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Send us Fan MailIf you've never had a smoking tenant, consider yourself lucky — and unprepared. A smoking policy for landlords isn't just a nice-to-have anymore. It's the industry standard. But if your lease only says "no cigarettes," you may have more gaps than you realize. Vaping, e-cigarettes, cigars, and cannabis all need to be spelled out — and most older leases don't cover them.Here's what often gets overlooked: the stakes are completely different depending on what kind of property you own. A single-family home carries primarily financial and fire-related risk. But in a duplex or multi-unit building, secondhand smoke travels through shared walls, vents, and HVAC systems — and a non-smoking tenant who's being exposed may have grounds to claim a breach of the implied warranty of habitability. The bigger the building, the higher the legal liability.In this episode, Kevin and I cover why smoke-free is now the industry standard, what your no-smoking clause actually needs to say, how enforcement works when a tenant violates it, and a real story from our Sacramento six-plex during COVID that made the cost of a weak smoking policy very, very clear.Nothing on this podcast is legal advice. Please consult a real estate attorney in your state before finalizing any lease language.Links & References Mentioned in This EpisodeEpisode 128  AI Is Your New Business Partner American Nonsmokers' Rights Foundation ChangeLab Solutions (Smoke-Free Housing Resources)EZ Landlord Forms State Specific Leases for LandlordsConnect with Us: 

Text Us!In this episode of Raising Disabled, we are talking about how to avoid "glass child syndrome" with Deanna Dawson LPC.  Deanna is co-owner of The Springs Therapy in Lubbock, Texas and is a parent of her disabled daughter Joy.  You can learn more about her family in our episode Deanna Raising Joy.Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?! TEXT US!Welcome to a new season of The Seek and Find Podcast. This season we are digging deep into God word through our lifestyle and testimonies in the outdoors. Obedience Brings Blessings!In this episode, Reese and Amber Richards dive into John 1:19–34, exploring the testimony of John the Baptist and the importance of knowing your God-given assignment. As religious leaders questioned John about who he was, he remained steadfast in his purpose—not to draw attention to himself, but to point others to Jesus, the Lamb of God. Together, we discuss what it looks like to walk in humility, remain faithful to your calling, and keep Christ at the center of your life and ministry. Join us as we unpack how John's example challenges us to live with purpose and boldly direct others to Jesus. Whether you're discerning your calling or seeking encouragement to stay focused on God's mission for your life, this conversation will strengthen and inspire your faith.Support the showPRAISE GOD! ✝︎Seek And Find Tv on YouTubeSeek And Find Tv on Carbon TvSponsors:Coffman Outdoors: E BikesBearded Outdoors USA:Beard Care ProductsNEW "In The Cabin" scent out now!OFB Veteran Fundraising BanquetInfo and Tickets to eventFREE Beard Care for veterans

Questions? Comments? Text Us!What is the spiritual meaning of suffering, and why is suffering such a real part of human life? In this What's On Our Mind conversation, Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon explore suffering, grief, compassion, spiritual growth, and the ways reality discloses itself personally to each of us.Drawing from God: An Autobiography, Radically Personal, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and the New Axial Age, this episode reflects on suffering not as a meaningless accident, but as part of the real terrain of life. Jerry and Scott discuss why pain can become information, why grief can reveal love and meaning, and how different spiritual traditions can help us respond to suffering with humility, discernment, and compassion.The conversation also considers God's presence in human suffering, the role of personal spiritual experience, and the question of how each person is called to respond to reality as it unfolds. For anyone seeking meaning in grief, pain, loss, or spiritual struggle, this episode offers a thoughtful reflection on suffering, healing, and the search for divine presence in a real and difficult world.Related Episodes:283. Why Suffering Is the Law of Growth: What to Accept, What to Change- From God to Jerry to You284. Suffering, Purpose, and the Courage to Keep Living Fully | Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue285. A New Axial Age? Religion and Spiritual Transformation- Radically Personal286. What's Your Spiritual Story?: Dr Stephen Spector on the Bible as Literature and the Nature of GodGet the books:Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial AgeGod: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher***Ultimate Questions***Listen to the full episode and explore the question with a community of philosophers and seekers.Join the Ultimate Questions conversation on calling and divine guidance: https://substack.com/@ultimatequestionsOther Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:The Life Wisdom Project – Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.From God to Jerry to You – Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God – A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue – Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story – Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind – Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.What's On Your Mind – Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically PersonalShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?! TEXT US!Welcome to a new season of The Seek and Find Podcast. This season we are digging deep into God word through our lifestyle and testimonies in the outdoors. Obedience Brings Blessings!In this episode, Reese and Amber Richards dive into John 1:1-18, exploring how Jesus is revealed as the eternal Word who became flesh and dwelt among us. Together, we discuss what it means to recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit, receive God's truth and grace, and walk in the light of Christ. Join us as we unpack the powerful connection between knowing Jesus and experiencing the work of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives. Whether you're seeking a deeper relationship with God or simply wanting to better understand this foundational passage, this conversation will encourage and challenge your faith.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPRAISE GOD! ✝︎Seek And Find Tv on YouTubeSeek And Find Tv on Carbon TvSponsors:Coffman Outdoors: E BikesBearded Outdoors USA:Beard Care ProductsNEW "In The Cabin" scent out now!OFB Veteran Fundraising BanquetInfo and Tickets to eventFREE Beard Care for veterans

