Stewardship isn't a one-time decision It's an ongoing way of life a cycle that begins with gratitude moves through faithful growth and leads to generosity Tim Tassopoulos Former President and Chief Operating Officer of Chick-fil-A has seen that cycle at work throughout his life and career During his decades with the company he helped shape a culture known not only for operational excellence but also for servant leadership hospitality and investing in people For Tassopoulos faithful stewardship starts with a foundational truth God owns it all That includes our finances but it extends much further Our abilities relationships opportunities time [... more]

A federal safety audit has found widespread non-compliance within the Charlotte area transportation system, citing serious deficiencies in how the agency manages safety risks, protects transit workers, and oversees rising violence across its system. Meanwhile, a state audit has revealed over $1 billion in lapsed salaries across North Carolina, with some agencies collecting funds for vacant positions for years. The state auditor recommends improving tracking and reporting of lapsed salaries, reducing administrative delays in the hiring process, and making state salaries more competitive with surrounding states. [... more]

A former US Senator is facing a lawsuit in North Carolina over allegations of alienating a married man's affections, while the University of North Carolina System President implements a new policy requiring instructors to post course descriptions and syllabi online to increase transparency. Meanwhile, a state audit reveals $1.04 billion in lapsed salaries across North Carolina, and the FBI captures a fugitive accused of murdering a Charlotte woman in 2016. [... more]

Christians are called to be generous, but must also be discerning in their giving. Ron Blue joins the show to discuss strategic giving, including questions to ask before supporting a ministry, such as leadership, growth, and accountability. The hosts also take calls from listeners, including one who struggles with variable income and another who wonders about giving to their church after receiving a large donation. [... more]

The crisis at the southern border continues to grow, with cartels taking operational control and human trafficking, sex trafficking, and drug cartels becoming major issues. Bipartisan legislation is being introduced to address the problem, but the Biden administration's response has been criticized for being inadequate. [... more]

A recent study reveals the characteristics of COVID-19 patients, including age, gender, and underlying health conditions. The University of North Carolina system faces scrutiny and criticism from higher education watchdogs. A federal electric vehicle tax credit is being used to subsidize wealthy Californians, rather than helping average Americans. North Carolina congressman Richard Hudson expresses disappointment with the direction of the police reform conversation. [... more]

The scientific method is a way of studying the natural world, but its application in the origins debate is often misunderstood. Creation scientists argue that the claims of historical science are not as well established as those from operational sciences, and that assumptions are often made about the past. Understanding the scientific method can help discern whether a claim is truly scientific or not, and that claims about the past, such as evolution, are not supported by empirical evidence. [... more]