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Finishing Well

Hans Scheil

March 21, 2026

Investment strategy in retirement involves diversification and understanding the differences between equities and fixed income. Financial planning is crucial to predict future outcomes and prepare for potential disasters. Investment management involves choosing the right ETFs and considering factors such as quality, value, and size to minimize risk. As people age, their ability to absorb risk and recover from losses decreases, so investment strategies should be tailored to their individual needs and risk tolerance. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

March 12, 2026

Our Ultimate Treasure: A Thankful Approach to Taxes

Believers can reframe their view of taxes as evidence of God's provision, rather than just an interruption to their finances. This mindset shift can lead to gratitude, humility, and trust in God's sovereignty. Christians can also apply biblical wisdom to their financial decisions, such as prioritizing integrity and honesty in their financial dealings. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

February 11, 2026

Renting vs. Homeownership: What You Need to Know

First-time homebuyers often face common misunderstandings around home ownership, including the cost of getting into a home, rising rent, and the fear of waiting too long. It's essential to take a clear-eyed look at the true costs of moving from renting into home ownership and to approach the transition with wisdom and patience. A home should fit one's current season of life and support responsibilities and priorities, not stretch finances or limit the ability to live and give faithfully. [... more]

Hope for the Caregiver

Peter Rosenberger

February 10, 2026

When Nothing Can Be Fixed

A caregiver shares their 40-year journey of caring for their wife, navigating the challenges of caregiving, and finding comfort and hope in their faith. They discuss the importance of surrounding oneself with healthy, positive individuals and the need to respect one's own trauma. They also share hymns and scriptures that have been a source of comfort and strength for them, and encourage listeners to find solace in the Word of God. [... more]

Finishing Well

Hans Scheil

January 03, 2026

How is Social Security Financed? How Can We Fix It?

Social Security is a closed system with a $2.7 trillion trust fund, financed through payroll taxes, interest on the trust fund, and taxation of benefits. The system's shortfall can be addressed by increasing the payroll tax, raising the retirement age, or a combination of these solutions. [... more]

Hope for the Caregiver

Peter Rosenberger

December 27, 2025

A Life Worth Living

A family's extraordinary story of love, acceptance, and resilience in the face of a child's severe disabilities, and how their experiences have shaped their lives and relationships. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

December 25, 2025

How a Chicago Janitor Wrote a Hallmark Christmas Movie

On this episode of Our American Stories before Christmas Under the Stars became a Hallmark Channel staple it was a quiet story written by a Chicago-area janitor By day Rikk Dunlap fixed leaky faucets and gym bleachers By night he wrote fiction never expecting one of his midnight works to become the hit it is now Rikk joins us to explain how one Christmas tree lot one unforgettable character and one quiet manuscript changed the course of everything for him Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Hope for the Caregiver

Peter Rosenberger

December 22, 2025

How Do You Know My Language?

When we speak to someone in their language, they feel connected. Peter Rosenberger shares his experiences as a caregiver and how speaking in a way that others can understand brings hope and comfort. He explores the concept of the 'language of the heart' and how it transcends suffering, isolation, and even sin. Through personal anecdotes and biblical references, Peter shows how God's love and presence can penetrate into the ultimate isolation, bringing comfort and hope to those who feel alone. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

December 16, 2025

Home Equity: The Most Overlooked Asset in Retirement Planning with Harlan Accola

Many retirees struggle with rising costs and limited income, yet often overlook their home equity as a valuable resource. A reverse mortgage can provide a safer, more flexible option to tap into this asset, eliminating mortgage payments and offering a guaranteed line of credit for future expenses. Additionally, setting up a 401k plan can be a great tool for small businesses, offering tax benefits and encouraging employees to save for their future. Effective financial planning and stewardship are crucial for a secure retirement, and understanding the options available can make a significant difference in achieving long-term financial goals. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

December 15, 2025

2025 Year-End Tax Tips with Kevin Cross

Charitable giving and tax planning are crucial during year-end, and understanding donor-advised funds and qualified charitable distributions can help individuals make the most of their donations. Financial stewardship and biblical wisdom are essential in managing money, and recognizing God as the owner of everything can lead to a more balanced approach to finances. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