Send us Fan MailWhat if you had a business advisor on call at two in the morning when your tenant sends a threatening email, your insurance company denies a claim, or you need to know your rights before calling your attorney the next day? That advisor exists — and it's AI. In this episode of the Your Landlord Resource Podcast, Kevin and I get real about how we use artificial intelligence in our own rental property business, share the specific moments where it saved us time, money, and a lot of stress, and walk you through exactly how to use it yourself.We cover two real stories that changed how we think about AI as a landlord tool. The first involves a domestic violence situation at our Sacramento 6-plex, where uploading our actual lease to ChatGPT at eleven o'clock at night gave us a detailed, clause-by-clause analysis of our options before we ever called our attorney — who couldn't add a single thing to what AI had already told us. The second involves a landlord in our community who used AI to find buried language in their insurance policy after a tree removal claim was denied, and recovered thousands of dollars as a result. Both stories come down to the same thing: having the right information at the right time changes everything.Beyond the stories, we break down six practical categories where AI is making a real difference for self-managing landlords: document analysis, tenant communication, financial analysis, legal and compliance research, maintenance triage, and staying current on landlord-tenant law. We also walk through the third-story review of Kid 2's Idaho duplex lease — where AI caught confusing utility billing language, missing ESA acknowledgment, vaping and smoke remediation clauses, a plumbing liability gap, and a winter vacancy notification requirement that could have meant frozen pipes.One of my favorite parts of this episode is the prompting segment, because it's where most people get stuck. The quality of what AI gives you is almost entirely determined by what you give it. We teach you the four-element prompt framework — Role, Context, Document, and Output — and share word-for-word example prompts you can use for lease analysis, insurance claim denials, contractor bids, and tenant communications. You'll be able to use these the same day you listen.We also address the one thing that stops a lot of landlords from trusting AI: accuracy. AI can be wrong, and we don't sugarcoat that. We explain what hallucination means, why AI's knowledge has a cutoff date, and — most importantly — how to prompt AI specifically so it flags its own uncertainty instead of filling gaps with confident guesses. We even share the truth protocol we added to our own AI settings to keep answers grounded in verified, citable information. AI is not your attorney, your CPA, or your insurance professional. But used correctly, it will make every conversation you have with those professionals more informed, more efficient, and a lot less expensive.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE•      How Kevin and Stacie used AI on a domestic violence lease situation — and what a one-hour session revealed that matched their attorney and the California Apartment Association almost verbatim•      How a landlord in their community used AI to recover thousands in a denied insurance tree-removal claim by finding buried policy language•      The six practical categories where AI delivers real value for self-managing landlords: document analysis, tenant communication, financial analysis, legal research, maintenance triage, and staying current•      How Stacie used Claude AI to evaluate a 34-unit building purchase using her actual financial profile — and what it revealed about her investment position•      How AI reviewed Kid 2's Idaho duplex lease and caught seven critical gaps including ESA language, vaping clauses, plumbing liability transfer, utility billing confusion, and a winter vacancy notification requirement•      The four-element prompt framework — Role, Context, Document, Output — and why vague questions get vague answers•      Word-for-word example prompts you can use right now for lease analysis, insurance denials, contractor bids, and tenant communications•      What AI hallucination means and why it matters for landlords asking legal or insurance questions•      How to prompt AI to flag its own uncertainty instead of guessing — including four specific accuracy prompts•      The truth protocol Stacie added to her AI settings — and how to set it up in ChatGPT and Claude•      Why AI is a first-pass tool, not a final authority — and how to use it to show up to attorney and CPA meetings better prepared and more efficient•      What to upload (and what never to upload) when using AI with sensitive rental documentsEpisode 20 – The Nuts and Bolts of Residential Rental Property InsuranceEZ Landlord Forms – State-specific lease templates mentioned in the episode – https://www.ezlandlordforms.comChatGPT – https://chat.openai.comClaude AI – https://claude.aiConnect with Us: 

