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Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 13, 2026

The Life-Changing Generosity of Adoption & Foster Care with John & Megan Cortines

Sometimes becoming more generous means giving away less money That may sound contradictory especially when we often measure generosity by how much we give But biblical generosity is about far more than a percentage on a spreadsheet It involves surrendering everything God has entrusted to us including our money time homes relationships and even our plans for the future For John and Megan Cortines that lesson became deeply personal when their journey of financial generosity led them somewhere unexpected foster care and adoption Their story reminds us that generosity isn't simply about what we're willing to give away It's about [... more]

Words of Life

Salvation Army

November 12, 2026

Helping Veterans Find Hope and a New Beginning: LIVE RECORDING

In this special bonus episode of Words of Life recorded live on Veterans Day we sit down with Major Thomas McWilliams Metro Atlanta Area Commander for The Salvation Army to explore the organization's ongoing commitment to serving those who have served our country Major McWilliams shares the story behind Atlanta's Center of Hope a facility providing veterans experiencing homelessness with more than just a place to stay Through dedicated veteran housing individualized support and assistance navigating VA benefits the program helps veterans regain stability dignity and a path toward self-sufficiency You'll also hear the remarkable story of Mr Lemon a [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 12, 2026

What Are You Passing Forward? with Ron Blue

In a relay race runners don't leave the baton behind They pass it forward to someone prepared to carry it Shouldn't we think about inheritance the same way When we consider leaving an inheritance we naturally focus on the financial resources we'll pass along But an inheritance involves more than transferring money or possessions It also involves preparing the people who will receive them Proverbs reminds us How much better to get wisdom than gold To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver Ron Blue founder of Kingdom Advisors and Blue Trust and a pioneer in Christian financial [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

November 11, 2026

Veterans Day, Friendly Fire, and Learning to Carry One Another's Burdens

On this Veterans Day edition of Truth Talk Live host Peter Rosenberger honors the men and women who have served in the United States military and reflects on the sacrifices veterans and their families continue to make long after the uniform comes off Peter shares a powerful story from his wife Gracie's visits to wounded soldiers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center As a double amputee herself Gracie connected with a wounded soldier who was struggling with the loss of his leg reminding him that he wasn't the only amputee in the room The story leads Peter to explore [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 11, 2026

How We Make Money Matters with Robin John

Faithful stewardship begins long before we decide how much to give It starts with how we earn save invest and use the resources God has entrusted to us Nearly years ago theologian John Wesley preached a sermon titled The Use of Money offering Christians a framework for managing their finances Make all you can save all you can and give all you can At first glance those three principles might seem like separate financial goals But Wesley intended something far more comprehensive He believed that every aspect of our financial lives should reflect our love for God and neighbor Robin [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 10, 2026

Banking as a Discipleship Tool for Gen Z and Young Adults with Aaron Caid

Financial literacy matters but for Christians knowing how money works is only the beginning True financial wisdom involves understanding not just how to manage money but why we manage it and whom we're ultimately serving For Gen Z and young adults developing healthy financial habits can lay the foundation for a lifetime of faithful stewardship And even something as ordinary as choosing where to bank can become an opportunity to put biblical values into practice Aaron Caid Chief Marketing Officer at AdelFi Christian Banking shares how parents families and financial institutions can help the next generation develop a biblical perspective [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 10, 2026

The Hard and Holy Calling to Adoption

Chaplain Ted Stackpole shares his family's journey of welcoming six adopted children into their home He compares fostering to a mission field encouraging believers to consider foster care and adoption He also acknowledges the importance of supporting families who have adopted or fostered Get Open When Parenting Through Foster and Adoption free with your gift Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family Leave a message for Jim Daly If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly please give us your feedback [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 09, 2026

Redeeming Your Goals with Jordan Raynor

Setting goals can be a wise and worthwhile pursuit Whether we're building a career saving for retirement improving our health or investing in our families goals help us live with purpose and intentionality But how do we pursue our ambitions without allowing success to define us Proverbs reminds us The heart of man plans his way but the LORD establishes his steps God never intended for our accomplishments to become the measure of our worth Our identity is secure in Christ not in what we achieve That means we can dream boldly plan wisely and work faithfully while trusting God [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

November 09, 2026

Killing Sparrows for Shoes? One Family’s Story from the Great Depression

On this episode of Our American Stories during the Great Depression millions of Americans faced hunger unemployment and poverty Families across the United States found inventive ways to survive when jobs disappeared and banks failed In Iowa one family turned to canning corn repairing old shoes and biking from farm to farm to kill sparrows a job that paid just enough to get by Our regular contributor Joy Neal Kidney shares a Depression-era story passed down through her family offering a glimpse into what life was like in the s Be sure to check out Joy's great book Leora's Dexter [... more]

Truth Talk

Stu Epperson

November 07, 2026

Pray for Sudan!

