Here's a straightforward and important question What's the real meaning of Christmas You might know the Christmas story front to back but do you know the most important aspect of the holiday Join John MacArthur as he sets your focus on where it should be as Christmas approaches He's continuing his timely study called The Real Meaning of Christmas Click the icon below to listen [... 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]

With all the shopping and entertainment and get-togethers and everything else that can distract from what's most important about Christmas how can you keep your focus where it should be John MacArthur will help you with that as he takes you back to the wonders of the very first Christmas Don't miss his series called The Real Meaning of Christmas Click the icon below to listen [... more]

Owning rental property is a little like ordering pizza with anchovies It might be just what you're looking for but it's certainly not for everyone Rental real estate can be a valuable investment providing additional income and the potential for long-term appreciation But unlike owning stocks or mutual funds rental property requires ongoing attention financial resources and a willingness to handle unexpected challenges Before becoming a landlord it's important to understand both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with owning rental property The Benefits of Owning Rental PropertyThere are several reasons why rental real estate appeals to investors A Steady [... more]

As children of God it's important to engage in frequent conversations with our Heavenly Father But what exactly is the purpose of prayer What do we say And what should be our highest priority Dr Robert Jeffress teaches how to use the Lord's Prayer as a foundation for all our prayers and petitions Get Free Resources from Pathway to Victory https resources ptv org youtube utm campaign youtube nna utm medium social utm source youtube utm content podcast Support Pathway to Victory https secure ptv org support-pathway-to-victory [... more]

While writing her book The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Marriages Shaunti Feldhahn did a massive research study involving thousands of married couples Her follow-up interviews with hundreds of couples who had the happiest marriages revealed some simple attitudes and actions that can help your marriage today Get The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Marriages free with your gift Simple Habits for Marital Happiness -- Build a happy marriage with this free video series You'll learn four foundational fall in love habits how to overcome marital complacency how-to's for connecting through the day and more Get More Episode Resources Do [... more]

You decorate the house send greeting cards and find just the right gifts for those you love But in the flurry of activity of the holiday season how can you be sure you haven't left out something vital John MacArthur will help you focus on what's most important this Christmas in his study called The Real Meaning of Christmas Click the icon below to listen [... 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]

With Christmas approaching your schedule will no doubt fill up in the coming weeks And amid the busyness you may find it difficult to keep your eyes on what is most important about Christmas John MacArthur's series called The Real Meaning of Christmas can help you stay fixed on Christ in everything you do this season Click the icon below to listen [... 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]

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]

What should Christians think about Halloween Is it simply a fun holiday filled with costumes candy and community events or does its history raise important questions about faith fear and the spiritual world On this special Halloween episode of It's Time to Man Up Nikita Koloff welcomes back his good friend Robbie Dilmore host of The Christian Car Guy and pastor of Amazing Grace Church of Ramsour in North Carolina for a thoughtful and engaging conversation about Halloween and its place in the Christian community Together Nikita and Robbie explore Halloween's historical roots the connection to All Hallows' Eve and [... 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]

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]

You may know how your retirement investments are performing but do you know what they're actually supporting For many Christians stewardship shapes how we earn spend save and give Yet when it comes to investing we may not think much about the companies and industries represented in our portfolios Faith-based investing offers an opportunity to align those decisions more closely with our Christian convictions But what does that look like in practice Does investing according to your values mean sacrificing financial returns And can individual investors really make a difference Mark Regier Vice President of Stewardship Investing at Praxis Investment [... more]

When you think about leaving an inheritance you probably picture children or grandchildren But what if your next steward isn't a person at all For many Christians leaving a gift to a church ministry or nonprofit organization can be a meaningful way to extend their generosity beyond their lifetime But deciding where when and how to give deserves the same thoughtful preparation we would give to an individual heir Sharon Epps President of Kingdom Advisors and a contributor to FaithFi's new field guide How Do I Prepare the Next Steward joined us today to discuss how believers can make these [... more]

Losing a spouse changes almost everything Beyond the emotional weight of grief there are practical responsibilities that can suddenly feel overwhelming Bills still need to be paid accounts need attention and financial decisions that once seemed routine may now feel impossible For widows navigating those responsibilities can be especially difficult when grief affects their ability to think clearly make decisions and plan for the future Rachel Faulkner Brown understands this firsthand Widowed twice by the age of she has experienced profound loss financial mistakes and unexpected challenges Today as the Founder and Executive Director of Never Alone Widows she helps [... more]