Questions? Comments? Text Us!In this deeply personal installment of What's Your Spiritual Story, Jerry L. Martin speaks with Dr. Stephen Spector, professor of English, scholar of religion and literature, and author, for a profound conversation about spiritual experience, suffering, miracles, the Bible, and the changing nature of God.Spector recounts the moment that transformed his life forever. At fifteen years old, after his mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer and given only weeks to live, he made a bargain with God. What followed would shape his spiritual life, his understanding of faith, and his lifelong relationship with scripture.Drawing from his background in medieval literature, biblical interpretation, psychology, and Jewish thought, Dr. Spector explores the Bible not only as sacred text, but as a living literary and psychological journey. Together, he and Jerry discuss Genesis, trauma, forgiveness, Jewish identity, evangelical support for Israel, Jewish-Christian dialogue, Ethiopian Jews, Isaac's suffering, the problem of evil, and the surprising idea that God may grow and change through relationship with humanity.This episode is thoughtful, intellectually rich, emotionally honest, and deeply human — ideal for listeners interested in spirituality, theology, religion, philosophy, biblical interpretation, spiritual transformation, and the search for meaning.What does it mean to wrestle with God? Can suffering transform us? And what happens when we begin reading scripture not as distant history, but as a living story about becoming human?Join the conversation on the Ultimate Questions Substack: Does each of us have a personal calling that responds to something beyond ourselves?Get the books:Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial AgeGod: An Autobiography, As Told to a PhilosopherOther Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:Radically Personal: Reflections on lived experience, divine encounter, and personal vocation, drawing on a seeker-centered approach to spirituality in a new Axial Age.From God to Jerry to You: Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue: Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story: Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind: Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God: A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.The Life Wisdom Project: Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.What's On Your Mind: Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Share Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Send us Fan MailYou know the neighborhood when you buy. But do you really know it now that you own and manage the property?In this Shorty episode of the Your Landlord Resource Podcast, Kevin and Stacie take a topic they first introduced in Episode 23 and go deeper — moving beyond marketing copy to explore what it truly means to understand the neighborhood surrounding your rental property.From discovery walks and walk scores to fair housing guardrails and tenant retention, this conversation is packed with practical insights that help self-managing landlords become more confident, more informed, and more competitive in their local rental market.LINKS & REFERENCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEEpisode 23 – Tips On Marketing Your Rental Property, Part 1Blog Post: Know Your Rental NeighborhoodFind Your Walk ScoreEPA National Walkability IndexPublic Crime Data: SpotCrimeFair Housing Institute – Fair Housing Certification Courses (Use Code: YLR26 for 20% off first order)Connect with Us: 

Text Us!In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to Vernon Jackson about cutting disabled children's hair, his viral haircut videos, and why he has decided to make this into a ministry for the disabled community. To learn more about how to donate a haircut to a child, visit Vernon's website at giftedevent.com and follow him on Instagram and TikTok too!Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Questions? Comments? Text Us!Jerry L. Martin explores the idea that humanity may be entering a New Axial Age: a new era of spiritual transformation shaped by globalization, interreligious encounter, and expanding spiritual consciousness.Drawing from philosopher Karl Jaspers, Wilfred Cantwell Smith, Robert Bellah, and Theology Without Walls, he reflects on whether the world's religions represent competing systems of belief or different dimensions of divine revelation.Beginning with the remarkable story of Saint Josaphat — a Christian saint whose story traces back to the Buddha — this episode explores “religion in the singular,” mystical experience, comparative religion, and the possibility that spiritual truth has always moved dynamically across cultures and traditions.What happens when inherited religious boundaries begin to loosen? Could humanity be moving toward a more open and interconnected understanding of spiritual reality?Get the books: Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial Age | God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher*********We continue these spiritual and philosophical conversations through Ultimate Questions, a public discussion project of Theology Without Walls on Substack.Join the conversation and share your perspective on life's deepest questions: https://ultimatequestions.substack.com*********Other Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:Radically Personal: Reflections on lived experience, divine encounter, and personal vocation, drawing on a seeker-centered approach to spirituality in a new Axial Age.From God to Jerry to You: Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue: Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story: Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind: Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God: A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.The Life Wisdom Project: Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.What's On Your Mind: Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comUltimate Questions SubstackGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically PersonalShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

We live split lives: The Optimized Self (Avatar) vs. The Exhausted Self (Soul). We treat our emotions like "bugs" in the code, things to be patched or ignored. Your glitch isn't a mistake; it's a dashboard light. It's your soul screaming that the system is incompatible with your design. God doesn't want to fix your Avatar; He wants to resurrect the Real You buried under the optimization. Text Us (650) 600-0402 | Connect with us

Send us Fan MailMost landlords spend years building a rental portfolio — and almost no time planning what happens to it when they're gone. Whether you have no estate plan in place or think you have everything handled, this episode may reveal a gap you didn't know existed.In this episode of the Your Landlord Resource Podcast, Kevin and Stacie walk through the most common estate planning mistakes rental property owners make — many of which they discovered firsthand when creating their own living trust. From assuming a simple will is enough, to forgetting to fund the trust as your portfolio grows, to mismatched documents between spouses, this conversation covers the practical and emotional side of getting your estate plan right.They also cover two estate planning tools that many landlords overlook entirely: Power of Attorney and the stepped-up basis tax rule — and they explain why having a Standard Operating Procedures manual is just as important as the legal documents themselves when it comes to protecting your rental business and the people you love.LINKS & REFERENCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEEpisode 6 – Standard Operating Procedures for LandlordsPower of Attorney Article – Your Landlord ResourceProperty Management Software with Digital Lease and Tenant Records Management:•      TurboTenant •      Innago •      Avail •      DoorLoop Connect with Us: 

