Podcasts about stewarding

Welcome to The Armory! In this episode, Matt & Eyliana talk about how parents must take ownership of stewarding our kids' education and discipleship.Resources:Family Worship BundleBe sure to follow us on:Instagram @armorypodcastFacebook @The ArmoryYoutube @ArmoryPodcastAlso, please leave us a 5-star review anywhere you listen to podcasts!

"We steward our lives by staying close to the shepherd who knows how to feed and care for his sheep."   What if the way we've been taught to "steward" our bodies is actually keeping us more focused on our bodies than free in them? In this teaching, Alisa Keeton invites us to take a deeper look at stewardship, and what Scripture actually says about stewarding our bodies. If you've ever felt like you should be doing more, eating better, exercising differently, or getting your body 'right' this conversation is for you.   Alisa walks through a body dissatisfaction scale and explores how easily Christian wellness language can become another way of watching, comparing, and trying to control our bodies. Instead, she offers a different picture: Bodies need shepherding more than stewarding.   Jesus is the Good Shepherd. He knows how to lead, restore, and care for us. Our invitation is to stay close to the One who knows how to care for our whole selves. In this teaching, you'll explore: What body dissatisfaction really is how to identify it in ourselves How body stewardship can unintentionally become another form of control Why bodies are meant to be lived in, not watched The connection between soul hunger and body dissatisfaction What Scripture actually says about stewardship What it looks like to seek Jesus first in a noisy, hyper-visual wellness culture Why we may need a Shepherd, not another set of rules   Watch this teaching on Youtube: https://youtu.be/If8NlxBuKVU   Practice & Reflection The next time you notice yourself watching, measuring, comparing, or criticizing your body, pause and ask: Am I living in my body, or am I watching my body? Then take a breath and turn your attention toward the Good Shepherd. What would change if I trusted the Good Shepherd to care for me instead of believing I have to control myself?   Teaching Scriptures: John 10:10 — Life to the full Romans 12:1 — Offering our bodies to God 1 Corinthians 10 — Honoring God with our bodies 1 Corinthians 4:1–2 — Stewarding the mysteries of God 1 Peter 4:10 — Stewarding God's gifts Matthew 25:14–30 — The parable of the talents 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 — Our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit Mark 6:34 — Jesus' compassion for people like sheep without a shepherd 1 Peter 2:24–25 — Jesus as Shepherd and Overseer of our souls Psalm 23 — The Lord as our Shepherd   Mentioned in this Teaching Download the Body Dissatisfaction Scale: https://www.revelationwellness.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/body-dissatisfaction-scale.jpg Why Do I Hate My Body Webinar. Watch the replay here: https://www.revelationwellness.org/resources/webinar-hate-my-body/ 5-Day Nutrition Reset: Registration opens Monday, August 24!   Ready to Go Deeper?

It's wedding season! How can a couple who is headed into marriage best position themselves for success? Last week, today, and next week, we'll talk about exactly that!• Master marital communication: https://speak.fiercemarriage.com• Take the 31-Day Pursuit Challenge: https://31daypursuit.com• Pray for your spouse with intention: https://40prayers.comTo learn more about becoming a Christian: https://thenewsisgood.comIf this content helps you, please consider subscribing. New marriage and parenting videos weekly.Support: https://fiercemarriage.com/partnerSubscribe to audio: https://fiercemarriage.com/podcastSocials: https://instagram.com/fiercemarriage, https://facebook.com/fiercemarriageMore marriage content: https://fiercemarriage.comOur books and devotionals: https://shop.fiercemarriage.comTake online marriage courses: https://gospelcenteredmarriage.com For parenting resources and content, visit https://FierceParenting.comLet's be friends! Find Ryan and Selena on their personal socials. Ryan: https://instagram.com/ryan_fredhttps://twitter.com/ryanfredhttps://facebook.com/ryanfredSelena:https://instagram.com/selenafredhttps://facebook.com/selena.frederick

The rise of non‑invasive BCIs and the privacy, security, and human‑relevance questions they introduce is becoming a central concern as this technology moves toward practical use.   In this episode, Paolo Ardoino, CEO at Tether, examines how lightweight on‑device models, silent‑speech inputs, and anonymized brain‑wave data can turn low‑bandwidth neural signals into real‑world actions, in conversation with host Daniel Faggella, Emerj CEO and Head of Research.   The discussion focuses on emerging consumer use cases, long‑term cognitive augmentation, and the safeguards needed to keep these systems private and safe.   Emerj works with a select group of AI vendors to reach Fortune 500 decision makers through research, media, and direct access. If you want to be considered, download our media kit at emerj.com/AD1

In today's conversation, author Lisa LaGeorge challenges the common belief that singleness is merely a waiting room for marriage and presents a compelling biblical vision for thriving as a single Christian. Drawing from decades of ministry experience, she explores how singles can find purpose, cultivate meaningful friendships, serve the church with unique flexibility and gifts, and experience the richness of spiritual family within the body of Christ. Whether you're single, married, a church leader, or simply want to better understand how the church can support and include unmarried believers, this episode offers practical wisdom, Gospel-centered encouragement, and a fresh perspective on singleness, contentment, discipleship, and Christian community.  Featured work: Single Together: Stewarding Singleness in the Family of God  Connect with Lisa LaGeorge at LisaLaGeorge.com.  For more faith-filled, Gospel-centered content, download the Pilgrim Radio app today on Google Play and Apple, or stream at PilgrimRadio.com. 

Keith was doing a great job of growing sales in a retail chain of stores and was highly trusted by the CEO. When the company lost their controller, the CEO appointed Keith as the new controller.    When I entered as a consultant, Keith had two offices full of unopened bills and accounting records. Unfortunately, the IRS forced them into bankruptcy shortly thereafter.  Stewardship is often equated to financial ... The post Stewarding Your Team appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

We are continuing our short topical series related to stewarding our time, talents and treasures. Today we wrestle with stewarding our treasures, with the focus in relation to stewarding our money. This is not always a fun thing to think about, let alone preach about, but it is important. The reason is simple; the Bible makes it clear that the way we use money is a window onto our true devotion. Everything we have is from God (Psalm 24:1), so we need to ask how he would want us to invest that resource. God gives us opportunities to give to the support of the church we are part off as well as the broader work of the Lord. The challenge when it comes to financial giving isn't about how much you can give. It's for each of us to truly seek God's leading on how much to give and where to give. The challenge is also to do the giving with joy in our hearts, knowing that God gets the glory as his kingdom grows. Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9; 9:6-15 Preacher: Jim de Witte Support the show

In this episode, Brooke is joined by Dr. Tabatha Barber, OB-GYN turned functional medicine menopause expert, to dive deep into why high-performing, faith-driven women must view their bodies as their greatest business asset. They explore the critical mind-body-soul connection, share personal journeys through burnout, adrenal fatigue, and autoimmune struggles, and highlight the non-negotiable necessity of stewarding your physical health to activate your God-given impact. From dismantling hustle culture and the dangers of chronic stress to harnessing the biblical power of fasting and morning routines, this conversation blends faith, practical health wisdom, and vulnerability. Listeners will be encouraged to renew their minds, break free from limiting beliefs, and equip themselves to lead in business and life with more clarity, energy, and peace. Join the Live Out Loud network and see Dr. Tabatha Barber + Candace Bure live on tour here:  https://candacecbure.com/tour Key Moments & Timestamps 00:09 – Stewarding the Vessel: Why your body is your greatest business asset. 01:40 – From Burnout to Breakthrough: Dr. Tabatha Barber shares her personal journey as an OB-GYN and the shift to functional medicine. 05:10 – The Cost of Disconnection: How neglecting the mind, body, and soul impacts business success. 10:00 – Signs of Burnout: Key symptoms women experience and the role of adrenal dysfunction. 18:28 – Healing Through Faith: How nourishing your soul and aligning your morning routine transforms health and business. 35:47 – Fasting as a Superpower: Dr. Tabatha Barber explains why fasting, done properly, is essential for female entrepreneurs.       Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