In this powerful and eye-opening episode Stu sits down with Brad Phillips and Matt Chaney of the Persecution Project Foundation to shine a light on the devastating humanitarian crisis unfolding in Sudan particularly in the Nuba Mountains While much of the world looks elsewhere millions of people are suffering Christian communities are facing persecution families are being displaced and children are struggling to survive [... more]

Outlaw Lawyer

Josh Whitaker & Joe Hamer

November 07, 2026

Does Your Will Still Cover the Family You Have Today?

A growing family can leave an old estate plan behind Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer join Morgan Patrick to discuss children born after a will is signed estate administration and the trust decisions families need to consider under North Carolina law Call - - to ask about a complimentary consultation Judica County with Joshua Whitaker Joseph Hamer This program discusses North Carolina law in general terms and does not provide legal advice An attorney licensed in your state must review the facts of your situation before providing legal advice See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 06, 2026

Giving Circles: The Collaborative Power of Shared Generosity with Lacie Stevens

Generosity is often something we practice on our own We identify a need support a ministry or give to a cause we care about But what happens when we invite others to join us Giving circles offer a way to make generosity more collaborative relational and joyful When believers come together with a shared purpose their collective giving can make a meaningful difference not only in the lives of those receiving support but also in the hearts of those giving Lacie Stevens Senior Partner at Generous Giving has seen this firsthand After spending more than two decades as a financial [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 06, 2026

Understanding God's Heart for Stepfamilies (Part 2 of 2)

Stepfamily life comes with unique challenges and Laura Petherbridge understands them firsthand as both a stepdaughter and a stepmom She addresses common questions about co-parenting step-siblings and what blending really looks like in everyday life Drawing on her one-of-a-kind resource Stepfamilies of the Bible Laura shares timeless wisdom to encourage and equip your unique family Get Stepfamilies of the Bible free with your gift Overcome Common Challenges in Blended Families -- Join Smart Stepfamilies founder Ron Deal for this series of seven short videos He'll offer insightful practical tips to help you and your loved ones experience harmony in your [... more]

Clearview Today

Abidan Shah

November 05, 2026

Salvation Is Free. So Why Does Following Jesus Cost So Much?

Salvation is a free gift but following Jesus will cost us everything we have Have we really counted the cost Let's walk through Luke where Jesus turns to a great crowd and tells them what it takes to be his disciple and look at what he means by hating our families We also hear what the tower builder and the king going to war teach us about finishing what we start Salvation Is Free Discipleship Isn't Why Were the Crowds Following Jesus Does Jesus Really Want Us to Hate Our Families When Following Jesus Means Leaving Family What Is Holding [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 05, 2026

Are We Asking the Right Questions About Investing? with Aimee Minnich

When Christians think about faithful stewardship generosity often comes to mind first We ask how much we should give where our gifts should go and how we can use our resources to bless others But what about the money we don't give away Faithful stewardship extends beyond charitable donations It includes our savings investments businesses and everything else God has entrusted to our care And that raises an important question How can we use all of our resources not just what we give to advance God's purposes Aimee Minnich Co-Founder Chief Impact Officer and General Counsel of the Impact Foundation [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 05, 2026

Understanding God's Heart for Stepfamilies (Part 1 of 2)

Family Policy Matters

NC Family Policy

November 04, 2026

Drugs, Crime, and the Impact on Families (with Mitch Prosser and Adamo Manfra)

This week on Family Policy Matters NC Family's Mitch Prosser and Adamo Manfra explore the relationship between drugs crime human dignity and the moral foundations of law [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

November 03, 2026

The Time FDR Tried to Change the Date of Thanksgiving

On this episode of Our American Stories most Americans grew up thinking Thanksgiving had always fallen on the same Thursday in November In Lincoln's time it was set on the last Thursday of November and that practice settled in for generations Then Franklin D Roosevelt shifted the holiday earlier hoping a longer shopping season would lift a struggling Depression-era economy The change split the country with some governors following FDR and others keeping the old date For a few years families marked Thanksgiving on different Thursdays depending on where they lived Melanie Kirkpatrick walks us through why FDR and Thanksgiving [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 03, 2026

Navigating the Storms of Life with Howard Dayton

Jesus never promised us a life without trouble In John He tells His disciples In the world you will have tribulation But take heart I have overcome the world Those words remind us that difficulty is an unavoidable part of life but we never have to face it alone Whether we're navigating financial uncertainty a family crisis or an unexpected loss God's presence and faithfulness remain constant Howard Dayton author teacher and founder of Compass Financial Ministry has spent decades helping Christians apply biblical wisdom to their finances In his book Your Money Counts he explores an important question How [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 02, 2026

Using Your Investments to Fuel Generosity with Brian Mumbert

Your investments can do more than grow your portfolio They can also create meaningful opportunities to bless others and support the work of God's Kingdom As the end of the year approaches many Christians begin thinking about charitable giving But generosity doesn't have to come exclusively from a checking or savings account Your investment portfolio may offer additional ways to give sometimes with valuable tax advantages Brian Mumbert President and CEO of Timothy Plan a pioneer in the world of faith-based investing joined the show today to discuss how Christians can incorporate generosity into their investment strategies Generosity Begins With [... more]