Questions? Comments? Text Us!What happens when suffering enters a new season of life? How do we face aging, grief, limitation, and uncertainty without surrendering our sense of purpose?In the latest Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue, the married philosophers return for another stimulating dialogue exploring suffering, aging, calling, and the search for meaning. Beginning with the Serenity Prayer and the Stoic distinction between what we can and cannot control, the conversation moves into deeper questions about suffering as a source of growth, the temptation to “give up” too early in life, and the challenge of remaining fully engaged with one's purpose.Abigail reflects on resisting cultural narratives of decline, particularly those imposed on women, while sharing her thoughts on aging, neuropathy, resilience, and refusing to “die before you're dead.” Jerry connects these reflections to themes from God: An Autobiography, including the idea that “suffering is the law of growth in the universe.”The discussion also explores antisemitism, historical responsibility, Aristotle's vision of human flourishing, the story of David and Goliath, and the question of what it means to live in alignment with one's deepest calling.This is a rich and personal conversation about suffering, purpose, spiritual courage, and remaining fully alive on the timeline of human history.Whether you are navigating grief, searching for meaning, or trying to discern what still has your name on it, Episode 284 offers a thoughtful and deeply human exploration of the courage required to keep living fully. Other Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:The Life Wisdom Project – Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.From God to Jerry to You – Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God – A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue – Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story – Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind – Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.What's On Your Mind – Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically Personal, Confessions of a Young Philosopher, A Good Look at EvilShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Send us Fan MailMost landlords don't think twice when a teenager has been living in their rental for years. But the moment that kid turns 18, something quietly shifts — and if you're not paying attention, it can cost you.In this Shorty episode of the Your Landlord Resource Podcast, Kevin and I dig into one of those landlord blind spots that doesn't announce itself until something goes wrong. We're talking about what actually happens — legally and practically — when a minor living in your rental unit becomes an adult, and why doing nothing about it is one of the riskiest moves you can make as a self-managing landlord.Here's what surprises most people: screening an 18-year-old occupant has nothing to do with income. You're not evaluating whether they can pay rent — their parent is still responsible for that. What you are doing is finding out if this adult, who now has zero legal obligation to you, has any background history you should know about before letting the situation continue unchecked.We share two real stories from our own experience — including one from our own portfolio that, honestly, we're still a little embarrassed about — and walk through the difference between adding a young adult as a full co-tenant versus using an adult occupant addendum, and why that distinction matters more than most landlords realize. We also talk through what happens when something catastrophic occurs with the primary leaseholder, and why having the right lease language in place before that birthday arrives can save everyone from an impossible situation.If you have a tenant with a teenager living in your rental — or you're drafting a new lease and kids are part of the household — this one is for you.Connect with Us: 

Text Us!In this episode, we talk to Dr. Tye Martin about his life with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, his academic career, and what it's like living with a disability.You can follow Tye on Instagram @dr.tyedmartin or subscribe to his podcast The TYEPOD HERE.Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Questions? Comments? Text Us!In Episode 283 of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, Jerry L. Martin reflects on a striking idea given in prayer: “Suffering is the law of growth in the universe.” Through personal experience and philosophical insight, he explores what this means in everyday life in this From God to Jerry to You.Drawing on Stoic Philosophy and the Serenity Prayer, this episode asks a central question: how do we know what to accept, and what we are called to change?From aging and illness to habits and difficult decisions, discernment becomes essential. Not all suffering can be avoided—but it can be understood, and sometimes transformed.The episode also turns to love. When life changes, when abilities fade, what does it mean to love someone for who they are, not what they do?This is a reflection on suffering, growth, and the wisdom to live through both.Other Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:The Life Wisdom Project – Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.From God to Jerry to You – Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God – A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue – Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story – Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind – Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.What's On Your Mind – Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comUltimate Questions SubstackGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically PersonalShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Questions? Comments? Text Us!In Episode 282, Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon explore moral ambiguity and how we make decisions when the right answer isn't clear. What replaces fixed rules in a complex world? The conversation also turns to at-homeness, whether it's something we seek or something we already are, connecting action, faith, and calling. Listen to the full episode and explore the question with a community of philosophers and seekers.Join the Ultimate Questions conversation on calling and divine guidance: https://substack.com/@ultimatequestionsRelated Episodes:281. What's Your Spiritual Story?: Hans on Spiritual but Not Religious & Religious Seeking280. What Has Your Name on It? Calling, Truth, and Discernment- Radically Personal279. Can You Ever Do the Right Thing? Moral Ambiguity | Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue278. The Cost of Doing What's Right: Moral Ambiguity in Real Life- From God to Jerry to YouOther Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:The Life Wisdom Project – Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.From God to Jerry to You – Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God – A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue – Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story – Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind – Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.What's On Your Mind – Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically PersonalShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Send us Fan MailRunning rental properties efficiently often comes down to having the right systems in place. In this episode, Kevin and I walk through a very effective landlord system we've created for our rentals — our unit binder.A unit binder for landlords is a simple system we place inside every rental unit that answers common tenant questions, explains how appliances work, and provides helpful information about the property. Over time, this system has dramatically reduced tenant questions, prevented unnecessary maintenance calls, and helped our tenants handle everyday situations more independently.Inside the binder we include property information like trash schedules, parking rules, inspection expectations, and appliance care instructions. We also use QR codes that link to short instructional videos so tenants can troubleshoot common issues without needing to contact us.What started as a simple idea has turned into one of the most valuable landlord systems we use in our rental business. It helps our tenants feel supported while also allowing us to manage our properties more efficiently.If you're a self-managing landlord looking to reduce tenant questions, prevent maintenance issues, and operate your rentals more professionally, let us walk you through how our unit binder system works and how you can build one for your own properties.LINKS & REFERENCESEpisode 119  Roommate Tenants and Why We Don't Prefer ThemKwikSet Halo Smart Lock Touchscreen & Deadbolt: Kwikset Halifax Passage DoorknobQR Code GeneratorEmergency Gas Shutoff WrenchFront Load Washer Door PropGarbage Disposal Hex KeyClean Dryer Lint Trap SignConnect with Us: 