You are the woman everyone counts on. The one who remembers the details, fills the gaps, serves the family, and shows up when others need you.But who is caring for you?Many Christian women have learned to give generously without learning how to steward themselves well. Over time, that can leave you exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering why something feels off even though you're doing "all the right things."In this episode, you'll discover why biblical self-care isn't about putting yourself first; it's about faithfully stewarding the whole person God created you to be. Together we'll look at the example Jesus set and explore what it means to care for your spirit, soul, body, and calling in a way that honors God.The next stepTake The Biblical Self-Care Quiz to discover which area of biblical self-care God may be inviting you to tend next.Scriptures Referenced in this EpisodeLuke 10Mark 1:35Mark 4:38John 11:35Luke 22:44John 2:1-12Luke 2:49Let's Connect:Email: hello@p31virtues.com

This Sunday, Pastor Jeff Sparkman puts together a panel of qualified members from our own church body on mental and emotional health! Struggling with mental health often feels like a personal battle - but the truth is asking for help is the first and most important step you can take! Topics discussed are on dealing with depression and anxiety and how to combat them practically, medically, and biblically.

This Sunday, Pastor Jeff Sparkman puts together a panel of qualified members from our own church body on stewarding healthy relationships! When the relationships in our life are bad, everything else is affected. It is important as Christians to have unity with the body, and walk in love and forgiveness even when it's difficult! Topics discussed include restoring broken relationships, dealing with conflict biblically, setting healthy boundaries, and the effects of social media.

Sometimes God's presence and glory seems separated from everyday life, but what if daily grace can be experienced in the mundane? In this episode, Arlene talks with beloved author and artist Ruth Chou Simons about her new book, This Moment Matters: 100 Ways to Cultivate a Grace-Laced Life. Ruth shares how raising six boys reshaped her expectations of motherhood, and how she turns ordinary tasks — cooking, closets, evening routines — into moments of discipleship. They discuss scripture memory that adapts to different seasons of life, stewarding a home without chasing perfection, and the practice of looking your children in the eye instead of calling out instructions across the room. The conversation offers practical ways to notice God's presence in daily, unremarkable moments. 01:43 – Raising six boys and letting go of the story she expected 04:12 – Turning kitchen prep time into discipleship moments 07:11 – Teaching multiple kids at once without needing to be perfect 09:58 – Scripture memory that fits your actual season, not a perfect system 12:32 – Stewarding your home as a haven, not a showcase 16:37 – Simplifying your closet and choosing a signature accessory 20:41 – Why looking your kids in the eye changes everything Connect with Ruth Chou Simons on her website Shop Ruth Chou Simons' art and more at GraceLaced Follow Ruth Chou Simons on Instagram Learn more about Ruth's new book, This Moment Matters: 100 Ways to Cultivate a Grace-Laced Life More Resources from Arlene Pellicane: SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the checklist, 7 Warning Signs of Screen Overuse. Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier. Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook Watch the podcast on Arlene's YouTube Channel How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words. Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sarah Boots joins me to tackle the subject of the responsibility Christian women have in stewarding their health well. God has gifted us with an incredible design, yet our modern world has so many factors that inhibit our health. We discuss the importance of having balance as we prioritize our health for the glory of the Lord and for the longevity of the life He has given us. The connection of our physical, mental, and spiritual health Energy management The importance of nutrition What it means for our body to be God's temple   Resources Referenced: Watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/5hv1jMJcfGQ  Subscribe to the NHC Email: www.nohighercalling.org  Connect with Sarah on IG https://www.instagram.com/faithfulandflourishing/  Subscribe to Sarah's Email/Substack https://faithfulandflourishing.org/    Follow my  journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org Subscribe to the NHC email at www.nohighercalling.org 

> Explore the deeper meaning of healing and God's guidance in your life.Healing isn't just about what God takes away; it's also about what He teaches us in the process. In this episode, Cammie Knight delves into the concept of stewardship in our spiritual lives, prompting us to reflect on how we manage our bodies, time, relationships, and the transformative work God is doing within us.## The Essence of StewardshipCammie poses a thought-provoking question: **What if healing is as much about stewardship as it is about removal?** She encourages us to consider how we can steward our transformation by embracing obedience, restraint, and patience. Sometimes, this stewardship means waiting or resisting the impulse to engage in certain behaviors or environments.> "Sometimes stewardship looks like obedience. Sometimes it looks like restraint." > — Cammie Knight This perspective shifts our focus from merely seeking healing to actively participating in the process that God is orchestrating in our lives. ## Listening to God's GuidanceCammie shares her personal experiences with God's guidance, emphasizing the importance of being in tune with our bodies and emotions. She illustrates this connection beautifully, likening it to a pedestrian at a crosswalk—where we often have to rely on our instincts to know the right moment to act. She reminds us that sometimes we might not understand God's instructions in the moment, but reflecting back, we can see the wisdom behind them. It's about trusting the process, even when we can't see the full picture.## Reflection QuestionsAs you ponder these insights, consider the following questions Cammie poses:- **Where is God asking you to cooperate with the work He is already doing in you?** - **What environments or habits might no longer align with where God is taking you?** - **What is one thing you sense God is asking you to do that requires obedience instead of understanding?** These reflections invite us to dive deeper into our spiritual journeys and to recognize the areas where we might need to release control and trust God's direction.## ConclusionCammie wraps up by encouraging us to express our uncertainties to God. "God, I don't understand why you are asking me to ___, but I am learning to trust you because ___." This exercise not only helps us articulate our feelings but also aligns our hearts with God's purpose.For those looking to deepen their understanding of stewardship and healing, tune in to the full episode for more insights and guidance. Thank you for joining us on this journey of faith and transformation!

Jon Rehurek • Selected Scriptures • Why the Biblical Principles That Guide Giving Should Also Guide Investing

Jon Rehurek • Selected Scriptures • Why the Biblical Principles That Guide Giving Should Also Guide Investing Sermon Notes (Slides) • Sundays in July

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1 Peter | Stewarding the grace of God | AJ Green

Show Notes In this episode, Cher shares a powerful message about stewardship, burden, and the lies that can tempt us to despise the very responsibilities God has given us. Drawing from The Pilgrim's Progress, Scripture, and everyday life, she encourages listeners to reject the culture's pressure to chase ease, aesthetics, and comparison—and instead to remain faithful in the unique calling and season God has placed them in.   Key Takeaways The enemy often tries to make good things feel like burdens. God-given responsibilities are not accidents; they are assignments. Comparison can tempt us to despise our own gifts and calling. Stewarding what God has placed in front of us brings freedom and purpose. Faithfulness in ordinary responsibilities glorifies God. Topics Covered The burden of responsibility in a fallen world Spiritual discernment in a culture that values performance and image Comparing gifts, talents, and callings Stewardship in family life, motherhood, and daily work Resisting the lie that “easy” is always better Choosing faithfulness over cultural pressure Notable Message: You are not meant to be like everyone else. The difference in your life may be exactly what points others to Jesus.   Scripture References and Themes Matthew 11:28–30 :  the burden and rest found in Christ James 1:13–15 : desire, temptation, and sin James 1:5 : asking God for wisdom 1 Corinthians 10:31 : doing all things for the glory of God The Pilgrim's Progress : the temptation to leave the path for an easier way Resources/Affiliate: The Pilgrim's Progress Book In Modern English  The Pilgrim's Progress free movie on YouTube  Quote Highlights “The real burden is being something that you're not.” “Wherever God has placed you right now is where He has you.” “Do what God has called you to do.” “The enemy is a liar and the father of lies.” Listener Action Step: Take a moment today to identify one responsibility you've been tempted to resent. Ask God to help you see it as a gift, not a burden, and to steward it with faithfulness.    Connect with me: styleandstewardship.com  YouTube Channel  Email: hello{at}styleandstewardship[dot]com

