Margin is one of those important things in life that we often take for granted and that can lead to trouble Margin basically means something extra A little extra time or even distance from the car in front of you It's critical especially with your finances I'll talk about financial margin today Applying Margin to Personal FinancesWhen you think of margin you might associate it with the business term profit margin This concept is crucial in business as it determines a company's profit after all expenses Every step of bringing a product to market involves multiple entities manufacturers salespeople transporters [... more]

A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous - Proverbs That verse seems pretty straightforward but it leaves several questions unanswered What should we leave to our kids how much and when Ron Blue joins us today with the answers Ron Blue is the Co-Founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance including Splitting Heirs Giving Your Money and Things to Your Children Without Ruining Their Lives When To Leave Money to Your Kids and When Not ToMany people wonder if Proverbs means [... more]

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The Puritan poet Anne Bradstreet once wrote Wisdom without an inheritance is better than an inheritance without wisdom As Baby Boomers age it's estimated they'll leave a tidal wave of wealth to their heirs perhaps as much as trillion by But is the next generation ready for that wealth The Biblical Perspective on Inheritance Anne Bradstreet's wisdom likely stemmed from Ecclesiastes - highlighting wisdom's value alongside an inheritance This biblical perspective underscores the importance of preparing heirs with wealth and the wisdom to manage it Current State of Wealth Transfer PreparednessResearch indicates that while Boomers are poised to make the [... more]

A pair of eagles built a giant nest in a tree a few miles away from my house Before long the enormous birds had eaglets They cared for their hatchlings together until one of the adult eagles was tragically struck and killed by a car For several days the surviving eagle flew up and down a nearby river as if searching for the lost mate Finally the eagle returned to the nest and assumed the full responsibility of raising the offspring In any situation single parenting can be challenging The delight a child brings combined with possible financial and emotional [... more]

We learn that the Holy Spirit plays different roles in the lives of believers and unbelievers In the message The Holy Spirit With In and Upon from Expound Holy Spirit Skip shares why the Holy Spirit's nickname is the hound of heaven [... 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]

Send us a Text Message This program is a rebroadcast from GUEST SCOTT ANIOL Professor of Pastoral Theology Grace Bible Theological SeminaryAs we celebrate Independence Day which commemorates the signing in of the Declaration of Independence the founding document of our nation when the original colonies declared their autonomy from British colonial rule John Adams was a signer of the Declaration one of the framers of the U S Constitution and the second President of the United States Likely not a born-again Christian but rather a deist a believer in a supreme being who is uninvolved in the affairs of [... more]

How does childhood trauma echo in our adult lives When an adult's parents got divorced it can still impact them decades later from their relationship with stepparents to blended family dynamics and ongoing healing Jim Ramos founder of the men's ministry Men in the Arena describes his challenging upbringing Listen in for hope in navigating the complexities of family life and pursuing personal growth community support and a steadfast faith Show Notes and Resources Connect with Jim Ramos and catch more of his ideas at meninthearena org Find him on social media on Insta X and Facebook Listen to the [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Joy Neal Kidney shares the story of how Sherd and Laura Goff and all ten of their children who survived into adulthood celebrated Independence Day in Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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]

Send us a Text Message On Friday-Saturday June - nearly young adults age - converged at Stone House Farm in Jordan MN as the first class of The Overcomer Course Some of the young adults are in the workplace some are in school some are in between but all came to hear what God has said in His Word and how it applies to their lives In eight sessions over those two days addressing the most important issues in life such as believing God and His gospel trusting God's Word as the basis for wise thinking and living evangelism and [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Should I leave an organization that promotes false teachers Is it Biblical to end a life to avoid suffering Is it blasphemous to say that God is the devil Does God want me to stay with my adulterous spouse Did Adam and Eve have a mother and father Why is the Bible unclear and confusing when God is a god of order Today's Offer How To Keep Your Faith After High School Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a [... more]

