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The world constantly tells us, “You just need a little more.” But what if real peace isn't found in having more, but in learning to need less?What comes to mind when you hear the word “wealth”? For some, it means freedom. For others, it brings anxiety and pressure. Today, Jeff Manion joins us to explore how we can cultivate contentment in a culture that always craves more.Jeff Manion is the Teaching Pastor at Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over 40 years. He is also the author of several books, including Satisfied: Discovering Contentment in a World of Consumption.Why Wealth Confuses UsIn a world that constantly urges us to acquire more, climb higher, and chase the next upgrade, contentment often feels elusive. But what if true satisfaction isn't found in accumulation, but in learning—learning to trust, to remember, to let go, and to live fully in the present? Contentment is not something we're born with—it's something we must learn. And we're learning it together.Let's be honest—wealth can be confusing. One day, we're living simply out of necessity, and the next, after years of doing the right things—avoiding debt, saving diligently, and giving generously—we find ourselves in a season of financial stability. You'd think contentment would come naturally at that point. But surprisingly, it doesn't.Learning contentment in a season of sufficiency is often more challenging than in a season of scarcity. When we experience financial security, the temptation to trust in our own strength rather than God's provision becomes a real concern. This isn't new—it's the same struggle the Israelites faced in Deuteronomy 8. After years of daily dependence on manna in the wilderness, God warned them not to forget Him once they entered the Promised Land. He reminded them: “Remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth” (Deut. 8:18). That warning is for us too.The Danger of the “There and Then” MentalityContentment is rooted in the present, not the future. And yet we often believe we'll only be at peace "there and then"—when the vacation arrives, the mortgage is paid off, or the kitchen is finally renovated. But if we can't be fully alive to God and the people around us now, there's no guarantee we will be later.We don't stumble into contentment—we learn it. The Apostle Paul, writing under house arrest, said, “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances” (Phil. 4:11). His circumstances didn't determine his joy. His peace wasn't tied to his comfort. And ours doesn't have to be either.Sometimes the path to contentment starts by taking inventory—literally. For many of us, stuff multiplies without our awareness. A drawer of unworn t-shirts, a shelf of unused dishes, boxes of forgotten CDs…they add up. We can begin the journey toward contentment by shedding excess.A simple practice, like giving away five items a day for seven weeks, can bring clarity and peace. Not because we're pursuing minimalism for its own sake, but because we're reminding ourselves that joy isn't found in our possessions—it's found in a life uncluttered by distraction, filled with God's presence and purpose.Escaping the Comparison TrapComparison is a thief of joy. Whether or not Teddy Roosevelt actually coined the phrase, it's undeniably true. In our digital age, we don't just compare lives—we compare carefully curated highlight reels. This distorts our view, convincing us we're missing out when in fact, we're richly blessed.Comparison shifts our focus from gratitude to scarcity. And scarcity suffocates generosity. When we believe we never have enough, we become unable to see the abundance God has already given us—abundance meant to be shared.Generosity is one of the most effective ways to break money's grip on our hearts. Paul's charge to Timothy echoes through the centuries: “Command those who are rich… not to put their hope in wealth… but to put their hope in God… to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share” (1 Tim. 6:17–18).When we give, we reflect the heart of our generous God—first in creation, then in Christ. And as we open our hands, we discover joy not in what we keep, but in what we release for the sake of others and the glory of God.Passing on the Legacy of ContentmentWe long for our children and grandchildren to experience true satisfaction. But contentment isn't just taught—it's caught. When our families see that our greatest joy is not in acquiring new and better things but in reflecting the generosity of Christ, they begin to understand that there's a story far bigger than material success.We want them to see us delight in giving, not just spending. To notice our peace when things don't go our way. To recognize that the content life isn't a small life—it's a deeply rich one, rooted in grace and lived with open hands.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have around $1.5 million in total assets and $500,000 in available funds. Given the current tax environment, I'm considering whether now might be a strategic time to withdraw from my pre-tax retirement accounts and pay the taxes. I'm currently living on Social Security and pension income and haven't needed to tap into my savings yet.I'd like to open an account for my great-grandchildren, who are currently 3 years old and 18 months old. I've been looking into a universal life insurance policy, but would appreciate guidance on the best way to save for their future—possibly to help with education expenses.Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Satisfied: Discovering Contentment in a World of Consumption by Jeff ManionSavingForCollege.comWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion is an author and teaching pastor at Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jeff has served at the church for over 40 years, and he and Brian talk about slow and steady faithfulness and why it's important to “love the process, not just the prize.” Links & Episode Notes Jeff Manion Ada Bible Church The Land Between Satisfied Dream Big, Think Small Pete Scazzero Winning on Purpose by John Kaiser The Hare & the Tortoise Start With Why by Simon Sinek Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks The Sabbath Practice Amon-Ra St. Brown • Instagram Jim CollinsBHAG – Big Hairy Audacious Goal The Life You've Always Wanted by John Ortberg Scripture References Galatians 5 Made to Advance is a podcast that inspires and equips you to move forward into your best future. It's produced by Engedi Church and hosted by Brian Aulick. Send us your feedback at mta@engedichurch.com.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

