In this episode of Masculine Journey After Hours the guys continue their conversation about the things God calls us to leave behind in order to fully embrace the life He has for us Through honest personal stories and memorable scenes from the films Wild and The Legend of Bagger Vance they explore the weight of regret fear control false identity and past wounds that can keep us from moving forward What does it look like to lay down the false self How do we release the burdens we've carried for years and trust God with what's next And how can [... more]

A lifetime income annuity can provide something many retirees value above all else confidence that they won't outlive their income In this episode of Finishing Well certified financial planner Hans Scheil and Host Robby Dilmore explain how a lifetime income annuity fits into a well-designed retirement strategy emphasizing that it's not meant to replace an investment portfolio but to complement it Through several real-life planning examples Hans illustrates how annuities can create a guaranteed stream of lifetime income while working alongside Social Security investments and other retirement assets He also discusses how these products can help reduce longevity risk serve [... more]

Most people don't become a Christian because someone won an argument Rather they begin opening their heart to Jesus because someone built a bridge Evangelist J John has this story himself trading what looked like an agnostic lifestyle for Christianity because a friend took a personal interest in him Years later he did the same for an angry university student named Christine Caine over five cups of coffee On The Greg Laurie Show he shared both stories Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism our mission of [... more]

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]

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]

Abuse Addiction Gangs A suicide attempt Pastor and author Noe Garcia knows what it's like to carry a past you'd rather erase But can God use a life that's been through that much On FamilyLife Today Dave and Ann Wilson explore Garcia's raw story of turning pain into purpose and what happens when your worst chapters threaten to define the rest of your life Show Notes and Resources Repurposed How God Turns Your Mess into His Message by Noe Garcia Thanks to the Christian Standard Bible for sponsoring this episode Learn more at CSBible com Follow us on all social [... more]

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]

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]

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]

Grief is an unavoidable part of life but how we navigate it can make all the difference Whether we're mourning the loss of a loved one dealing with a broken relationship experiencing betrayal or facing an unexpected life change grief can affect us in ways we don't always recognize On this episode of The Masculine Journey the guys have an honest conversation about their personal experiences with grief the emotions that come with it and the importance of allowing ourselves to process rather than simply pushing the pain aside The clip is from Tulsa King Through personal stories Scripture and [... 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]

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]

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]

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]

HR Pastor Ernie and Cathy Brady continue to talk about the midterms as well as some of the races that have been called so farSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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]

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]

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]

The world has hurt women in its own ways But what about the Church Cissie Graham Lynch Billy Graham's granddaughter and the daughter of Franklin Graham believes some churches have weakened women by constantly appealing to their emotions rather than giving them what they really need solid biblical teaching Cissie joins Pastor Greg and Cathe Laurie to discuss more To get the full interview go to The Greg Laurie Show 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 [... 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]