Train up a child in the way he should go even when he is old he will not depart from it Proverbs Teaching our children how to manage God's money is vital to raising them But how can parents do this well Brian Holtz will share some great insights today Brian Holtz is the Chief Operating Officer at Compass Financial Ministry and the author of Financial Discipleship for Families Intentionally Raising Faithful Children MVP Parenting Building Financial Wisdom in the Next GenerationIntroducing MVP Parenting a concept foundational for nurturing financial wisdom and spiritual growth in our children Howard Dayton defines [... more]

GUEST BRUCE WHEATON father of host David WheatonThis Father's Day weekend we are going to go back in time to to hear an interview with my own father Bruce Wheaton Many of you know that God welcomed my dad into heaven February at age Our family has joy that he is in the eternal presence of the Savior he believed loved and obeyed But we miss his presence with us tremendously for he was a beloved husband father and friend to not just the members of his family but to many others as well My mom who is misses my [... more]

Dr Richard Swenson author of The Overload Syndrome and Margin writes that We must have some room to breathe We need freedom to think and permission to heal Our relationships are being starved to death by velocity Too many people are physically emotionally mentally and financially overloaded these days So we'll look at rest from a biblical perspective today The Concept of MarginIn his writings Dr Richard Swenson introduces the concept of margin essentially it's the space to take a break before you break down Many of us feel there's just not enough time money or energy left at the [... more]

The Matt Slick Live -Live Broadcast of - - - is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry -CARM- Matt answers questions on topics such as- The Bible Apologetics Theology World Religions Atheism and other issues- -You can also email questions to Matt using- info-carm org Put -Radio Show Question- in the Subject line- Answers will be discussed in a future show -Topics Include- -Did a Pastor hear from God-The Saints of Revelation-Is smoking a sin-Do Christians still sin-June [... more]

Rich reacts to Dan Hurley turning down the Lakers -year M offer to remain at UConn and weighs in on the Steelers handing Mike Tomlin a -year extension much to the chagrin of many Pittsburgh fans Actor Anthony Michael Hall joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new 'Trigger Warning' Netflix movie how he went from portraying teenage nerds in his younger years to playing badass characters as an adult and dishes the dirt on 'The Breakfast Club ' 'Sixteen Candles ' 'Weird Science ' Stanley Kubrick going on a double date with Mike Tyson and more in a round of [... more]

Do you lead a small group sing on the worship team or frequently volunteer around your church - and feel completely burnt out In this program Chip has a word for the overworked and overcommitted Christian as he continues his series Less is More Hear how sometimes even the most wholesome Christian activities can damage your spiritual health Main PointsHebrews - quot Therefore since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us and let us run with endurance the race that is set [... more]

Author Jodie Berndt offers encouragement to parents who worry about their adult child and guidance for how they can entrust their child to God through prayer Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children and an audio download of Trusting God With Your Adult Child for your donation of any amount Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail [... more]

For years Steve DeWitt was the only never married megachurch pastor in the United States He spent days as an adult single On this Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman hear how Steve dealt with his aloneness and solitude If you feel the ache of loneliness or you know someone who does don't miss the encouragement on Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Featured resource LONELINESS DON'T HATE IT OR WASTE IT REDEEM IT See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Loneliness is like an ache and often we feel ashamed to admit that we feel lonely Ruth Graham shares national statistics about how half of American adults feel lonely and how loneliness can affect us emotionally and physiologically Part of Get the book Transforming Loneliness and an audio download of How Loneliness Can Draw You Closer to Jesus for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail [... more]

Loneliness is like an ache and often we feel ashamed to admit that we feel lonely Ruth Graham shares national statistics about how half of American adults feel lonely and how loneliness can affect us emotionally and physiologically Part of Get the book Transforming Loneliness and an audio download of How Loneliness Can Draw You Closer to Jesus for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail [... more]

Learn what nonbelievers can expect to face after a lifetime of rejecting salvation [... more]