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What if the season you're in right now isn't a waiting room... but a training ground? In Part 7 of the Holy Girl Summer mini series, we're talking about what it truly means to steward the gifts God has entrusted to you—especially in the seasons when no one is watching. It's easy to believe we'll show up once the opportunity comes, but Scripture teaches that promotion follows faithfulness. Before God opens the next door, He often invites us to faithfully steward what's already in our hands. In this episode, we dive into 1 Peter 4:10 and explore the biblical principle of stewardship through the lens of Tony Evans' book Kingdom Stewardship. Together, we'll unpack why your gifts were never meant to be hidden, how faithfulness in the "hallway" prepares you for the next room God has for you, and why obedience in the small things matters more than chasing the spotlight. In this episode, you'll learn: What biblical stewardship really means. Why God often develops us in the unseen before promoting us. How to steward your gifts even when no one notices. The connection between faithfulness, purpose, and God's timing. How serving others with your gifts glorifies God and advances His Kingdom. Whether you feel overlooked, stuck, or like you're waiting for your "big break," this episode will encourage you to stop waiting for the platform and start stewarding the place God has you today. Remember: God isn't looking for perfection—He's looking for faithfulness. Steward the little, trust the process, and let Him handle the promotion. Scripture Referenced: 1 Peter 4:10  KINGDOM STEWARDSHIP BY TONY EVANS  DOWNLOAD THE SPIRITUAL GIFT ASSESSMENT

This week Pastor Val teaches on Stewarding the Gifts the Spirit gives us.  Joel 2:28-29, 1 Cor 12:4-6

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How are you using the gifts, time, and opportunities God has entrusted to you? In today's Crosswalk Devotional, we reflect on Matthew 25:21 and Jesus' parable of the talents, reminding us that every resource, ability, and moment of our lives is an opportunity to glorify God. Faithful stewardship isn't measured by the size of what we've been given, but by our willingness to use it for His Kingdom. As followers of Christ, we have been called to live with an eternal perspective. Our time, talents, finances, relationships, and daily work all become acts of worship when they are surrendered to God. One day, every believer longs to hear the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant." Living faithfully today prepares us for the joy of standing before our Savior tomorrow. Highlights: Discover what Matthew 25:21 teaches about faithful stewardship and eternal rewards. Learn why every gift, talent, and opportunity is entrusted to us for God's glory. Be encouraged to view your daily responsibilities as acts of worship and service. Understand how keeping an eternal perspective changes the way you spend your time and resources. Reflect on the difference between worshiping God and allowing worldly pursuits to become idols. Find practical encouragement to live each day with purpose, gratitude, and faithfulness. Join the Conversation What is one gift, talent, or opportunity God has entrusted to you that you want to steward more faithfully? How can you use it this week to glorify Him and serve others? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Continue the conversation with the Crosswalk community here: https://forums.crosswalk.com/ Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: Stewarding All God Has Given Us By: Emily Rose Massey Bible Reading:“His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master’” (Matthew 25:21, ESV). It’s a sobering thought for all of us that one day we will stand before the throne of God and be judged for how we lived our lives here on earth. For believers who are in Christ, we know our sins have been paid for by the blood of Jesus on the cross, and we stand before the judgment seat totally forgiven. Tragically, for the unbeliever, they will be held accountable for every sin they have committed against the thrice-holy God and must suffer the consequences of their rebellion; Eternal torment under the wrath of God is their sentence, and the lake of fire will be their future home. Although the believer’s sins are no longer counted against them, they are still held accountable for the deeds they committed (or didn’t commit) for the sake of God’s Kingdom. As children of God, we are to shine brightly and reflect Him to the world. We do that by living our lives with the sole purpose of glorifying the Father; Through our good deeds, men who don’t even believe will glorify Him (Matthew 5:16). This life here on earth is a grace gift from God, and it should be our joy to thank Him by stewarding well every resource and talent we have been given. In Matthew 25, Christ shares a parable that reveals to us how we spend our life on earth matters; Every deed is recognized, and we will be rewarded by our Master and King: “His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master’” (Matthew 25:21, ESV). Intersecting Faith & Life: It’s often difficult to keep an eternal perspective in the midst of the mundane of life, but every moment is an opportunity to glorify Christ and continue in gratefulness and joy, no matter the task. Our life is worship unto our God. Worship is ascribing worth to something or someone; It is what you devote your time, your devotion, your affection, your finances, your heart to. If you allow yourself to really reflect on this, you will know in your heart where all those things in your life are going. Are you paying attention to where you are giving most of your life to? If you worship anyone or anything besides God Almighty, the Bible calls those people or those things idols. And when it comes to God, He doesn’t want you to give yourself away fully to anything or anyone but Him. He’s not egotistical or prideful. He just loves us so much and wants us to see the world and people as He does. The more we behold our King, the more we become like Him and long to reflect Him to a lost and dying world, using our life: time, resources, talents, finances, and good works to point others to Him. The world needs the hope of Christ, and we are to be carriers of that message that sets the captives free and gives them life eternal in Christ alone. We want to be faithful, obedient servants to our King so that we can see His Gospel and His Kingdom advance in the earth. Do you long to hear “well done, good and faithful servant”? May the Lord give you eyes to see many opportunities to serve Him with the life He has given you. Let us have a heart of gratitude for all the finances, time, talents, and passion that we can use to glorify His name and point others to Him. Ask the Lord to help you keep your mind fixed on eternal matters and say no to the entanglements of the world. Let us be wise with how we spend every day, making sure that everyone knows who we serve as followers of Christ. Let’s ask the Holy Spirit to ignite a passion in our hearts to become a good steward of this precious life we have been given, all for God’s glory and name! Further Reading: Ephesians 5:15-16 1 John 2:17 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This Sunday, Pastor Jeff Sparkman puts together a panel of qualified members from our own church body on physical and nutritional health! Stewarding our physical health doesn't always feel spiritual, but it is. If our bodies aren't functioning well, we can't carry out the mission God has for us. Topics discussed are on the pillars of health, nutrition, and exercise!