We know prayer is a privilege We know prayer is powerful Prayer moves the hand that moves the world But what some don't realize is that God WANTS us to come to Him He welcomes our petitions He listens to our cries And prayer can make a difference even if we don't feel worthy for such an important role Today on A NEW BEGINNING Pastor Greg Laurie brings us insights on prayer straight from the Word of God It's good encouragement to be on speaking terms with our Heavenly Father Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing [... more]

When you read Scripture do you think about how it applies to you Practical applications are important but not the best place to begin On Truth For Life Alistair Begg teaches where you should focus first It'll change your perspective on everything else ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series A Study in Timothy Volume ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount In one of the most famous sermons ever preached Jesus explains that the [... more]

Money can be a wonderful servant or a terrible master It touches nearly every part of our lives influencing our decisions shaping our priorities and often revealing what matters most to us But have you ever wondered why the Bible has so much to say about it According to bestselling author Randy Alcorn Founder and Director of Eternal Perspective Ministries the answer has less to do with money itself and more to do with what money reveals about our hearts On today's show Randy joined us to share insights from his forthcoming -day devotional with FaithFi exploring why God's wisdom [... more]

Life is full of decisions The question is how do you know which decision you should make Chip shares a biblical model of decision making that may help you with that very important choice in front of you ResourcesMessage NotesSpecial OffersConnect - - WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookYouTubePartner With UsDonate Online - - [... more]

Join Certified Financial Planner Hans Scheil and Host Robby Dilmore for an essential conversation about one of the most important financial and healthcare decisions you'll make in retirement In this episode of Finishing Well Hans breaks down the seven key things everyone should know about Medicare before enrolling or making changes to their coverage From understanding the critical differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage to avoiding costly enrollment penalties navigating Part D prescription drug coverage understanding IRMAA income surcharges and knowing when you can make changes during Medicare enrollment periods this episode provides practical guidance to help you make [... more]

Is the Christian faith supported by nothing more than emotion or are there historic finds to validate its claims Christian apologist and conservative commentator Dinesh D'Souza was introduced to artifacts authenticating the historicity of both the Old and New Testaments He wondered Why isn't this information being shouted from the rooftops Today Dinesh shares what he's learned about biblical archaeology and some of its most fascinating discoveries a subject he explores further in his new book The Stones Cry Out As Dinesh puts it In years there is not a single important finding of biblical archaeology that contradicts the Bible [... more]

There are three important words you need to hear straight from the Bible Love One Another On this Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman author and retired professor Dr Winfred Neely says we focus a lot on God's love as we should But his love is not always realized in our relationships with one another Rediscover the power of agape love on Building Relationships with Dr Gary Chapman Featured resource A Love to Live ByDonate to Moody Radio http moodyradio org donateto buildingrelationshipsSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories in as the Missouri Crisis stirred national debate over slavery and westward expansion a private conversation between John Quincy Adams and John C Calhoun became something much larger Calhoun defended slavery as a necessary institution Adams left the conversation deeply shaken and newly committed to abolition This moment would fuel his work after the presidency where he became a leading voice against the Gag Rule and argued for the freedom of the Amistad captives Historians James Traub and Dr Robert Elder share how a single exchange shaped one of the most important abolitionist [... more]

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]

Most Christians want to be generous But wanting to give and actually following through are two different things With so many worthy causes competing needs and financial decisions to consider even the best intentions can become overwhelming Without a plan our giving can become reactive rather than purposeful driven more by the requests we receive than by a thoughtful understanding of how God has entrusted us to steward His resources So how can we move from good intentions to meaningful action Kendra VanderMeulen CEO of the National Christian Foundation NCF joined the show today to discuss how developing a thoughtful [... more]

The wealth of the rich is their fortified city they imagine it a wall too high to scale Proverbs NIV Money can provide real protection but it can also create a dangerous illusion of security We may begin to believe that enough savings investments or possessions can shield us from whatever life brings In Samuel we encounter a wealthy man named Nabal whose story illustrates the danger of placing too much confidence in earthly riches His experience reminds us that while financial resources are valuable tools they can never provide the ultimate security our hearts desire Nabal A Wealthy Man [... more]