Welcome to Through the Psalms a weekend ministry of The Truth Pulpit Over time we will study all psalms with Pastor Don Green from Truth Community Church in Cincinnati Ohio We're glad you're with us Let's open to the Psalms now as we join our teacher in The Truth Pulpit Visit The Truth Pulpit https www thetruthpulpit comClick the icon below to listen Related PodcastsWhen Providence Stings When Providence Stings God Over You [... more]

One of the things we know about Jesus He was practical He told the disciples to feed a crowd and then provided the food He taught about grace and then rescued a woman caught in adultery He taught about serving one another and then died on the cross as the ultimate sacrifice Practical love is powerful In this program Theresa Ingram brings a message about the practical love of Christ that meets you right where you are - when you need it the most Main PointsWe reflect the heart of God as we love one another We are commanded to [... more]

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Okay before we get into the specific money wasters there's a general principle you should be aware of if you're buying things that provide only a temporary sense of satisfaction you're probably wasting money It doesn't matter what it is if it's unnecessary and you grow bored with it it was a waste of money Check your closets for examples I'm not saying you should take a vow of poverty The Lord wants us to enjoy the resources He's given us but that must be tempered by the principle that we're merely stewards and must use His resources wisely Of [... more]

As an adult how do you honor your parents - especially if they have been less than honorable Join Chip as he explores this difficult and controversial issue with candor and biblical guidance Main PointsGod s first words to children - Exodus What does it mean to quot honor quot your parents Why did God give this command What does it look like to honor our parents Are there times when we can t honor our parents wishes Yes Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP Message Notes Additional Resource MentionsFree Parenting Resources About Chip IngramChip Ingram rsquo s passion is helping Christians [... more]

GUEST HALEY ERICKSON Christian Nutrition Coach and Personal TrainerWhile there is great diversity in the world religion culture socio-economic geographic personal experience family background education etc there are some things we all have in common One of them is a physical body It's interesting to note that God spoke everything into existence except for Adam man which God formed the dust from the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life and man became a living being Gen God didn't have to create a physical body for Adam but He did And that's significant We often focus on [... more]

Recall a situation where you witnessed an adult overreacting Did it catch you off-guard Did it make you uneasy A psychiatrist friend once shared a valuable insight with his team When you see a patient overreact or act out always remember there's a story behind that behavior Understanding this 'story' is crucial for caregivers dealing with individuals exhibiting frenetic or hyper behavior as it allows them to approach the situation with empathy and patience Adults don't lose self-control in a vacuum there's a build-up and a story behind their behavior When caregivers find themselves in the unpleasant predicament of engaging [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie begins our new Psalms of David series with a message focused on the choices we have in life including the choice to follow God Notes Matt - Ps Choices matter because we make our choices and our choices make us We are not the only ones who make choices God makes choices too There are over references to David in the New Testament yet he was far from perfect He wasn't only a shepherd warrior and king but also an adulterer murderer and abysmal failure In battle David was fearless In wisdom in ruling he was without [... more]

Kelly O'Connor joined my program today to discuss how she's helping families navigate the complexity of caregiving - particularly with seniors Kelly and Gracie grew up together - and Kelly is one of us Not only does she have SIGNIFICANT caregiving experience but look what she's done with it With specialized certifications in Gerontology Dementia Care and Life Coaching and a master's degree in Spiritual Psychology Kelly brings over years of dedicated experience to the table Having assisted nearly individuals and their families her insights are a treasure trove for those navigating the complexities of aging Whether it's providing caregiver [... more]

Statistics show that young adults in the U S are sadly lacking in basic money skills So what rsquo s going to happen when their turn comes to run things On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will address this sobering question and remind us about some essential money management skills Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Must-Have Financial SkillsThe first skill is an attitude The Bible says God owns everything as in Psalm The earth is the Lord's and everything in it the world and all who live in it Understand that nothing belongs to you even you You are a manager of God's resources which should change your perspective on money and material things The number two financial skill you'll need is planning A dream without a plan is just a wish they say And wishes won't buy you a house The fundamental planning tool we recommend is a budget otherwise known as a spending [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories The History Guy remembers the th President's son Robert Todd Lincoln Because of his father Abraham Lincoln Robert Todd's life has been largely forgotten but it deserves to be remembered Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Is the jury still out on Shohei Ohtani or no Amy's trip to Niagara Falls What are the best wings in Buffalo [... more]