You learned to lead exhausted. You push through the fatigue, the brain fog, the slower recall, the anxiety that was not there a few years ago. You keep going because that is what you do. But functioning is no longer the same thing as thriving, or even close to how you used to feel...and you already know that. I want you to hear this episode sister! I sat down with Miguel Bautista, founder of CFS Recovery, for a powerful conversation about chronic fatigue, adrenal fatigue, Long Covid, and the signals your body has been sending you long before it forces you to stop. Miguel fully recovered from severe Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and built a clear, structured recovery system rooted in nervous system regulation. No quick fixes. No guesswork. He has since helped thousands of people worldwide move from surviving to fully living again. Here is what we get into: Why your chronic and adrenal fatigue is so closely tied to a stressed nervous system The hidden energy leaks keeping your body locked in survival mode How shifting the way you perceive stress helps your adrenals begin to recover Doable first steps for you when you feel like you have tried everything short of quitting the career you love This conversation is for you, the woman in midlife who loves her work but is carrying it through a lens of exhaustion. Your body is not betraying you. It is asking you to listen. Stewarding your wellness starts right there. I pray this blesses you abundantly today! XO, Michelle   Connect with Miguel: https://www.youtube.com/@cfsrecovery   Get your copy of the Whole Health Journal!     ***Join our community, Mind, Body. Restored.  to be supported, encouraged and educated as you take back your health WITH God at the center **Catch the Treasured Wellness Podcast on Substack  AND YouTube   *DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Treasured Wellness, LLC, guests or contributors be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.

You learned to lead exhausted. You push through the fatigue, the brain fog, the slower recall, the anxiety that was not there a few years ago.You keep going because that is what you do. But functioning is no longer the same thing as thriving, or even close to how you used to feel...and you already know that.I want you to hear this episode sister!Treasured Wellness is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.I sat down with Miguel Bautista, founder of CFS Recovery, for a powerful conversation about chronic fatigue, adrenal fatigue, Long Covid, and the signals your body has been sending you long before it forces you to stop.Miguel fully recovered from severe Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and built a clear, structured recovery system rooted in nervous system regulation. No quick fixes. No guesswork. He has since helped thousands of people worldwide move from surviving to fully living again.Here is what we get into:Why your chronic and adrenal fatigue is so closely tied to a stressed nervous systemThe hidden energy leaks keeping your body locked in survival modeHow shifting the way you perceive stress helps your adrenals begin to recoverDoable first steps for you when you feel like you have tried everything short of quitting the career you loveThis conversation is for you, the woman in midlife who loves her work but is carrying it through a lens of exhaustion. Your body is not betraying you. It is asking you to listen. Stewarding your wellness starts right there.I pray this blesses you abundantly today!XO, MichelleConnect with Miguel:https://www.youtube.com/@cfsrecoveryTreasured Wellness is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.‼️DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your diet, exercise, or supplement routine. Michelle McCoy is not a licensed physician or dietitian.Get your premium copy of the Treasured Wellness Whole Health Journal!CONNECT WITH ME#HighFunctioningFatigue #FaithAndHealth #ChristianWomensHealth #BodyAsTemple #HealthStewardship #BiblicalWellness #ChristianHealthCoach #BurnoutRecovery #MidlifeHealth #TreasuredWellness #OwnYourHealth #MindBodyRestored #WomensWellness #FatigueExpert #christianwellness #holistichealth #treasuredwellness Get full access to Treasured Wellness at treasuredwellness.substack.com/subscribe

Genesis 1 explains that to be human means to reign or govern the world alongside God. We each have a domain, a realm that is uniquely our own and where our will is the (or at least a) dominant one. On July 19th Res City did our Together Weekend Sunday, where we don't have a typical sermon but split the church into breakouts and this year we did four breakouts on this theme. In this breakout, Lisa Trump, Nicole Rohrer, and Catie Heen lead a discussion around how to reign well in the most basic part of us but which we're still called to steward responsibly: our mental health and thought life.

When God entrusts us with more than we need, the question is not simply “How can we preserve it?” or “How can we grow it?” The deeper question is, “What is this surplus for?” That question moves stewardship beyond spreadsheets, tax strategies, and investment performance. It takes us into matters of the heart, family, calling, and purpose. And for many families, that is where stewardship becomes both more challenging and more meaningful. Rachel McDonough, a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA®), Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), and author of The River and the Garden: A Story of Faithfully Stewarding Surplus, joined the show today to explore how Christians can think more deeply about stewarding wealth, especially when they have been entrusted with more than they need for provision. Why Tell a Stewardship Story? Rachel has spent more than 20 years crafting financial plans. So when her publisher first suggested she write fiction about stewardship, she was surprised. After all, much of the financial world is built around practical tools, frameworks, and step-by-step guidance. But Rachel came to see that a story can reach places a spreadsheet cannot. That matters because real families do not fit neatly into formulas. They bring different perspectives, fears, desires, wounds, and hopes to the table. And when money is involved, especially significant money, those relational dynamics often come to the surface. That is part of what makes The River and the Garden unique. It is not a technical manual. It is a parable about wealth, family, faith, and the purposes of God. The River, the Garden, and the Craig Family The novel follows three generations of the Craig family. Maddie, the grandmother and matriarch, has come into a surplus after the sale of a family business. Her son Roger is analytical, driven, and accustomed to solving problems through strategy and optimization. Willow, Maddie's granddaughter, is a young artist who wants little to do with money, numbers, or spreadsheets. Together, they begin a journey that takes them through overlooked neighborhoods in Dallas and even to Rwanda as they explore investment and giving opportunities. Along the way, they wrestle with a central question: What does it look like to steward a surplus faithfully? The imagery of the book is simple but powerful. The river represents capital. The garden represents what we choose to water, cultivate, and grow. That image reframes the way we think about money. Capital is not neutral. It does not merely sit still in an account. It flows somewhere. It waters something. And the faithful steward must ask whether those resources are flowing toward purposes that honor God and serve others. When Capital Becomes Stagnant One of the most striking scenes in the book comes through one of Willow's dreams. In it, she sees dark, stagnant pools of water—a picture of capital left unattended. Rachel says that the image should unsettle thoughtful Christians for at least two reasons. First, capital never truly stands still. We may think of it as simply “sitting” in an investment account, but it is always connected to something. It may be funding businesses, industries, practices, or systems that either contribute to human flourishing or diminish it. Second, surplus wealth needs a purpose. Investing for provision is good and right. Families should plan wisely, save diligently, and seek to provide for their needs. But when a family has more than enough for provision, the conversation should expand. What is the surplus for? Rachel describes surplus as “fuel”—an accelerant for the vision and calling God has placed before a family. That does not mean being careless or impulsive. It means prayerfully assigning purpose to resources rather than allowing them to drift without intention. Provision, Impact, and Prayerful Tension Rachel shared that she and her husband have wrestled personally with this tension between provision and impact. In some cases, they have chosen to invest a portion of their non-retirement savings in redemptive businesses that seek to address serious needs, including a company working toward cancer treatment that could serve not only affluent patients but also people in the Global South. Those choices were not haphazard. They were made through prayer, analysis, planning, and mutual agreement as husband and wife. That is an important distinction. Faithful stewardship is not the same as recklessness. Trusting God does not mean ignoring wisdom. Rather, it means recognizing that the resources God entrusts to us may have purposes beyond our own security. A Book for Those Asking, “What Is This For?” Rachel says The River and the Garden is especially for those who have been entrusted with more than they need and are asking what faithful stewardship looks like now. That may include someone who has received an inheritance, sold a business, accumulated significant assets, or reached a point where the resources exceed what is needed for ordinary provision. For those families, new opportunities may open up in both giving and investing. Many people are familiar with stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and traditional charitable giving. But when surplus is truly available, there may be opportunities to support redemptive businesses, private investments, community development, global work, or other efforts that are not always on a family's radar. Surplus wealth can easily become a source of pride, fear, or conflict. But rightly understood, it can become a tool for joining in the good work God is doing in the world. Aligning Head and Heart At the emotional center of the story is the relationship between Roger and Willow. Roger represents technical mastery. He is confident in spreadsheets, strategies, and optimization. Willow represents relational insight and imagination. She sees the human cost of wealth and longs for transformation, but she initially wants nothing to do with financial conversations. Their journey shows the importance of bringing head and heart together. Faithful stewardship requires wisdom, planning, and diligence. But it also requires love, humility, discernment, and imagination. If we only optimize, we may miss the people and purposes God is inviting us to see. If we only dream, we may neglect the responsibility that comes with stewardship. Near the end of the story, Maddie reflects on the windfall that came from the sale of the business her husband built. She recognizes that the family may have worked too hard and sacrificed too much along the way. She cannot recover the time that was lost, but she can still ask that the money count for something. Many families cannot rewrite the past. They cannot undo every sacrifice, repair every regret, or reclaim every missed moment. But by God's grace, they can still ask what faithfulness looks like today. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I'm 65 and have an annuity worth about $28,000. I'm considering taking monthly withdrawals from it. Is that a wise option? I've been a member of my church for 10 years and have always tithed from my salary. Lately, I'm struggling with some of the church's spending decisions, including music-related purchases and the shift in support from a women's shelter to library reading programs. How should I think about continuing to tithe when I disagree with how some of the money is being used? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Garden Audit Assessment The River and the Garden: A Story of Faithfully Stewarding Surplus by Rachel McDonough Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stewarding a surplus isn’t about clever spreadsheets— it’s about hearts aligned with God’s purposes. When the Lord entrusts us with more than we need, it can quietly become a spiritual and relational challenge just as much as a financial one. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Rachel McDonough explain. Then, it’s on to your financial questions. That’s Faith & Finance Live—where biblical wisdom meets today’s financial decisions—weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Stefanie Pandol, fourth-generation farmer and Marketing & Sustainability Specialist at Pandol Bros., for a meaningful conversation on legacy, leadership, and the evolving future of agriculture.