What goes through your mind in dark wilderness seasons? In this episode, Jeff Manion, Lead Pastor of Ada Bible Church, shares a bit of his personal story and the moments in life that inspired him to write his book, The Land Between. We hope this episode encourages you that even amidst tragedy and the unexpected God's grace is there also. Show Notes / Resources: https://theglr.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/035-Jeff-Manion.docx.pdf

There is a time and season for everything Ecclesiastes tells us!And in ministry, there will always be expected seasons of increased busyness, output, and high expectations. In this episode, Jeff Manion, who is the lead pastor of Ada Bible Church, shares how he has navigated the ever-changing seasons and emotions of ministry year after year while pastoring the same church for nearly 40 years. Show Notes / Leader Guide / Resources

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Satisfied: Discovering Contentment in a World of Consumption Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Jeff Manion (jeffmanion.org) is the senior pastor of multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over thirty-five years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied and, Dream Big, Think Small. His great joy is digging deeply into Scripture and passionately teaching the story of the Bible in a clear and relevant way. He and his wife, Chris, have three adult children and are proud grandparents.

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Mark 12:13-33 Pastor Jeff Manion talks through Jesus's response to three questions he's asked in his final week. Through this conversation, we see that God wants us to live for him now, that we are his in the next life and what following God means. We are challenged to live out our faith by loving God and loving others, because all the other commands hang on those two instructions. Mark 12:13-33

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Mark 12:13-33 Pastor Jeff Manion talks through Jesus's response to three questions he's asked in his final week. Through this conversation, we see that God wants us to live for him now, that we are his in the next life and what following God means. We are challenged to live out our faith by loving God and loving others, because all the other commands hang on those two instructions. Mark 12:13-33

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Mark 12:13-33 Pastor Jeff Manion talks through Jesus's response to three questions he's asked in his final week. Through this conversation, we see that God wants us to live for him now, that we are his in the next life and what following God means. We are challenged to live out our faith by loving God and loving others, because all the other commands hang on those two instructions. Mark 12:13-33

Our culture celebrates the "overnight success" but in the Kingdom of God, faithfulness brings fruit. Author and Pastor Jeff Manion shares biblical insights on a life of faithful action from his book, "Dream Big, Think Small: Living an Extraordinary Life One Day at a Time."

Our culture celebrates the "overnight success" but in the Kingdom of God, faithfulness brings fruit. Author and Pastor Jeff Manion shares biblical insights on a life of faithful action from his book, "Dream Big, Think Small: Living an Extraordinary Life One Day at a Time."

