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]

You raised them prayed for them and tried to get it right So when your grown child walks away from your values or your faith why does it feel like your failure Author Jim Burns tackles parent guilt the endless if onlys and the urge to fix what you can't control Join Dave and Ann Wilson on FamilyLife Today for a conversation about loving adult kids when their choices break your heart Show Notes and Resources Jim Burns' book When Your Adult Child Strays Trading Heartache for Hope Jim Burns' book Doing Life with Your Adult Children Keep Your Mouth [... more]

What was Jesus doing before Bethlehem In the Old Testament the Angel of the Lord appeared to Abraham Moses and Hagar In this message Pastor Lutzer discusses five ministries of the Angel of the Lord and how they apply to us The Christ of Christmas was at work long before the manger This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives [... more]

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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]

Have you ever found yourself thinking of prayer as something you should do rather than something you genuinely look forward to In this encouraging episode Dr James Banks and host Robby Dilmore explore how prayer is meant to be a source of joy delight and relationship not merely another spiritual responsibility Drawing from Scripture and personal stories he shares how God often reveals His presence in simple unexpected moments inviting us to enjoy time with Him instead of treating prayer like a task to complete Along the way you'll hear a heartfelt conversation about experiencing God's playfulness persevering through seasons [... more]

Ready to grow your wealth with confidence Let's talk ' http www meetwithrosewood com - - Does retirement mean it's time to drop your life insurance John and Jake take a practical case-by-case look at how coverage may help replace lost income support loved ones or provide liquidity for an estate They explain why the right amount and whether you need coverage at all depends on your goals finances and family's needs Before you cancel that policy tune in to see what it may still be doing for you Here's what we discuss in this episode Life Insurance Bias Why [... more]

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]

Angels know a lot but some things still surprise them Imagine what it was like for Gabriel to announce that God was coming in the flesh In this message Pastor Lutzer shows how angels marvel at God's own humility and His grace What would change if we worshiped God the way angels do This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of [... more]

Have you ever felt abandoned by God When your prayers go unanswered and your problems only seem to grow worse In this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro explores the promises of God and the incredible truth that God is always with us If you've ever felt alone or struggled with doubt or despair this message is for you [... more]

Originally aired as part of a previous broadcast this episode is worth revisiting for its timeless message on authentic relationships and the healing power of God What does true intimacy really look like While many people associate intimacy with romance this conversation explores a much deeper meaning being genuinely known understood and connected with both God and others The guys share honest personal stories about father-son relationships emotional barriers and the impact that meaningful friendships with other men can have on our spiritual journey Through transparency humor and biblical insight they discuss how God often uses trusted relationships to bring [... more]

Have you ever heard the term carnal Christian Many believe this refers to a Christian who after being saved turns back to the lower sins of the flesh lasciviousness promiscuousness adultery homosexuality and so forth Well they are carnal but the term as Dr Hinnant explains in this episode means much more To us many carnal Christians appear to be fine Christians But Christ is not pleased with them because they are still walking in their former unchristlike attitudes Corinthians - underdeveloped in spiritual growth Hebrews unable to live in true deep Christlike peace Romans - and are being guided [... more]

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]

How much do angels know about God's plan Gabriel's announcement to Mary gives us a glimpse behind the scenes into just how much angels play a part in God's plan In this message from Luke Pastor Lutzer shares insights on how angels learn and what they know Angels saw Christ high and lifted up so imagine their wonder at the manger This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories at just years old Taylor Dooley became a familiar face to millions of children when she starred as Lava Girl in The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl But behind the excitement of Hollywood came an endless cycle of auditions rejection and the mounting pressures of growing up in the movie business Watching their daughter struggle Taylor's parents made a decision she couldn't understand at the time They pulled her out of acting and sent her back to an ordinary high school bringing her Hollywood career to an abrupt halt Fifteen years later Taylor [... more]

In a culture fascinated by the spiritual world discernment matters more than ever Gabriel made it clear that he was sent by God and had stood in His presence In this message Pastor Lutzer gives not only three tests of a true angel but also three cautions How do we know if an angel is sent by God or not This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring [... more]

Steelers DT Cam Heyward and Rich break down Pittsburgh's pivotal Week win over their AFC North rival Browns reveals his parting words for Cleveland DE Jared Verse who was held without a tackle after a week of much-publicized trash talking reveals who's the teams true MVP through games why Aaron Rodgers is not satisfied with their - record says why the NFL needs a running clock for blowout games and says why he thinks Mike Tomlin's coaching days are done for good Actor Rex Linn joins Rich in-studio to promote the new season of Owen Wilson's Apple TV golf comedy [... more]