What keeps a multi-generational business from collapsing by the third generation? In this episode, Jeff and Spence discuss:  Building family relationships from a young age. The origin story of Holiday Inn and how it was built out of necessity.  Growing a business with customer service and going above and beyond, even when nobody else does.  Leading and guiding with questions, not commands.     Key Takeaways:  In a family business (and life), build the relationship capital before stressing about the business capital, especially with younger generations as they're being raised.   Failures help make success sweeter and give you more appreciation for those things that work well. It also gives you lessons that, if you learn from them, can help you progress forward with more wisdom.  Not all businesses require family ownership to succeed. Understanding whether your family business does or does not is key.  Entitlement will ruin more family businesses than anything else. Be humble, stay grounded, and continue to steward the legacy - it is your responsibility for whatever comes next.     "There's nothing better than working with your family. But there's probably nothing worse than working with your family if you don't do it right. You've got to have a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and love. With those, you can go a long way, personally and professionally." —  Spence Wilson Jr.   About Spence Wilson Jr.: Spence Wilson, Jr. joined Kemmons Wilson Companies (KWC) in 1995. He is currently a Principal of KWC Management and Executive Chairman of KWC, LLC. Spence began his career with KWC by helping turn around two different operating businesses. In the early to mid-2000's, he helped develop KWC's private investment strategy along with creating a network of deal sources and potential partners. Today, in addition to his duties as Chairman of KWC, LLC, he serves as a director on the board of Holiday Inn Club Vacations (formerly the Family of Orange Lake Resorts) headquartered in Orlando, FL. Spence's philanthropic and civic involvements include: The National Civil Rights Museum (BOD), Greater Memphis Chamber's Chairman's Circle (former Chair and Co-chair), EpiCenter Memphis (BOD and Treasurer), Memphis Brand (BOD and Treasurer), Youth Programs, Inc. (FedEx Cup Playoff Tournament Memphis). Spence earned a BS from the University of Alabama and an MBA from the University of Memphis.   Connect with Spence Wilson Jr.: Website: https://kwcmgmt.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spence-wilson-jr-0bb883252     Connect with Jeff Thomas:  Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/ Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/ Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up Email: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Rachel McDonough grew up in Kenya as the daughter of missionaries, where she saw both deep poverty and the faith of parents who trusted God enough to follow His call across the world. Those early experiences planted a lasting conviction that every resource we hold belongs to God and can be used to bring life, freedom, and hope to others. After nearly two decades in wealth management, Rachel began asking a deeper question: what story is our capital telling? In this conversation, Rachel shares how God led her to build Wealth Squared, a firm that helps families align their investments, giving, and financial plans with biblical values. She explains how impact investing can direct capital toward businesses that promote human flourishing, and discusses themes from her new book, The River and the Garden, which uses story to explore stewardship, family unity, and Kingdom impact. This episode offers a hopeful vision for using wealth as a tool to cultivate lasting fruit for God's Kingdom, and invites you to consider where He may be calling your resources to grow. Major Topics Include: Hearing and following God's call Stewarding wealth as entrusted capital Investing as a moral and spiritual act Aligning portfolios with biblical values Distinguishing provision from impact assets Discovering your unique Kingdom DNA Using impact investing for human flourishing Building family unity around stewardship Integrating head, heart, and Spirit Finishing faithfully with resources God provides QUOTES TO REMEMBER “Capital tells a story.” “Even though I'm a small human with finite resources and a limited lifespan and limited dollars in the bank account, God can take something small, and if it's surrendered to Him, He can do something way bigger than any of us could ever ask or imagine.” “There is both an opportunity and a responsibility of being a Christ follower who is holding on to the resources that God owns and has entrusted.” “Some businesses create goods and services that help human flourishing, and others create bads and disservices.” “Fruitfulness comes from obeying what God shows you to do, not from having the right strategy.” “There are some biblical principles that are universally true, but there are also unique pieces of Kingdom DNA wired into the heart of each person.” “Once I know how much is enough for provision, I get freedom to ask what the purpose of the remaining assets should be.” “The faithful finisher asks, ‘Lord, what else? I'm not dead yet.'” “We need to let our heads and hearts work together more in harmony and be led by the Spirit.” “Real unity is hard work, but it is deep and worthy work.” “I want to be Jonathan's armor bearer for my clients. What's in your heart to do? Let's go take that hill.” “Faith-driven investing and impact investing right now is the revival that God has released on the earth.” “Find a financial advisor who wants to help you hear and follow God's voice.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Rachel McDonough and Wes Lyons on How Investors Are Taking Down Human Trafficking (see our past interview here) The River and the Garden by Rachel McDonough Wealth Squared Kingdom Advisors (see our interview with founder, Ron Blue) Eagle Freedom Fund (see out interview with cofounder Wes Lyons) Talanton Caleb Breakey, Founder of Renown Publishing (see our past interview here) BIBLE REFERENCES FROM THE SHOW John 15:5 | Abiding Bears Fruit “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” 2 Corinthians 9:10 | Seed for Sowing “He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness.” Matthew 4:19 | Fishers of Men “And he said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.'” Proverbs 20:5 | Deep Waters of the Heart “The purpose in a man's heart is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.” John 6:1-15 | Five Loaves and Two Fish 2 Corinthians 10:5 | Taking Thoughts Captive “We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.” TAKE A STEP DEEPER On the Finish Line podcast, we are all about stories, seeing how God draws us into generosity over a lifetime.   But sometimes these stories can leave us thinking, “What's that next step look like for me?” That's exactly why we've launched a whole new podcast called Applied Generosity which explores the full landscape of the generous life across 7 different dimensions of generosity. Applied Generosity helps make sense of the hundreds of stories we've shared on the Finish Line Podcast to help you find that best next step. If you've been inspired by these stories and want to take things to the next level, check out Applied Generosity anywhere you listen to podcasts or at appliedgenerosity.com.