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Mark 11:1-25 Pastor Jeff Manion shares what Jesus does in the first three days of his final week. Through this conversation we are challenged to welcome Jesus into our lives and beware of living in a manner that's all leaves and no fruit. We are encouraged to recognize we are now God's house of prayer when we gather with other believers. Mark 11:1-25

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Mark 11:1-25 Pastor Jeff Manion shares what Jesus does in the first three days of his final week. Through this conversation we are challenged to welcome Jesus into our lives and beware of living in a manner that's all leaves and no fruit. We are encouraged to recognize we are now God's house of prayer when we gather with other believers. Mark 11:1-25

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Mark 11:1-25 Pastor Jeff Manion shares what Jesus does in the first three days of his final week. Through this conversation we are challenged to welcome Jesus into our lives and beware of living in a manner that's all leaves and no fruit. We are encouraged to recognize we are now God's house of prayer when we gather with other believers. Mark 11:1-25

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:22-24 Pastor Jeff Manion teaches on Paul's instructions to finish our race of life well. Through this conversation, we understand how the challenging hills we've faced and the pace we run impact our endurance. We are encouraged to recognize our need for recovery and God's grace.

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:22-24 Pastor Jeff Manion teaches on Paul's instructions to finish our race of life well. Through this conversation, we understand how the challenging hills we've faced and the pace we run impact our endurance. We are encouraged to recognize our need for recovery and God's grace.

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:22-24 Pastor Jeff Manion teaches on Paul's instructions to finish our race of life well. Through this conversation, we understand how the challenging hills we've faced and the pace we run impact our endurance. We are encouraged to recognize our need for recovery and God's grace.

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:25-38 Pastor Aaron Buer unpacks Paul's instructions on playing spiritual defense. Through this conversation, we see we need to take threats to our spiritual life seriously. We are challenged to keep watch over our faith and to guard it. Acts 20:25-38

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:25-38 Pastor Aaron Buer unpacks Paul's instructions on playing spiritual defense. Through this conversation, we see we need to take threats to our spiritual life seriously. We are challenged to keep watch over our faith and to guard it. Acts 20:25-38

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:25-38 Pastor Aaron Buer unpacks Paul's instructions on playing spiritual defense. Through this conversation, we see we need to take threats to our spiritual life seriously. We are challenged to keep watch over our faith and to guard it. Acts 20:25-38

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:17-21 Pastor Aaron Buer talks about Paul's message to the Ephesian elders. Through this conversation, we see ways to spiritually influence those around us. We are challenged to do this through our actions, attitudes and words. Acts 20:17-21

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:17-21 Pastor Aaron Buer talks about Paul's message to the Ephesian elders. Through this conversation, we see ways to spiritually influence those around us. We are challenged to do this through our actions, attitudes and words. Acts 20:17-21

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Acts 20:17-21 Pastor Aaron Buer talks about Paul's message to the Ephesian elders. Through this conversation, we see ways to spiritually influence those around us. We are challenged to do this through our actions, attitudes and words. Acts 20:17-21

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Psalm 119 Pastor Aaron Buer discusses heaven. Through this conversation, we see that heaven will be here on a restored earth, will be a wonderful city and will also be a return to the garden of Eden where we will rule with Jesus. We are challenged to look forward to dwelling together with God in heaven.

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Psalm 119 Pastor Aaron Buer discusses heaven. Through this conversation, we see that heaven will be here on a restored earth, will be a wonderful city and will also be a return to the garden of Eden where we will rule with Jesus. We are challenged to look forward to dwelling together with God in heaven.

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: Psalm 119 Pastor Aaron Buer discusses heaven. Through this conversation, we see that heaven will be here on a restored earth, will be a wonderful city and will also be a return to the garden of Eden where we will rule with Jesus. We are challenged to look forward to dwelling together with God in heaven.

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17

Speaker: Jeff Manion and Aaron Buer Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17

Have you ever been in a season of waiting on God? Maybe you suddenly found yourself in a difficult transition – a lost job, the end of a relationship. Guest host Erin Ekstrand talks with author and Pastor Jeff Manion about his book, “The Land Between: Finding God in Difficult Transitions.”

Brant talks to Pastor Jeff Manion about his book "Dream Big, Think Small".

In this message, guest speaker Jeff Manion teaches how we can experience full joy and peace, no matter what life throws at us.