Text Us!In this episode, Deonna and Rhandyl share the high, low, and buffalo (random thing that happened) from spring break, Easter, and the past few weeks. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Questions? Comments? Text Us!What does it mean to be spiritual but not religious, and can that way of life be taken seriously, both intellectually and spiritually?In this episode, Hans le Grand shares his journey from physicist to theologian, and the question that shaped his work: what do religious seekers actually have in common? Drawing on his book Life Seeking Understanding, Hans explores the idea of a “theology of religious seeking”—a way of thinking about spirituality that moves beyond traditional religious boundaries while still engaging the deepest questions of meaning, truth, and growth.This conversation touches on liberal theology, Unitarian Universalism, and the challenge of constructing a spiritual framework in a world where millions identify as spiritual but not religious.If you've ever felt caught between belief and exploration, this episode offers a thoughtful and compelling path forward.Join the conversation on Ultimate Questions: What does it mean to seek without a fixed framework?Get the books: Life Seeking Understanding: How Spiritual but Not Religious and Other Seekers Can Construct Their Own TheologyRadically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial Age God: An Autobiography, As Told to a PhilosopherOther Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:Radically Personal: Reflections on lived experience, divine encounter, and personal vocation, drawing on a seeker-centered approach to spirituality in a new Axial Age.From God to Jerry to You: Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue: Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story: Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind: Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God: A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.The Life Wisdom Project: Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.What's On Your Mind: Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Share Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Send us Fan MailOwning rental property isn't just about collecting rent — it's about running a service-based business. And whether landlords realize it or not, their tenants are customers. The way you communicate, handle maintenance, and manage the living experience inside your rental property can directly impact tenant satisfaction, lease renewals, and the long-term success of your rental business.In this episode of the Your Landlord Resource Podcast, Kevin and I talk about why customer service is such an important part of being a landlord. Many owners assume the best strategy is to simply stay out of the tenant's way and only respond when something goes wrong. But in our experience, landlords who focus on communication, responsiveness, and professionalism tend to build stronger tenant relationships and experience fewer problems over time.We share real examples from our own rental properties about responding to maintenance requests, communicating repair plans, notifying tenants about work being done on the property, and creating clear communication procedures. We also discuss why tenants should always have a backup contact when landlords are unavailable and how small gestures — like welcome gifts or birthday cards — can make tenants feel valued.These simple practices may seem small, but they can make a significant difference in how tenants perceive their landlord and their living experience.If you want to improve tenant relationships, reduce turnover, and run your rental property more professionally, this episode will give you practical ideas to strengthen the customer service side of your rental business.LINKS & REFERENCESEpisode 87 Essential Communication Methods Every Landlord Should KnowTouchUp Cups 3M Claw Picture Hanger Connect with Us: 