In 1 Timothy 1:1–11, Paul instructs Timothy to confront false teaching and guard the gospel within the church at Ephesus. Pastor Caleb Cole explains why sound doctrine matters, how speculation and hidden knowledge can distract believers from Scripture, and why Christians must carefully evaluate what they hear against the Word of God. Real love protects what saves, and Jesus is the only one who can save.Guarding the gospel is not about winning arguments or correcting people from a place of pride. Correction must come from a pure heart, a good conscience, sincere faith, and genuine love. This message also explores the proper purpose of the law, the grace that saves us through faith in Jesus, and the responsibility every believer has to share the good news that transforms hearts, families, and lives. (00:00) - Introducing the Book of 1 Timothy (01:00) - What Basketball Defense Teaches Us About Guarding (04:01) - Paul, Timothy, and the Church in Ephesus (06:56) - 1 Timothy 1:1–11 (08:53) - Real Love Protects What Saves (09:39) - Sound Doctrine Matters (11:23) - Myths, Genealogies, and Hidden Knowledge (12:21) - The Danger of the Bible Code (14:55) - When Spiritual Practices Drift from Scripture (16:56) - Stewarding the House of God (18:27) - Love Is the Goal of Correction (21:44) - The Law Exposes Sin (23:28) - Grace, Righteousness, and Spiritual Pride (28:37) - The Law Is a Mirror, Not a Savior (29:28) - The Gospel Has Been Entrusted to Us (32:54) - How the Gospel Transforms a Family

As Christian women in business, we often focus on growing our income while neglecting the very body God has called us to steward.In this raw, "Holy Ghost Ride the Whip" episode, I'm sharing my personal health journey—from adrenal fatigue, hormone struggles, migraines, obesity, and healing—to the biblical conviction that our bodies matter just as much as our businesses.This isn't medical advice. It's my testimony of learning to pursue consistency over perfection and stewardship over striving.In this episode we discuss:Why your health impacts your businessMy journey through adrenal fatigue and hormone imbalanceBreaking caffeine dependenceBuilding healthy habits one step at a timeStewarding your body as God's templeChoosing faithfulness over perfectionWhy consistency beats extreme routinesThe question I leave you with is this:What are you doing today to care for yourself so the future CEO you can faithfully fulfill the calling God has placed on your life?Connect with me: Instagram: @wellvalley Leadership & Kingdom content: AngelicaStanley.co Tickets on sale July 14th https://wellvalley.org/boldandbeautiful

In this episode, iFIT CMO Raquel Rozas shares her journey from working as an electrical engineer to managing Procter & Gamble's $4 billion Tide North American business, before ultimately transitioning to West Coast tech. Raquel delivers an elite marketing masterclass on the delicate balance of brand heritage, explaining how to protect a brand's core "hard points" while taking calculated risks on its "soft points" to stay modern. She shares wild, behind-the-scenes stories—including doubling a Super Bowl ad budget in a 24-hour crunch to save a campaign—and reveals how she is currently modernizing the 50-year-old NordicTrack brand by transforming it into a hardware-agnostic digital fitness ecosystem.   

Each one of us has a spiritual station! But are we stewarding it in the way God intended us to? In Matthew 5, the curious crowd listens to Jesus' words, but avoids confronting His divine identity. We often mistakenly do the same, reducing His radical call to self-improvement tips, missing the heart of His message. Jesus' teachings cannot be separated from His claim to be Savior. To steward our positions, we must investigate His claims with urgency—not as a casual observer, but as one facing eternity. Spiritual poverty begins when we admit we have nothing to offer God!

Stewarding our calling is framed by a simple mercy from God. God is sovereign, God loves, and God intends no pressure in the life of a disciple. The church often overvalues its own contribution, undervalues God's sovereignty, and doubts the magnitude at which God can move.  When Elijah hid in fear, God met him not in earthquake or fire, but in a whisper. God renamed Gideon “mighty warrior” while he cowered in a winepress. Our past failures, shame, or self-doubt often shout louder than God's quiet assurance - but what we label as disqualifications become divine appointments when surrendered. Identity is drawn from redemption, not performance!

Here at Calvary, the next generation is our priority. Each year, we set aside a Sunday to feature our Young Communicators as they share God's Word with our church family. This weekend, we heard from seven outstanding student speakers, including Elly Nichols who teaches us that every moment is a gift from God, and we are called to use our time wisely by putting Jesus first, sharing our faith with others, and living with eternity in mind.

Psalm 92:14 says of the righteous, “They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green.” That's a beautiful picture of faithfulness across every season of life. And it gives us an important reminder: when it comes to retirement, Scripture invites us to think beyond escape. For many people, retirement is pictured as the finish line. Work hard, save diligently, invest wisely, and one day you'll finally arrive at a season of leisure—no alarm clocks, no deadlines, no demands. And after decades of work, rest is a good gift. There's nothing wrong with enjoying a slower pace, spending more time with family, traveling, or having more flexibility in your schedule. But Scripture gives us a deeper vision for our later years. Retirement may change the rhythm of our lives, but it does not end our calling as stewards. When Retirement Feels Disorienting Many people reach retirement and find themselves asking, “Now what?” Without the familiar structure of work, the transition can feel surprisingly difficult. For years, your calendar, responsibilities, relationships, and even your sense of purpose may have been shaped by your vocation. When that changes, it can feel like something has been lost. But in God's kingdom, no season is wasted. Retirement may bring changes in schedule, income, health, energy, and responsibility. But it also brings new opportunities to serve, invest in others, and bear fruit in ways that may not have been possible during busier working years. That's why the question is not simply “What am I retiring from?” The better question is, “What am I now free to do for the glory of God?” Moving From Labor to Legacy We see a helpful picture of this in Numbers 8. The Levites were instructed to begin their service in the tabernacle at age 25 and then transition at age 50. But they didn't stop serving altogether. They stepped back from certain forms of labor, but they continued to assist and minister to their brothers. In other words, they didn't retire from purpose. They moved from labor into legacy. That's a helpful way to think about our later years. As we age, certain types of work may no longer be possible. Energy changes. Capacity changes. Responsibilities change. But our purpose in God's kingdom does not expire. The same hands that once built, typed, managed, served, or led can now mentor, teach, encourage, pray, and support. The same heart that once poured itself into a career can now pour itself into people. Maybe that means volunteering with a ministry that reflects your passions. Maybe it means mentoring young professionals or young parents. Maybe it means serving more faithfully in your church, caring for aging parents, helping with grandchildren, or simply being more available to encourage others. Whatever the expression, the heart of stewardship remains the same: offering your time, wisdom, experience, and resources for the glory of God. Faithful Presence Matters Think of Simeon and Anna in Luke 2. Both were advanced in years, and yet both were living with expectancy and devotion. Simeon was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel. Anna worshiped with fasting and prayer, night and day. Their lives remind us that faithful presence is a powerful gift. God does not retire His servants. He repurposes them. That does not mean retirement has to be frantic or overfilled. This is not about proving your value through constant activity. In God's economy, usefulness is not measured by productivity, but by faithfulness. That's a word many of us need to hear. Our culture often measures significance by title, output, income, and visible achievement. But God sees differently. He sees the quiet prayer, the faithful encouragement, the wisdom shared across the table, the hospitality, the generosity, and the steady presence in the life of a child, a neighbor, a church member, or a younger believer. Those things may not always make headlines, but they matter deeply in the kingdom of God. Stewarding the Freedom Retirement Brings If you're approaching retirement, one of the wisest questions you can ask is not merely “What am I done with?” but “What am I now free to do?” And if you're already retired, perhaps today is an opportunity to revisit that question. What experience has God entrusted to you? What wisdom has He formed in you? What time do you have now that you didn't have before? What relationships could be strengthened? What people could be encouraged? What ministry could be supported? Those are not leftovers. They are stewardship opportunities. Retirement may look different from your working years, but it is no less important. In fact, it may become one of the most spiritually rich chapters of your life if you choose to steward it well. So don't simply retire from something. Retire to something. Retire to deeper fellowship with Christ. Retire to greater availability for others. Retire to prayer, encouragement, generosity, service, and wisdom. Retire to a life that continues to bear fruit. Our Ultimate Treasure Our devotional, Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship, is designed to help you slow down, open God's Word, and consider what it means to treasure Christ above all else in every season of life. You can place your order today at FaithFi.com/Shop. And if you'd like to go through it with your church or small group, we offer bulk discounts. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I'm retiring from my government job on July 31 and have money in the TSP. Should I leave it there, roll it into a traditional IRA, or consider a Roth IRA? I'd also like to take some cash out for home repairs. What's the wisest way to handle this? A few months ago, the company managing my retirement fund had a data breach, so I signed up for two years of free monitoring through Kroll. Now my bank has notified me of another breach and is offering 12 months of free monitoring through CyEx. Is CyEx reputable, and is it okay to have two different monitoring services at the same time? I lost my job yesterday after nearly 10 years. I'm 70 and already receiving Social Security, while my wife is 64 and not yet eligible for Medicare. I have a 401(k) and stock share accounts from my former employer, along with a rollover IRA I opened years ago. Given our income and health insurance situation, should I roll those accounts into my existing IRA? I own some individual stocks that are essentially worthless. I placed a sell order at about half a cent, but no one is buying. What should I do with these shares, and how can I properly document the loss for tax purposes? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) Healthcare.gov AnnualCreditReport.com | Credit Karma Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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When it comes to retirement, many of us are taught to think mainly in terms of escape—escape from work, pressure, schedules, and responsibility. But is that the full biblical vision? On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West considers what is conveyed in Scripture about retirement. We’ll also discover how to steward our later years with purpose and faithfulness. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live, biblical wisdom for your financial decisions. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor David Fandey preaches through Romans 14:12-23