What is the risk of playing it too safe That does seem like a bit of a riddle but we can start to make sense of it by first exploring a behavioral phenomenon called loss aversion Researchers have found that most people feel the pain of losing money roughly twice as strongly as the joy of gaining money To say it again clearly losses feel twice as bad as gains feel good This naturally causes many people to be loss averse and try to avoid losses sometimes to such a substantial degree that it undermines their long-term goals One of [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Who is the man of lawlessness in Thessalonians Who determines a person's last day of life man or God What is the best translation of the Lord's Prayer What was happening when the Pharisees brought the woman caught in adultery Today's Offer Praying with Jesus 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]

People often wonder how a loving God could send people to hell Well while God is certainly loving and merciful He is also holy And He makes it clear that there's only one acceptable way to approach Him Dr Robert Jeffress turns to the book of Isaiah to explain why God's standard never changes To support Pathway to Victory go to ptv org donate [... more]

Mom and author Kari Kampakis offers insight on the world of the teen girl and ways you can step in offer guidance and cultivate her identity in Christ You'll learn how to become her coach and consultant as she moves into adulthood Receive the book Love Her Well plus an audio download of the broadcast Loving Your Teen Daughter Well for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a [... more]

Disappointment is inevitable but discouragement is a choice People love to look into the future We all have hopes and dreams and expectations about what we want our life to be So we make plans Plans to save serve build a family work travel learn grow you name it Planning is part of what it takes to make our dreams come true And there's nothing wrong with planning Planning is an important part of being a good steward of whatever God has entrusted to you But here's the problem Our plans don't always succeed Dreams fail Expectations go unmet And [... more]

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript of this message here https wfth me pap If it's a dangerous time to be a child in the st century it was exponentially more so during the days of Jesus Many children never lived to adulthood or even to their teenage years Those who did survive infancy were marginalized in their culture But Jesus changed all that Through a simple act of showing interest and care in the lives of children Jesus began a cause that to this day Christians all around the world continue to strive for protecting and [... more]

CONSIDERING THE FUTURE POST-HIGH SCHOOLRob discusses the pressure high school seniors and their parents face concerning post-secondary education and emphasizes the importance of aligning educational choices with financial realities He stresses the goal of avoiding college debt through early savings exploring scholarships and considering alternatives to a four-year college such as technical schools online courses and military service Financial planning for education should begin early incorporating discussions about affordability and scholarships Exploring educational alternatives can provide viable paths that align with career goals and financial constraints Completing the FAFSA is essential for all college-bound students to assess eligibility for financial [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories only hours old Jackie Darby was found in a garbage dump in Korea her tiny body being eaten by rats Through the love of her adoptive parents and God she came to see the light at the end of her dark tunnel Pick up her book Whose Am I wherever you buy books or on Amazon here Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories first jobs are important and often our first real taste of adult responsibility At the Fenwick Crab house though Brent Timmons learned much more than just how to cut a cucumber and steam a clam Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The compassion and righteousness of our Savior are never at odds Today R C Sproul considers Jesus' encounter with the adulterous woman reminding us that it is only by Christ's mercy that sinners can stand in the presence of God Get R C Sproul's Teaching Series 'Face to Face with Jesus' for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org face-to-face-with-jesus Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries Explore all of our podcasts https www ligonier org podcasts [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com How do I advise my friend whose child is transitioning Am I committing adultery by marrying someone who was previously divorced Why did Jesus need to leave to send the Holy Spirit Should I try to pursue my prodigal child or wait on the Lord At what point in Jesus's ministry were the disciples saved Today's Offer The King Is Crowned Ways Jesus's Ascension Matters For You Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core [... more]