Questions? Comments? Text Us!What if the most important decisions in your life don't feel like choices at all?In this episode of Radically Personal, Jerry L. Martin explores calling not as something we choose, but something we recognize—something that can feel required—even when it is unclear or difficult.Beginning with an epistemology of trust, he challenges the idea that knowledge starts with doubt. We rely on our experience from the start—but when it comes to calling, that raises a harder question: how do we know which inner promptings to trust?Not every voice carries authority. And yet, the responsibility to discern cannot be handed off to anyone else.Drawing on the idea of dharma in the Bhagavad Gita, the episode turns to a more specific question: what is being asked of you—here, now, in the life you are actually living?At the center is a question that resists abstraction: what task has your name on it?One way to approach this question is through three others: what are you being called to do, who or what is doing the calling, and who is the one being called?Each answer carries its own kind of authority—and its own risk of misreading. The challenge is not only to listen, but to discern.Get the books: Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial Age | God: An Autobiography, As Told to a PhilosopherOther Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:Radically Personal: Reflections on lived experience, divine encounter, and personal vocation, drawing on a seeker-centered approach to spirituality in a new Axial Age.From God to Jerry to You: Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue: Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story: Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind: Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God: A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.The Life Wisdom Project: Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.What's On Your Mind: Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comUltimate Questions SubstackGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically PersonalShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Send us Fan MailSpring is the perfect time for landlords to take a close look at their rental properties after months of winter weather. Wind, rain, snow, and temperature swings can cause hidden damage that many owners won't notice until problems become expensive repairs.In this episode of the Your Landlord Resource Podcast, Kevin and I share the five spring maintenance tips we focus on every year to help protect our rentals. These inspections help identify small issues before they turn into major structural problems that can cost thousands of dollars to fix.We talk about everything from inspecting roofs and cleaning gutters to checking mechanical systems like HVAC units and water heaters before summer arrives. We also explain why communicating with your tenants before inspections can help uncover problems you might otherwise miss.Spring is also a great time to evaluate curb appeal, landscaping, and exterior safety issues such as loose railings, cracked walkways, and damaged siding. Even small maintenance tasks can make a big difference in protecting property value and keeping tenants safe and happy.If you own rental property, these spring maintenance tips will help you stay proactive, reduce costly repairs, and keep your investment property running smoothly all year long.LINKS & REFERENCESFREE Spring Maintenance ChecklistEpisode 4 – Importance of Rental Property InspectionsEpisode 42: Deck and Balcony Safety Beyond California SB-721  Connect with Us: 

Text Us!In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to Stacy Faulkner about raising her daughter Addy with Cerebral Palsy and their adoption journey.  You can learn more about Stacy by following their story on Facebook.Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Questions? Comments? Text Us!What if doing the “right thing” isn't always right?In this episode of Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue, a deceptively simple question opens into one of the most difficult problems in moral philosophy: moral ambiguity. Can we ever act with complete moral certainty, or is every meaningful choice marked by tension, compromise, and consequence?Drawing from God: An Autobiography and real-world experience, Jerry lays out three common ways people try to escape this burden: rigid moral rules, the pursuit of moral purity, and the attempt to rise “beyond good and evil.” Together, Jerry and Abigail examine why each approach ultimately fails, and what it means to live honestly within the complexity of real life.Through powerful examples, from the story of Krishna and the Mahabharata to whistleblowers, personal relationships, and philosophical debates from Kant to Aristotle, this conversation moves beyond abstract ethics into lived decision-making. When truth causes harm, when lies may protect, and when action always carries a cost, how do we choose? This episode challenges the idea that morality is about staying pure or being right. Instead, it asks whether the real task is something harder: learning to navigate ambiguity with discernment, responsibility, and courage.If you've ever struggled with a decision that had no clear answer, listen to this conversation; it will stay with you!Other Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:The Life Wisdom Project – Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.From God to Jerry to You – Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God – A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue – Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story – Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind – Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.What's On Your Mind – Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically Personal, Confessions of a Young Philosopher, A Good Look at EvilShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Send us Fan MailDomestic abuse protections in rental housing are something most landlords hope they never have to deal with. Unfortunately, situations involving harassment, intimidation, or safety concerns can arise unexpectedly, and when they do, landlords must understand the legal protections involved.We share a real experience encountered when a tenant invoked domestic abuse protection and legally withdrew from their lease after only four months. While the situation did not involve physical violence, the tenant claimed ongoing bullying and emotional harassment and provided legal documentation that allowed their lease termination with only 14 days' notice.We walk through what happened behind the scenes, including the difficulty landlords can face when privacy laws prevent them from sharing information with other tenants involved. Even though our lease contained clauses related to tenant behavior and the right to quiet enjoyment, we learned that eviction decisions require very specific types of evidence that landlords can legally present.This experience reminded us that being a landlord isn't only about collecting rent and maintaining property. Sometimes it means navigating sensitive human situations while carefully following housing laws and protecting everyone involved.If you've never encountered a tenant's domestic abuse claim, this episode will help you understand the legal basics, privacy considerations, and practical lessons we learned the hard way.LINKS & REFERENCESEpisode 119 Roommate Tenants, Why We Don't Prefer ThemEZLandlord Forms TurboTenantConnect with Us: 

Thinking about buying a brand new home in DFW? Before you walk into a model home and fall in love, you need to hear this. In this episode, Todd and the team break down the real pros and cons of new construction across the Dallas Fort Worth area and some of the things most buyers never hear about. Because here's the truth: New homes can be amazing, but they can also cost you big if you don't understand how they work. We also talk about something super important: Builders are not working for you, they're working for the builder. That doesn't make new construction bad, it just means you need the right strategy and guidance to protect yourself. Bottom line: New construction can be a great opportunity, but only if you go into it informed and prepared.