December 05, 2025

How Spiritual Practices Can Transform Your Investing with Tim Macready

Investing can be a spiritual practice that aligns our portfolios and hearts with God's purposes. By adopting spiritual disciplines like gratitude, review, and repentance, investors can move from just analysis to discernment and invite God into their financial decisions. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

December 03, 2025

From Burnout to Biblical Rest with Carey Nieuwhof

Carrie Newhoff, pastor, speaker, and best-selling author, shares his journey from burnout to biblical rest, emphasizing the importance of managing energy rather than time, and delegating tasks to others when not at their best. He discusses how to prioritize tasks, set boundaries, and maintain a healthy work-life balance, highlighting the benefits of Sabbath and prehab in achieving rest and rejuvenation. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

November 26, 2025

The Time FDR Tried to Change the Date of Thanksgiving

President Abraham Lincoln issued the first Thanksgiving proclamation in 1863, but it wasn't until Franklin D. Roosevelt's attempt to change the date in 1939 that the holiday's tradition was put to the test. The decision sparked controversy, with many Americans opposing the change, and ultimately led to the establishment of Thanksgiving as a fixed date on the fourth Thursday of November. [... more]

The Todd Starnes Show

Todd Starnes

November 19, 2025

Sen. Brent Taylor joins us to EXPOSE the latest Nonsense coming out of the Democrats' playbook

The Memphis Safe Task Force, led by the National Guard, has seen significant crime reduction in the city, with over 2,700 arrests, 32,000 traffic stops, and 631 recovered firearms. Meanwhile, Senator Brett Taylor discusses the importance of supporting police officers and their families, and the benefits of fixed indexed annuities for retirement planning. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 12, 2025

Investing That Changes Culture with Brian Mumbert

Faith-based investing allows believers to engage the culture with an eternal impact, and biblical worldview influences financial decisions. A pioneer in faith-based investing shares how faith-based investing can shape the culture for good and advance God's purposes in the world, through generosity and supporting pro-life, pro-family causes. A certified kingdom advisor helps a caller with a deferred compensation plan and retirement planning, and discusses the importance of having a biblical approach to retirement. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 04, 2025

Budgeting on a Variable Income

Living with a variable income can be stressful, but God's Word offers timeless wisdom for managing finances. Building a plan around your lowest or average income, creating an income holding account, and distinguishing between fixed and flexible expenses can bring stability and peace. Remember, God is not unpredictable, and His provision is faithful. By integrating your faith and financial decisions, you can cultivate faithful stewardship and grow in generosity. [... more]

Hope for the Caregiver

Peter Rosenberger

October 28, 2025

What Comforts This Caregiver When Nothing Can Be Fixed?

Peter Rosenberger, a 40-year caregiver for his wife Gracie, shares his experiences and insights on navigating the challenges of caregiving, finding hope and comfort in faith, and building a supportive community through his ministry, Standing With Hope. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

October 22, 2025

The Other Side of the Gospel

The Bible reveals a coming judgment where God will declare the eternal verdict of unbelievers, revealing their rebellion against Him and the consequences of their idolatry. This judgment is for unbelievers only, and it is a place of eternal torment, where God's wrath will be poured out. The church should be clear about this truth, warning people of the coming judgment and the importance of repentance. Paul's message to the Athenians emphasizes the reality and terror of God's wrath, and the need for people to understand the stakes of eternal life or death. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 13, 2025

Tithing in the Bible: A Fresh Look at Christian Giving with John Cortines

The tithe, a long-standing practice in Christian stewardship, is often misunderstood and tied to guilt or division. John Cortinez, Director of Grantmaking at the McClellan Foundation, takes a fresh look at the ancient practice, examining the Old and New Testament references to the tithe and identifying five key principles that can inform giving today. He emphasizes the importance of giving to Christ as priest and king, giving faithfully to the local church, celebrating God's goodness, caring for the poor, and recognizing 10% as an ancient benchmark. [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 08, 2025

Breaking Free from Covetousness

Covetousness is a disordered desire that can poison our joy and drive us into unwise financial decisions. It's idolatry that dethrones God and puts possessions on the throne. The opposite of covetousness isn't deprivation, but contentment in Christ, which can be learned by trusting in God's abundance and practicing gratitude and generosity. [... more]