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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 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]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

October 20, 2026

Reforming Soteriology

The reality of sin is something we must face Yet John Calvin was convinced the church wasn't addressing it clearly enough Today W Robert Godfrey discusses how a biblical understanding of sin and salvation changes our lives Download W Robert Godfrey's video teaching series The Necessity of Reforming the Church plus the digital study guide with your donation https gift renewingyourmind org Meet Today's Teacher W Robert Godfrey is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and chairman of Ligonier Ministries He is president emeritus and professor emeritus of church history at Westminster Seminary California Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 16, 2026

Defined by Christ, Not Wealth

Money can tell you how much you have but it makes a terrible answer to the question Who am I Wealth is a gift to steward but it was never meant to become our identity Yet in a culture that often measures success by income possessions and financial security it's easy to begin defining ourselves by what we have or what we lack Scripture offers a different perspective In fact some of Jesus' most memorable teachings about wealth reveal what happens when possessions become central to a person's identity When Wealth Becomes Your IdentityHave you ever noticed how Scripture describes [... more]

Finding Purpose

Russ Andrews

October 14, 2026

Ep.40 Israel's Vulnerability! - Hosea- Week 10

In this message Russ Andrews explores Hosea and the sobering consequences of turning away from God Through the example of ancient Israel he examines how we can abuse God's grace deceive ourselves about our sin and lose our reverence for His holiness and authority Discover three important biblical truths the nature of sin the reality of God's judgment and our urgent need for repentance Russ explains how misplaced trust in wealth success personal desires and other idols can draw our hearts away from God Yet even in the midst of judgment God extends His mercy and calls us to return [... more]

It's Time to Man Up!

Nikita Koloff

October 06, 2026

Overcoming Trauma, Changing Your Mindset & Finding Healing | Q&A with Erin Hitch

In this powerful episode of Q A with Koloff Nikita sits down with Erin Hitch of Douglasville Georgia for an honest and inspiring conversation about marriage faith health forgiveness and overcoming the wounds of the past Erin shares the noticeable transformation she witnessed in her husband Matthew after attending Man Camp including how he became more intentional about prayer making God-centered decisions and leading his family She also opens up about their family's health journey and the changes they've experienced along the way But the heart of this episode comes when Erin asks a deeply personal question How do you [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 01, 2026

Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life (Part 1 of 2)

What causes believers to feel distant from God In this conversation Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving doubting and disconnected Sharing from his new book The Life You Were Reborn to Live Gary invites us to exchange falsehoods for the rich soul-satisfying relationship God designed us to enjoy Get The Life You Were Reborn to Live Learn how to connect with God every day -- Pastor John Burke author of Soul Revolution will show you how to remember God's presence throughout the day and pursue His will in each moment It's simple doesn't take [... more]

Real Life Radio

Jack Hibbs

September 30, 2026

We Have Been Chosen In Christ - 1B

Today Pastor Jack teaches that God chose us but He also gave us the ability to decide for ourselves what to believe Love isn't real unless it's chosen and it's why God desires a true relationship with us not a programmed response but one that comes from a willing heart [... more]

In Touch

Charles Stanley

September 29, 2026

Learning to Live with Frustrations - Part 1

Discover the biblical principles that teach us how to think about unmet goals and unfulfilled desires Donate https store intouch org donate generalSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

September 24, 2026

The Passionate Pursuit of Excellence (2 Peter 1:5a)

Share a commentPoliticians love to talk about values especially in an election year but that word can hide a problem what we value is not always virtuous and what feels right can quietly be deadly We start with a simple reframe that cuts through the noise The biggest question isn't how long you're going to live It's how you're going to live and whether your life is actually meaningful We open Peter and treat Peter's list like a divinely designed supplement program for spiritual growth faith supplemented with virtue knowledge self-control steadfastness godliness brotherly affection and love Then we slow [... more]

Finding Purpose

Russ Andrews

September 23, 2026

Ep.37 Godless Leadership! - Hosea- Week 7

In this episode of Finding Purpose Russ Andrews takes us through Hosea and examines four powerful pictures of Israel's sinful rebellion a heated oven a half-cooked pancake a silly dove and a treacherous bow Through these images we're reminded that God sees our sin calls His people to repentance and desires faithfulness rather than compromise with the culture around us Russ challenges believers to stop focusing only on the problems out there and instead examine their own hearts walk in obedience and live as a faithful witness for Christ He also shares the hope of the Gospel calling those who [... more]