Thomas is remembered for his doubt, but maybe he should be remembered for his honesty. Jesus doesn't scold him—He shows up. This message affirms that doubt is not the enemy of faith. It's often the doorway to deeper trust. Text Us (650) 600-0402 | Connect with us

Take the No Condemnation Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYQZHPDWhat if the biggest problem was never “them”… but what happens in us?In this final episode of the No Condemnation series, John brings us to a powerful turning point in Romans 1–2. Paul builds a case against “them” — their sin, their failure, their corruption — until the reader is fully on board.And then he turns it: “You, therefore, have no excuse—you who pass judgment…”In this episode, you'll learn:the difference between moral discernment and condemnationwhy labeling people as “them” distorts the hearthow contempt quietly takes root in everyday lifewhy humility is the starting point for real changehow to live with curiosity instead of judgmentThis isn't about ignoring sin. It's about refusing to let condemnation shape your soul. As the series ends, the invitation remains:See people as individuals.Release the need to judge.Choose curiosity.Practice love....because there is now no condemnation.

What makes the cross of Jesus different from every other story of sacrifice?In this episode, John explores the idea of scapegoating through the work of René Girard and how human societies have always dealt with conflict the same way: by finding someone to blame. We find ourselves at the cross. The cross of Jesus changes everything. For the first time, the scapegoat is truly innocent and instead of justifying the system, the cross exposes it.You'll learn:why humans instinctively assign blamehow rivalry and imitation lead to conflictwhat scapegoating looks like in everyday lifehow the cross reveals the truth about human systemswhy God responds to blame with graceIn a world that runs on blame, the cross offers a different way.Not more condemnation.Not more scapegoats.But grace.

Why doesn't shaming actually work?In this episode, Dr. John Ortberg explores two powerful reasons why condemnation and public shaming often backfire and what they do to both the person being judged and the one doing the judging.Drawing from The Scarlet Letter, John shows:- why we never truly know someone else's story- how shame distorts both identity and relationships- why condemnation corrodes the soul of the one who carries it- how modern culture reinforces division and estrangement- what Jesus offers insteadThen he introduces a different calling:The ministry of reconciliation.You'll learn:- why reconciliation is central to the life of Jesus- how to begin moving away from resentment- what to do when relationships feel broken- why prayer is often the first step- how to live without keeping scoreBecause the goal isn't just to avoid condemnation.It's to become someone who brings people back together.SAVE THE DATE: FORMATIONPODCAST.com launches April 22!

What if the biggest problem isn't “out there”… but is actually within?In this episode, John speaks directly to a familiar figure, “Uncle Billy," the person whose words are harsh, sarcastic, and condemning. Everyone knows an "Uncle Billy."But then he turns the question back on each one of us.Drawing from Ephesians 4 and the words of Jesus, John explores:- why condemnation often disguises itself as righteousness- how outrage and sarcasm shape our hearts- what the Bible really means by “unwholesome talk”- how our words can either rot or restore relationships- why kindness is central to following JesusYou'll learn:- how to recognize “unwholesome talk” in everyday life- why it's easier to judge others than examine ourselves- how to begin changing the tone of your words- what it looks like to speak in a way that builds others upBefore we send this message to someone else, we're invited to ask:“Is that me, Lord?”Because there is now no condemnation...even for the parts of us still being transformed.

We're living in a culture of division. So how do you follow Jesus…when you deeply disagree with someone?In this conversation, John Ortberg sits down with Condoleezza Rice to explore how faith shapes the way we navigate politics, disagreement, and relationships.Together, they unpack:- Why it's so hard to love your “opponents”- How to disagree without losing respect- The role of humility, curiosity, and friendship- And why prayer may be the most important habit of allBecause following Jesus doesn't remove disagreement…but it transforms how we live within it.

The women come to the tomb expecting closure. Instead, they meet the risen Christ—alive, personal, and present. The darkest place in history becomes the dawn of eternal nearness. God is not distant. He is risen, and He is here. Text Us (650) 600-0402 | Connect With Us

Why did Jesus have to die? What's the deal with sacrifice? Couldn't God just… forgive?In this Good Friday teaching, Dr. John Ortberg walks through the deeper meaning of the cross.A story that reveals:We all need helpThe real problem isn't “out there”… it's in usAnd the power of evil is not defeated by force…but by self-giving loveOn the cross, Jesus didn't just suffer.He absorbed evil without returning it.He out-loved hatred.He defeated sin by refusing to stop loving.And in doing so, he changed everything.The invitation is not just to believe in the cross…but to live it.

