Solomon's poem in Ecclesiastes reveals life's many seasons, moments of joy and grief, and God's orchestration of every moment. Understanding God's hand in life's journey is crucial, and trusting His timing and plan brings purpose and peace. [... more]

The prophet Habakkuk struggles with God's apparent inaction in the face of wickedness, leading to a mystery of faith. Rich Powell explores how our understanding of God's character and sovereignty can be tested by life's circumstances, and how scripture reveals God's care and involvement in our lives. [... more]

Rob West explores the parable of the rich fool, discussing what it means to be rich toward God with guest Chad Clark. They also delve into the benefits of donor-advised funds and offer advice on managing finances, including the importance of tax-free growth in Roth IRAs and the potential drawbacks of using savings for car loans. [... more]

Determining your intended retirement age and creating a pre-retirement checklist are crucial steps in planning for a secure financial future. Mark Biller, executive editor at Soundmind Investing, shares his expertise on setting realistic retirement dates, estimating retirement budgets, and managing debt. He also emphasizes the importance of considering living arrangements and guaranteed income in retirement planning. [... more]

Living as practical atheists, we often overlook the unpredictability and brevity of life, presuming we have control over our plans and outcomes. James reminds us to submit to God's will and live in accordance with His plan, verbalizing our submission and mobilizing our agreement to His will. [... more]

Practical atheists live and think without giving serious thought to God's word, making decisions without seeking His counsel, and ignoring the unpredictability of life, which is entirely fleeting and unpredictable, and can change in an instant, reminding us to use our time for God's glory. [... more]

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a reevaluation of life's priorities, highlighting the unpredictability of life, the powerlessness of money, and the importance of repentance. Pastor Erwin Lutzer explores these themes in his book Pandemics, Plagues, and Natural Disasters, discussing how natural disasters can be a preview of the worst that is still to come, and how God's judgment is already present in the world, but also offers a way of escape. [... more]