What does it mean to live life wholeheartedly And how do you build meaningful lasting relationships while keeping God at the center of everything you do On this episode of Q A with Koloff Nikita Koloff welcomes special guest Robby Dillmore host of The Christian Car Guy Show for an engaging conversation about faith personal transformation biblical manhood and the importance of intentional relationships Robbie shares how Man Camp profoundly impacted his life not only spiritually but physically emotionally financially and in his marriage He opens up about his journey of transformation the power of pursuing God's heart and the [... more]

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]

On this episode of Our American Stories Tony Maglica was born in New York but spent much of his childhood in Croatia where World War II brought foreign occupation hunger and the constant threat of violence When he returned to the United States in he arrived with little money a limited command of English and no clear path forward He took whatever work he could find eventually discovering a gift for machining that carried him from New York to Colorado and finally California There with just in savings and a determination to work for himself he opened a small machine [... more]

Many people believe angels are real leading them to seek spiritual experiences But when the angel Gabriel appeared to Zechariah fear fell on him In this message from Luke Pastor Lutzer gives three reasons why angels are so popular and how they serve God Not every friendly angel comes from heaven This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives Erwin [... more]

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]

You read your Bible You pray You try harder So why do you still feel spiritually stuck If you're wondering how to grow spiritually pastor and author Dane Ortlund joins Dave and Ann Wilson on FamilyLife Today to challenge our instinct to pile on more effort What if real change isn't about doing more but going deeper into what you already have in Christ Show Notes and Resources Deeper Real Change for Real Sinners by Dane Ortlund Deeper Study Guide by Dane Ortlund Thanks to the Christian Standard Bible for sponsoring this episode Learn more at CSBible com Follow us [... more]

Deep down we all long for a world where justice finally wins Scripture reveals Christ will reign from Jerusalem for a thousand years In this message from Revelation Pastor Lutzer describes the coming kingdom and the final judgment When the fire of God's wrath comes where will we turn for protection This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives Erwin [... more]

Luke Burbank explores the growing list of unexplained extraterrestrial visits that have captivated the nation and sets out to see if there is actually life out there Lee Cowan looks at the life and career of actor James Stewart now profiled in the biographical drama Jimmy soon hitting theaters Robert Costa reports on the much-discussed and critical upcoming midterm election in Texas [... more]

God has given every believer spiritual gifts to serve others and build the church Pastor Greg Laurie explores gifts like encouragement leadership giving and teaching showing us how to discover our gifts and use them to help others grow in faith Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism our mission of over years Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie including daily devotionals and blogs designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ Support the show https bit ly anbsupportSee omnystudio [... more]

What if the Bible could legally return to America's public schools What does the Constitution actually say about teaching Scripture in the classroom and why has biblical literacy become such an important conversation for America's future In this powerful episode of Truth Talk we sit down with Rick Green of Patriot Academy and Richard Scurry to discuss the growing movement to bring Bible education back into public schools through legally permissible Bible literacy courses [... more]

Prayer isn't a burden to carry it's an invitation to experience the heart of God In this encouraging episode of Encouraging Prayer Dr James Banks and his co-host explore the life-changing truth that prayer is something we get to do not something we have to do Together they discuss how God created us for a loving relationship with Him why so many believers struggle to approach prayer with joy and how Jesus has removed every barrier that keeps us from coming confidently into God's presence Drawing from Scripture personal stories and practical encouragement this conversation reminds listeners that prayer is [... more]

In this episode of Finishing Well certified financial planner and bestselling author Hans Scheil and Host Robby Dilmore explores an innovative and alternative approach to securing long-term care protection funding through annuities Highlighting that many individuals find themselves unable to qualify for traditional long-term care insurance due to sudden health events or strict medical underwriting Scheil introduces a solution that offers a much more flexible path forward Listeners will gain practical insights into how long-term care annuities utilize simplified health statements rather than invasive underwriting making coverage accessible even for individuals managing conditions such as diabetes heart disease stroke cancer [... more]

