borrowing is common in modern life but understanding its spiritual implications can help us make wiser financial decisions The Biblical Perspective on DebtCredit cards student loans mortgages and business financing are familiar financial tools While Scripture doesn't identify borrowing itself as a sin [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

October 12, 2026

How Haunted Houses Became a Halloween Tradition

On this episode of Our American Stories before haunted houses filled October nights Halloween in America was a mess In the early twentieth century it was less about candy and costumes and more about broken fences stolen gates and angry neighbors Communities were desperate for order and their answer came from an unexpected place Schools churches and civic clubs began creating haunted attractions small events meant to channel mischief into something creative Author Lisa Morton whose Trick or Treat A History of Halloween remains a definitive account traces how those first haunted houses grew into the elaborate haunted attractions we [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 12, 2026

How to Save for Major Purchases

One of the simplest ways to avoid credit card debt is to save up for major purchases before you make them When you plan ahead for expenses you know are coming you can pay with money you already have instead of borrowing from tomorrow's income This simple approach can reduce financial stress provide greater flexibility and help you practice faithful stewardship The key is preparing for tomorrow's expenses with today's resources Saving for the Expected Not Just the UnexpectedYou may be thinking Isn't that what my emergency fund is for Not exactly Your emergency fund is designed to cover unexpected [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 09, 2026

3 Questions To Ask Before Dipping Into Your Emergency Fund

Having an emergency fund is an important part of wise financial stewardship But building one is only half the battle You also need to know when to use it It can be tempting to dip into emergency savings whenever an unexpected expense or even an especially appealing purchase comes along But if we use those funds too freely the money may not be there when a genuine emergency arrives Proverbs offers a helpful reminder Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man's dwelling but a foolish man devours it The principle is simple wisdom prepares rather than consuming everything [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

October 06, 2026

Living Faith

Just when it feels like God is about to deliver us from difficult circumstances sometimes things seem to go from bad to worse Dr Tony Evans explains how faith keeps trusting God even when the situation takes an unexpected turn and the outcome is still unclear [... more]

Hope in the Mourning Ministries

Emily Curtis

October 06, 2026

This Was Never the Plan

Even our most carefully laid plans can take an unexpected turn Proverbs reminds us The mind of a person plans his way but the LORD directs his steps Vaneetha has walked through polio the loss of an infant son infidelity and an unwanted divorce sorrows she never would have chosen or planned She joins us to share how through each unexpected turn God has faithfully directed her path for her ultimate good and His glory Our lives may not unfold according to our plans but no part of our story is without purpose Even the paths we never planned can [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

October 05, 2026

Seeing God's Provision

Cultural trends and unexpected events can disrupt our lives in ways that make us uncomfortable Dr Tony Evans points to the story of Elijah to show what God can teach us when the world around us changes and we're forced to depend on His provision [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 05, 2026

Should AI Help Manage Your Money?

Artificial intelligence can help you build a budget explain an investment or compare financial options in seconds But how much should you trust it with your money AI is quickly becoming part of everyday life including the way we manage our finances And like any tool it can be used wisely or unwisely For Christians the better question isn't simply Should I use AI but How can I use this tool wisely and faithfully A Helpful Tool But Not a Source of WisdomWhen new technology arrives we can be tempted toward one of two extremes We either embrace it without [... more]

The Masculine Journey

Sam Main

October 03, 2026

Life Changes After Hours

Life is full of unexpected twists new beginnings painful endings health challenges career transitions broken relationships and moments that redefine who we are In this heartfelt episode of Masculine Journey After Hours the guys share personal stories of navigating life's biggest changes and discovering God's faithful presence through every season Drawing from powerful movie clips from City Slickers Braveheart and Evan Almighty the conversation explores how God often meets us through unexpected people opportunities and circumstances From career changes and family struggles to healing after loss illness and divorce each story points to the same truth God never abandons us [... more]

The Masculine Journey

Sam Main

October 03, 2026

Life Changes

Life is full of unexpected turns Careers change health challenges arise relationships evolve and carefully laid plans can shift in an instant In this episode of Masculine Journey the guys explore what it means to trust God through life's biggest transitions and discover His faithfulness even when His presence isn't immediately obvious Through memorable movie clips from Designated Survivor and the Bourne series along with heartfelt personal stories the conversation reveals how God often guides us one step at a time sometimes in ways we only recognize when looking back From navigating medical diagnoses and career changes to raising children [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

September 29, 2026

What Does a Breakthrough In Prayer Look Like?

On this episode of Truth Talk Live Robby and Dr Carson explore the power of prayer and fasting through Scripture and real-life testimonies of God providing peace direction strength and breakthrough in difficult circumstances Hear powerful stories from listeners who experienced God's presence through addiction marriage grief financial hardship family struggles and major life decisions including a remarkable story of unexpected provision for a son's college tuition The conversation is a reminder that prayer is not simply a last resort but a continual dependence on God in the battles and challenges of everyday life Discover why as Dr Carson shares [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 29, 2026

Stewarding the Wealth in Your Home with Harlan Accola

Christians often say that God owns everything and that what we possess has simply been entrusted to our care We apply that principle to our income savings investments and giving But we may treat another significant asset differently the equity in our homes Harlan Accola who leads the reverse mortgage team at Movement Mortgage joined the show today to discuss why homeowners particularly those approaching or already in retirement should consider home equity as part of their overall stewardship plan Home Equity Is Still Part of Your WealthFor generations many families have followed a familiar pattern buy a home pay [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 23, 2026

Smokin’ Ed Currie on The Miracle That Gave Him a Family

On this episode of Our American Stories before Smokin' Ed Currie became famous for breeding the Carolina Reaper and Pepper X he nearly destroyed his life with addiction Recovery gave Ed a second chance but it didn't erase the guilt he carried over the person he had once been Years later after he and his wife Linda endured miscarriage after miscarriage they finally accepted that they might never have children of their own Then in the middle of the night the phone rang Ed shares the deeply personal story of the unexpected events that followed Support the show https www [... more]

Insight for Living

Chuck Swindoll

September 23, 2026

Finally . . . Justice Rolls Down, Part 2

Job Job's vindication and double blessing come in an unexpected way In this message Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches on God's wrath against Job's friends and the surprising solution for their sin Job If you long for justice know it is worth the wait If you have done wrong determine to ask for forgiveness Waves of mercy await [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

September 22, 2026

Sharing the Truth in New York with Jesse F. Connors

What happens when you bring a basketball a Gospel message and a willingness to talk to whoever God puts in your path In New York City Stu and Jesse Connors head to a basketball court and have an unexpected divine appointment with three young men Jonathan Joseph and Daniel They share the message of Jesus pray with the guys and introduce them to a simple card designed to help people discover the truth about God This powerful encounter is a reminder that sharing your faith doesn't require a stage sometimes it just takes showing up starting a conversation and being [... more]