Tatiana's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are: Consistency, Harmony, Analytical, Responsibility & Relator   Tatiana lives in Costa Rica with her husband and 2 teenage kids.  She enjoys hiking in nature and exploring Costa Rica and the world.  Tatiana works with Campus Crusade for Christ, leading Operations for the Cru ministries in Latin America and the Caribbean countries. She loves Jesus and using her skills to make Him known.   Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths    

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Jordan Rubin for a conversation that will challenge the way you think about healing, sickness, and the power of God's design for our lives. After surviving a life-threatening battle with illness, Jordan shares the biblical principles that transformed his health and the lessons he learned about faith, stewardship, and God's role in the healing process. Together, they tackle some of the biggest questions Christians are asking today… You don't want to miss it! Be sure to stay you and stay true!   Topics we dive into: -Can the spiritual realm affect your physical health? -Is cancer demonic? -Is infertility connected to spiritual warfare? -What does the Bible actually say about fasting, healing, and caring for our bodies? -Hormones, stress, and nutrition -Stewarding your health God's way AND SO MUCH MORE!   Helpful Resources: The Biblio Diet by Jordan Rubin: https://a.co/d/0dsAu0np Get Chapter 14 on Healing Leaves: https://www.jordanrubin.com/thebibliodiet Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Cure: Use code STAYTRUE for 20% off at curehydration.com — or find it on Amazon. Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org.  GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more.   Connect with Stay True!

The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk www.LearningLeader.com Order my new book, "The Price of Becoming." www.LearningLeader.com/Becoming This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My Guest: Clark Lea is the head football coach at Vanderbilt University. He spent 14 years as an assistant coach, including three as defensive coordinator at Notre Dame, before returning to his alma mater in 2021 to inherit a program that had gone winless the year before. He's now the back-to-back SEC Coach of the Year and the architect of one of the great turnarounds in college football history. We recorded this conversation live at our 2026 Learning Leader Growth Summit in Nashville, surrounded by members of the Learning Leader Circle. Key Learnings Clark inherited a Vanderbilt program that went winless the year before. He says he probably screwed up 50% of his first year. The game is how quickly you can pivot. Losing is a powerful teacher. It cleanses and purifies you in ways you don't want but need. You can blame other people, sink into self-pity, or ask: "What am I meant to be learning right now?" Fast-forward 15 years. Look at this moment from a future place of breakthrough. What did you do now that allowed change to occur? "What do I wanna be proud of in the attempt?" Letting go of expected outcomes is what allows you to refine and simplify the way you see the world. Enter the building unguarded. The clearer you are about who you are and what you want, the more obvious it becomes who fits and who doesn't. Different ball, same problems. Clark spends time learning from the Milwaukee Brewers, the Baltimore Ravens, and others. Different industry, same human challenges. Sometimes the different ball is the gift, because you walk in without preconceptions. Knowledge is limiting. Questions illuminate. Once you know something, you stop pursuing it. The questions you ask are the first constraints you put on knowledge. Get past the touchy-feely. Ask: "Tell me what's screwed up here." Problems are always there. Your job is to be willing to look for them. Check the cabinets. Living in a 700-square-foot LA apartment with his wife, Clark would open the cabinets and find them swarming with roaches. The building was fumigated. Two months later, they were back. You can move the pots out and stop checking, or you can keep opening the cabinets. Leaders keep opening the cabinets. Tell people what TO do, not what NOT to do. Rick Neuheisel's lesson. Stop coaching against the bad thing. Manifest what you want to have happen. Hire bunker guys, not logo people. Logos are easy to change. Hire people who'll fight for you in the bunker when it's hard. The Michigan Reset. Before his first game as Notre Dame defensive coordinator, Clark told the team's mental performance coach: "We're gonna be down 50 to nothing at halftime. BK's gonna fire me on the spot. Jerome Bettis and Rocket Ismail will be screaming at me in the tunnel." She asked, "Why don't you trust your players? You think this is all about you?" Have more captains. Clark sits in a room each summer with around 25 players he identifies as leaders. If the people at the leadership table are good, the locker room will be good. The team votes. He draws the line wherever the vote naturally falls. When you try to go opposite of what you're trying to avoid, you eventually become it. Clark spent his first years at Vanderbilt rejecting the program's past. Going opposite. Then he realized it was just attaching his identity to the very thing he was trying to escape. Now he plots toward the vision instead. What got you here won't keep you here. As Clark has grown, the program has grown. Once he understood that, he could sit with a player and listen first, instead of looking to them for affirmation. The mission is winning. Clark scrapped a beautiful, eloquent, unclear mission statement and replaced it with three words. Now every dollar spent, every coach hired, and every player retained is measured against the same lens. Well-better-learned. Vanderbilt's after-action review for every game and every process. What did we do well? What do we need to do better? What did we learn? On Alabama week, Clark's team had the best practice he's ever been a part of. His job each week isn't to tell the team the challenges. It's to give them the plan to win. At halftime against the number one team in the country, he kneeled the team down and said, "It's on a platter for you. Go take it." They beat Alabama.  Stewarding 17-to-22-year-olds means helping them decouple their worth from outcomes. Clark cries in front of his team. His kids are around. His wife is there. His dad is at every practice. The players see a man. A human. A son. "An asshole in a Nike Tech Fit is still an asshole." In the NIL era, Clark fights to keep the locker room from splitting into a million-dollar club, a $500K club, a $30K club, and a $0 club. What you drive doesn't make a man. NIL value doesn't make a man. The grounding is the work. Reflection Questions What are you holding too tightly right now? Whose job are you doing because you don't trust them to do it themselves? Which cabinet have you stopped checking because you're tired of finding the same problem?  Fast-forward 15 years. Looking back at this moment from a place of breakthrough, what are you meant to be learning right now that you've been avoiding? More Learning #681: Clark Lea - Belief is a Practice #281: George Raveling - 8 Decades of Wisdom, from Dr. MLK to Michael Jordan #637: Tom Ryan - Chosen Suffering, Becoming Elite & Life & Leadership  Podcast Chapters 00:00 The Price of Becoming - Pre-Order Now! 00:47 Welcome Back, Clark Lea 02:38 Taking Over a Winless Vanderbilt Program 04:18 What Losing Taught Clark About Hiring 07:52 The Three Things That Light Clark on Fire About Coaching 10:27 Different Ball, Same Problems: Learning From the Milwaukee Brewers 13:14 Knowledge Is Limiting. Questions Illuminate. 18:09 The Introvert Who Had to Learn to Lead the Room 20:13 Brian Kelly and the Bet on Clark Lea 23:19 Why Clark Has More Team Captains Than Anyone in College Football 28:58 The Transfer Portal Pivot and the Culture Reset 33:58 The Mission Is Winning 34:51 "If We Don't Have $3 Million by December, We Won't Have a Program" 37:26 Why Candice Lee Took a Bet on Him 39:53 Inside Alabama Week: The Best Practice He's Ever Been a Part Of 44:03 The Bye Week Reset: Penalties, Third Down, and the Ball 46:11 Beating the No. 1 Team in the Country 49:50 Replacing Diego Pavia's Locker Room Leadership 51:39 Decoupling Worth and Identity From Outcomes 56:27 Hiring Bunker Guys, Not Logo People 01:01:47 "An Asshole in a Nike Tech Fit Is Still an Asshole" 01:04:47 EOPC