Jack a professor of philosophy and literature had a brilliant mind He rsquo d declared himself an atheist at the age of fifteen and in adulthood adamantly defended his ldquo atheistic faith rdquo Christian friends tried to persuade him As Jack put it ldquo Everyone and everything had joined the other side rdquo But the Bible he had to admit was different from other literature and myths About the Gospels he wrote ldquo If ever a myth had become fact had been incarnated it would be just like this rdquo One Bible passage became most influential to Jack mdash Exodus [... more]

From the time we rsquo re children and well into adulthood we attach ourselves to our possessions Ultimately the love of stuff leads to discontentment but God rsquo s Word shows us a better way On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will help us consider a biblical perspective on material possessions Then he rsquo ll take some calls and answer various financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

From the time we rsquo re children and well into adulthood we attach ourselves to our possessions Ultimately the love of stuff leads to discontentment but God rsquo s Word shows us a better way On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will help us consider a biblical perspective on material possessions Then he rsquo ll take some calls and answer various financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories The History Guy remembers the th President's son Robert Todd Lincoln Because of his father Abraham Lincoln Robert Todd's life has been largely forgotten but it deserves to be remembered Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

What does it take for a marriage to remain strong Communication Trust Respect Love Today on Living on the Edge Chip Ingram will share that there's something more foundational and more essential to a strong lasting marriage than all those other aspects Main PointsGod s instructions for a great marriageIt requires mutual submission to God and each other - Ephesians You need to know how to love your mate Your marriage has an even bigger purpose than your happiness Marriage is a holy covenantA covenant An agreement and guarantee one person makes with another A covenant marriage involves three distinct [... more]

Monica Swanson shares a story about taking her son Jonah through character training when he was to learn more about the importance of godly character in his life She also shares why allowing kids to suffer and learn through adversity will help them become stronger and healthier adults Receive the book Raising Amazing and the audio download of the broadcast Teaching Kids to Love God and Serve Others Well for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear [... more]

Chip begins this series with a fresh look at marriage - the way God intended it to be and the way you long for it to be Main PointsGod s instructions for a great marriageIt requires mutual submission to God and each other - Ephesians You need to know how to love your mate Your marriage has an even bigger purpose than your happiness Marriage is a holy covenantA covenant An agreement and guarantee one person makes with another A covenant marriage involves three distinct aspects LeavingCleavingBecoming quot one flesh quot Since marriage is a covenant and not merely a [... more]

In this broadcast Sabrina Beasley McDonald will help couples and single adults prepare for remarriage and the formation of a stepfamily She also talks about the unique challenges that couples face in remarriages and stepfamilies face Part of Receive the book A Home Built from Love and Loss and the audio download of the broadcast When Lives Collide Navigating Remarriage and Stepfamily for your donation of any amount Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback [... more]

Sex is no big deal right That's what the world wants you to believe but God wants us to trust him so that we can view sex rightly and experience his best for us when we wait on him [... more]

In this broadcast Sarah Beasley McDonald will help couples and single adults prepare for remarriage and the formation of a stepfamily She also talks about the unique challenges that couples face in remarriages and stepfamilies face Part of Receive the book A Home Built from Love and Loss and the audio download of the broadcast When Lives Collide Navigating Remarriage and Stepfamily for your donation of any amount Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback [... more]

WHAT DOES HEART FOR LEBANON AIM TO ACHIEVE AND HOW HAS THE RECENT FIGHTING AFFECTED THEIR MISSION Heart for Lebanon creates faith-defining environments for under-resourced families in Lebanon to encounter God and grow spiritually Recent fighting has expanded the ministry's outreach particularly aiding families fleeing from conflict zones near the border Heart for Lebanon aims to provide basic necessities and spiritual guidance to families in Lebanon Recent fighting has increased the demand for their services with many families seeking refuge and assistance WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MAJOR CRISIS SITUATIONS IN LEBANON AND HOW DOES THIS CREATE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR [... more]