If Not For God

Mike Zwick

September 21, 2026

Stewardship in the Marketplace: How Your Work Can Honor God | David Belk

In this episode of If Not For God Mike Zwick sits down with David Belk a Certified Financial Planner Certified Kingdom Advisor and Certified Exit Planner to discuss biblical stewardship in the marketplace Stewardship isn't just about how we handle our money It includes how we approach our work relationships time finances employees and opportunities David explains why Christians should view their jobs not simply as employment but as an opportunity to serve the Lord through excellence integrity generosity and a Christ-centered attitude [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 18, 2026

The Significance Pyramid with Scott Highmark

What if financial success isn't the destination but simply the foundation for something greater We spend a great deal of time thinking about how to earn save invest and manage money wisely Those things matter Faithful stewardship requires care and wisdom with what God has entrusted to us But what happens when you've done many of those things well and still find yourself wondering Is there something more Scott Highmark President and Co-Founder of Mosaic Wealth a Certified Kingdom Advisor and author of The Significance Pyramid Climb Beyond Success to Find Lasting Significance believes there is His Significance Pyramid offers [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

September 17, 2026

Living The Enoch Lifestyle: From Fellowship to Translation

Living the Enoch Lifestyle From Fellowship to Translation Until He Comes What does it truly mean to walk with God in an increasingly chaotic world In this compelling episode of Until He Comes Dr Greg Hinnant dives deep into the Old Testament account of Enoch Genesis to reveal the heart of a true worshipping believer Enoch didn't just exist in his generation he walked so intimately with the Almighty that God simply translated him to heaven Drawing powerful parallels to the early Gentile church in Antioch Acts Dr Hinnant illustrates how ministering to the Lord through sincere worship prayer and [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 16, 2026

What the Early Church Can Teach Us About Generosity with Dr. Darrell Bock

There was not a needy person among them That remarkable statement in Acts describes the early church's generosity The first Christians freely shared what God had entrusted to them so their community's needs were met Their example can sound almost foreign in a culture that prizes independence and personal ownership But according to Dr Darrell Bock Senior Research Professor of New Testament Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary DTS the generosity we see in Acts reflects something much deeper than a particular financial system It reveals what happens when people begin to see themselves their possessions and one another differently because [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 14, 2026

Building Healthy Money Habits While Raising Kids with Crystal Paine

Money stress rarely stays confined to a spreadsheet It can shape a home's atmosphere affect a marriage and influence how children think about money long after they've grown up That's one reason Crystal Paine creator of MoneySavingMom com and author of The Seven Habits of Financially Healthy Women believes financial health is about far more than simply earning more or getting all the numbers right In fact when Crystal surveyed women about their relationship with money one theme surfaced again and again fear Financial stress often left women feeling isolated ashamed or worried about whether they were doing enough for [... more]

Living on the Edge

Chip Ingram

September 14, 2026

Understanding the Global Youth Culture

Why does the next generation seem so radically different and why are traditional church approaches falling flat Aaron Pierce takes you behind the scenes of today's global youth culture to expose the hidden forces shaping how our kids and grandkids think From the illusion of my truth to the silent epidemic of loneliness this conversation reveals the deep emotional undercurrents driving their skepticism If you want to understand the heartbeat of today's youth and uncover the unexpected desires they are secretly longing to fulfill you cannot afford to miss this ResourcesSpecial OffersConnect - - WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookYouTubePartner With UsDonate Online [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

September 12, 2026

What Is A Healthy Church with Pastor Andrew Hopper

On this episode of Truth Talk Live Pastor Andrew Hopper of Mercy Hill Church shares an encouraging perspective on the local church and what God is doing through churches today He discusses the importance of gospel-centered preaching biblical leadership missions and investing in the next generation while challenging believers to stop criticizing the church and become part of a healthy local church Pastor Andrew also shares about his book Chosen which explores the biblical motivation behind adoption and foster care and encourages pastors to find their identity in Christ rather than ministry success [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

September 10, 2026

The Predicament of Worldliness

You can't have an intimate relationship with God while giving your heart to the world Dr Tony Evans explores the danger of divided loyalties and explains how worldly desires can interfere with our spiritual lives and keep our relationship with God from being where it belongs [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

September 10, 2026

Back to School Starts with a Pair of Shoes with Shawn Spurrier

For millions of vulnerable children around the world a pair of shoes can mean far more than having something new to wear It can mean the difference between going to school and staying home between greater protection from disease and continued exposure and even between feeling forgotten and knowing someone cares That's why FaithFi is partnering with Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls throughout September a ministry of Buckner International to help provide new shoes and socks to children in need around the world Shawn Spurrier Director of Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls joined the show today to explain why something [... more]