“For you know how, like a father with his children, we exhorted each one of you, and encouraged you, and charged you to walk in a manner worthy of God.” - 1 Thessalonians 2:11–12 With Father's Day approaching, it's worth asking a deeper question: What kind of legacy are we leaving as men, as dads, and as stewards of what God has entrusted to us? Jonathan Lewis, President of Eastport Financial Group and Founder of Fathers for Fathers, joined the show today to discuss fatherhood, faith, and the financial discipleship that can shape generations. Fathers for Fathers is a faith-based organization that restores hope, healing, and purpose in the lives of men, especially fathers. A Story God Redeemed Jonathan's passion for fathers is deeply personal. At 15 years old, he experienced the traumatic loss of his father in Nova Scotia. In the years that followed, he carried guilt, grief, and brokenness. He couch-surfed, slept in his car, and eventually joined the Canadian Armed Forces, where discipline helped steady his life. Looking back, Jonathan sees how God used even the painful parts of his story. The wounds and scars that once felt like liabilities have become part of the way he ministers to hurting men today. He points to Revelation 12:11, which speaks of overcoming “by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.” God did not waste Jonathan's story. Instead, He redeemed it and now uses it to help other men find hope and healing. Your Story Is Not Over Many fathers carry silent shame or regret. Some feel they have failed their children. Others feel absent, discouraged, or unsure how to begin again. Jonathan's message to them is simple: Your story is not over if you are still breathing. Too often, men rehearse their failures and live in what Jonathan calls the “depreciation room,” constantly reminding themselves of what they have done wrong. But the gospel invites men to step out of shame and into repentance, responsibility, and renewed purpose. That does not mean minimizing sin or pretending failure has not happened. It means acknowledging what is true, bringing it into the light, and receiving the grace of Christ. As Jonathan explained, change requires contrition. It requires owning mistakes. And ultimately, it requires the substitute who has already stepped in for us: Jesus Christ. The First Step Toward Faithful Fatherhood For fathers who feel distant from their children, the first step may be small, but it should be faithful. Jonathan especially encourages absent fathers not to hide behind excuses. Many men who are not actively involved in their children's lives genuinely want to be, but they feel trapped by regret, conflict, or past failures. Still, faithfulness begins with taking responsibility. That may mean reaching out. It may mean providing financially. It may mean supporting your children's mother with humility and integrity. It may mean confessing hidden sin to a spiritually mature man and inviting him to hold you accountable. The goal is not to shame men, but to call them forward. Fatherhood requires courage, humility, and community. Men were not meant to carry the weight alone. Stewardship Begins at Home Because Jonathan also works with families through Eastport Financial Group, he sees stewardship as more than managing money. Biblical stewardship includes how we handle our time, relationships, influence, responsibilities, and resources. A man may be generous with money but neglect generosity with his love, presence, patience, or encouragement. That misses the point. Faithful stewardship begins at home. It starts with loving one's wife, caring for one's children, and dying to selfishness. Ephesians 5 calls husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church. That kind of love is not merely dramatic sacrifice in a crisis; it is daily self-denial, service, and humility. Jonathan encourages men to “board up the depreciation room” when it comes to their wives and families. Instead of rehearsing frustrations and failures, men should intentionally practice gratitude, honor, and appreciation. From there, stewardship extends into work, provision, financial management, generosity, and spiritual leadership. Providing for one's family matters. Managing finances wisely matters. Going to work matters faithfully. But all of it should flow from a heart submitted to Christ. Financial Discipleship That Shapes Generations Fathers teach financial stewardship whether they realize it or not. Children notice what their fathers value, what they fear, what they chase, and what they trust. A father's legacy is not only measured by what he leaves behind financially. It is also measured by the priorities he models. Does he hold money loosely? Does he give generously? Does he trust God in uncertainty? Does he speak about provision with faith rather than fear? Does he show that people matter more than possessions? Financial discipleship begins when fathers connect money to worship, responsibility, generosity, and dependence on God. It is not merely about teaching children how to budget or save, though those skills matter. It is about showing them that everything belongs to God and that we are called to manage His resources for His glory. Hope for Every Father Some dads feel discouraged. Some feel like failures. Others may be doing many things well, but still sense that God is calling them deeper. The hope of the gospel is that no father is beyond the reach of God's grace. Romans 8 reminds us that nothing can separate God's people from the love of Christ. Not failure. Not regret. Not past sin. Not years of absence. God's grace is not permission to remain passive, but it is the power to repent, return, and walk in newness of life. Fatherhood is a calling that requires courage, but no man has to walk it alone. Through Christ, through the help of godly brothers, and through daily steps of obedience, fathers can leave a legacy of faithfulness that reaches far beyond finances. To learn more about Jonathan Lewis and the ministry of Fathers for Fathers, visit FathersForFathers.org. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I just paid off one credit card and plan to pay off another by the end of the year. Should I stop using them completely, or make a small purchase each month to keep them active? I used to work in real estate and recently found an old cashier's check for about $8,000, possibly from an escrow account. How can I find out whether the bank will still honor it and what steps I need to take to get it paid? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Fathers for Fathers Eastport Financial Group Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.