While we live in a what have you done for me lately society it's important to remember atrocities committed by Democrats when they were in charge Guest host Jeff Stein has a list to remind us to spur citizens to vote in the November general election See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

How deeply is God's Word rooted in your heart Are you spending time in Scripture and allowing it to shape your thoughts words and daily walk with Jesus In this meaningful episode Nancy Epperson shares a heartfelt recitation of Psalm a beautiful psalm of worship that celebrates the majesty of God the wonder of His creation and His incredible love and care for humanity Nancy also explains why memorizing and meditating on Scripture is so important for every believer Drawing from Philippians she reminds us to focus our minds on what is true honest just pure lovely and praiseworthy As [... more]

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]

Ever wondered why you fight with those you love What causes the heated arguments and painful words Chances are the reasons for our disputes are different than you might think Join Chip as he reveals the reasons we have conflict in our most important relationships ResourcesMessage NotesSpecial OffersConnect - - WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookYouTubePartner With UsDonate Online - - [... more]

If there's one word that defines our culture it's more More upgrades More comfort More square footage More of whatever promises to make life a little better Yet despite having more than previous generations could have imagined many of us feel less satisfied than ever Why Because contentment doesn't come from acquiring what's next It's cultivated in the heart right where we are And Scripture reminds us that contentment isn't something we stumble upon It's something we can learn Why More Is Never EnoughWe're all tempted to believe that the next purchase promotion milestone or change in circumstances will finally [... more]

Ignite The Light The Resurrection Trial Case Closed on the Empty Tomb Where is the body It's the ultimate historical question skeptics and seekers must face In this eye-opening episode of Ignite The Light Ministries Pastor Wyatt takes us deep into the foundational truth of the Christian faith examining the undeniable historical evidences of Christ's resurrection Far from a myth or a blind leap of faith Christianity is rooted in real historical events From the ancient prophecies of Isaiah and over eyewitness account to the empty tomb of Joseph of Arimathea where no body has ever been found the case [... more]

Craig joins Brian for a wide-ranging unfiltered episode covering everything from political influence to pop culture hot takes They break down Craig's stint as the th most powerful person in New Jersey politics and what that says about the Garden State tackle A'ja Wilson's public persona and discuss why some people are weirdly ashamed of having successful parents Plus a massive dive into Elon Musk's legacy is he the single most important human being of the last century and does he belong on his own solo Mt Rushmore The guys revisit the time Craig Carton was offered massive bank to [... more]

Rich previews the massive stakes for the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos when they kick of NFL Week on Thursday Night Football The guys react to the Milwaukee Brewers putting the -time defending champion Dodgers on the brink with their seemingly insurmountable - lead in the NLCS Longtime sportswriter Peter King joins Rich in-studio to promote his new 'The Game' book chronicling the recent history of the NFL and how the league transformed into a year-round entity instead of just a fall sport reveals what it was like traveling cross-country in a bus with Hall of Fame coach announcer John [... more]

The Judgment Seat of Christ Beyond the Surface Until He Comes What happens when Judge Jesus reviews the spiritual state of the church In Revelation and Christ repeats three powerful refrains to the Seven Churches of Asia truths that echo directly into our lives today In this compelling second episode of the The Judgment Seat of Christ series Dr Greg Hinnant unpacks the profound weight behind these intentionally repeated statements I know thy works Why do our daily actions and deeds matter to a God who inspects the heart Samuel Discover how our outward works inevitably reveal the true condition [... more]

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]

What if debt isn't just a financial issue but a discipleship one We often view borrowing through a financial lens focusing on interest rates monthly payments and repayment timelines But Scripture invites us to consider something deeper Debt can shape our freedom influence our generosity and affect our ability to respond to opportunities God places before us Borrowing is common in modern life but understanding its spiritual implications can help us make wiser financial decisions The Biblical Perspective on DebtCredit cards student loans mortgages and business financing are familiar financial tools While Scripture doesn't identify borrowing itself as a sin [... more]

Success in our culture is defined by money power and prestige But the teaching of Jesus reminds us that the Kingdom of God operates very differently On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro teaches an important counter-cultural lesson about true greatness [... more]