Nancy Pelosi rips Abdul El-Sayed and says his views on Israel are more than concerning White House Congressional Communications Director Charyssa Parent joins us ahead of Tuesday's midterms on the strong GDP numbers higher wages low crime a secured border and their final message to voters Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible HumanNhttps Humann com DanaBuy Two Bags of SuperBeets Heart Chews Advanced with COQ and get a third bag free Patriot Mobilehttp PatriotMobile com DANAMake the switch to Patriot Mobile Visit online or call -PATRIOT and use promo code DANAFRIDAY for a Free [... more]

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Ready to grow your wealth with confidence Let's talk ' http www meetwithrosewood com - - Plenty of retirees reach a point where they don't care much about growth anymore They just don't want to lose what they've spent or years building Is that foolish John doesn't think so When a team is up by nine late in the game nobody calls a deep pass They line up in victory formation and protect the ball But taking a knee too early is its own mistake John explains why the right time to pull back isn't about your age or even [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Louis Prima never seemed to play a song so much as throw a party It was a style he came by naturally growing up among the Sicilian families brass bands and jazz funerals of New Orleans with the sound of Louis Armstrong's trumpet ringing in his ears By the s Prima had taken that New Orleans spirit to the nightclubs of New York's nd Street He blew his horn cracked jokes worked the crowd and wrote a song called Sing Sing Sing that would become one of the defining hits of the swing [... more]

Someday someone else will steward the resources God has entrusted to you But will they be prepared for that responsibility Many families devote considerable time and attention to estate planning They establish wills create trusts and develop strategies to transfer assets efficiently Those are important steps but they address only part of the challenge Preparing the next steward involves more than preparing an inheritance It involves preparing the person who will receive it David Wills President Emeritus of the National Christian Foundation NCF and a contributor to FaithFi's newest Field Guide How Do I Prepare the Next Steward joined the [... more]

The successful Christian life doesn't happen by accident It takes focus and effort Salvation is a free gift but Christian growth involves some work and sacrifice on our part And today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie continues his series in John called The Seven Signs of Jesus We'll learn how to map out a plan to keep us moving full speed in the right direction If you've had a few stumbles and sputters in your walk with the Lord this is a great opportunity to knuckle down and buckle up Become a Harvest Partner today and join us [... more]

Everyone wants to know how the story ends especially when evil seems to be winning Near Nazareth the world's armies will gather for the final battle Armageddon In this message Pastor Lutzer explains how Christ's return will end earth's last war Satan would rather rule in hell than serve in heaven but what if hell has no kings This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https rtwoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Running To Win exists to bring glory to [... more]

The doctrine of justification profoundly shapes the way we view our relationship with God and our approach to the Christian life Today Michael Reeves describes the immense joy that this biblical truth should bring Download Michael Reeves' video teaching series Reformation Truths plus the digital study guide with your donation https gift renewingyourmind org Meet Today's Teacher Michael Reeves is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and president and professor of theology at Union School of Theology in Wales Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries Explore all of our podcasts https www ligonier org podcasts [... more]

The Israel election comes under scrutiny as pushes to investigate foreign influence comes into play White House Deputy Press Secretary Taylor Rogers joins to chat all things Midterms to highlight the Trump Administration's gains American energy the Alaska ballot scandal more Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible HumanNhttps Humann com DanaBuy Two Bags of SuperBeets Heart Chews Advanced with COQ and get a third bag free Patriot Mobilehttp PatriotMobile com DANAMake the switch to Patriot Mobile Visit online or call -PATRIOT and use promo code DANAFRIDAY for a Free G SmartPhone plus TWO months [... more]

Obama's FBI found evidence Ilhan Omar entered a sham marriage with her suspected brother Did he purposefully stall on the case so the statute of limitations would expire Democrats in Alaska recruited a candidate named Dan Sullivan to run against incumbent GOP Senator Dan S Sullivan in an effort to confuse voters and peel votes from him The View calls the fake Dan Sullivan trick a shady tactic Newt Gingrich joins us to share why he is optimistic of the future of America's golden age to dispel the youth's obsession with Socialism and to put Trump's legacy into historical perspective [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories James Smithson was born into wealth but denied a name As the illegitimate son of the Duke of Northumberland he spent his life pursuing science instead of status studying minerals and publishing quietly across Europe In his will Smithson made a choice no one expected he left his fortune to the United States a nation he had never visited with the condition that it be used to increase and diffuse knowledge That gift created the Smithsonian Institution a collection that would grow into the world's largest museum complex Wyatt Hensley a history education [... more]