Text Us!In this episode of Dumb Things People Say we talk about the popular phrase “God never gives you more than you can handle” with our special guest Chad Bird.Chad is a Scholar in Residence at 1517, where he brings his deep knowledge of Scripture and theology to readers, listeners, and audiences around the world. You can learn more about Chad by following him on Instagram at @chadlbird or listen to his podcast HERE.Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Not all condemnation is loud.Some of it is… sneaky.In this episode, John Ortberg walks through 10 passive-aggressive habits that quietly damage relationships—things like eye rolls, silence, sarcasm, and “I'm fine.”The twist?Jesus never used them.He was direct. Honest. Clear.And still… full of love.Because you can avoid conflict…and still be full of condemnation.So today, pay attention:Where are you being indirect instead of honest?Where is frustration leaking out sideways?And ask God to help you speak the truth—without condemnation.

Most people don't struggle with telling the truth…they struggle with how they say it.In this episode, John and Nancy Ortberg unpack what it really means to:“Speak the truth in love.”Through two powerful real-life stories, they show how condemnation quietly grows:- behind people's backs- inside groups- and in our own heartsAnd how it can be replaced with something better:- honesty without attack- truth without shame- connection instead of divisionBecause the goal isn't avoiding hard conversations…It's learning how to have them without condemnation.

Shamed people… shame people.So what do you do with the shame you carry?In this episode, John Ortberg shows how Jesus faced shame—and refused to let it define him.From rejection and ridicule to the cross itself, Jesus endured it all…but scorned the shame.And that changes everything for us.Because shame says:“You're not enough.”“You don't belong.”“You are what went wrong.”But Jesus tells a different story.Today's invitation is simple:Notice when shame shows upRefuse to let it define youLet Jesus tell your storyBecause you were never meant to live under shame.

How does Jesus change the world? Not through force. Not through control. Not by winning arguments.It's through the cross.In this episode, John looks at a quote from Jesus during one of his most painful moments: “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do.” He draws people in not by power, but by self-giving love.Drawing from John 12, Luke 23, and the story of Jesus' final hours, John shows how the cross reveals character under pressure:not retaliation, but surrendernot condemnation, but forgivenessnot control, but trustThe truth is, the cross is more than a teaching. It's a story. Even when life gets disappointing, or people let us down, or we feel hurt beyond measure, we can choose to double down on the cross. Remember: There is now, therefore, no condemnation. 

In Gethsemane, Jesus prays “not my will, but yours.” Even as God in flesh, He wrestles—and chooses intimacy over escape. This week, we follow Jesus into the garden where closeness to the Father led Him toward the cross. Text Us (650) 600-0402 | Connect With Us

Why do so many conversations leave people feeling worse instead of better?In this episode, John walks through a powerful framework for communicating without condemnation, based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg:observe without evaluatingname your feelingsidentify your needsmake clear requestsThen he shows what it looks like in real life through one of Jesus' most famous conversations — His encounter with the Samaritan woman in John 4.Instead of judging or correcting her, Jesus:crosses social and relational barrierslistens beneath the surfacespeaks truth without shamecreates connection before correctionAnd the result?A woman who felt fully known… and still accepted.You'll learn:why most communication quietly damages relationshipshow to speak truth without condemnationwhat it means to listen for deeper needshow curiosity can transform difficult conversationswhy being known and accepted changes everythingBecause the goal isn't to win the conversation.It's to love the person.

We live in a cancel culture.Accountability matters — but somewhere along the way, accountability became condemnation. Not just “that was wrong,” but “you are done.”In this episode, John explores:the rise of cancel culture and public shamingwhy shame and condemnation rarely lead to real changethe difference between calling people out and calling them inthe surprising place the word “cancel” shows up in the New Testamentand what Jesus actually does with sin and peopleDrawing from voices like Jon Ronson, Adam Grant, and Loretta Ross, John points to a deeper truth:God does not cancel people. God cancels sin.At the cross — the ultimate place of public shame — Jesus absorbs condemnation and disarms it.Which means: Your sin can be canceled… but you are not.And neither is anyone else.There is now no condemnation.

What if you've been reading the Bible… the wrong way?In this episode, John shares three unexpected tools for giving up condemnation:lighten upbring your shadow (your own capacity for failure)read everything in the shadow of the cross Drawing on insights from Phillip Cary and the story of Jonah, John challenges a common habit: reading ourselves as the “good” characters while judging everyone else.Instead, we're invited to identify with the ones who get it wrong.You'll learn:why moralistic Bible reading fuels judgmenthow humor and humility can disarm condemnationwhat it means to “bring your shadowhow the cross reshapes the way we see otherswhy identifying with failure leads to freedom Because the goal isn't to prove we're better than Jonah…It's to realize we're not.And that's where grace begins.And there is now no condemnation. 

How does someone go from being full of condemnation… to writing, “There is now no condemnation”?In this episode, John explores the transformation of Paul — a man driven by zeal, judgment, and certainty — who encounters the risen Jesus and sees everything differently.Drawing on insights from What Saint Paul Really Said, John unpacks what Paul actually meant by “justification by faith” — and why it's not about earning salvation or simply believing a doctrine.You'll learn:what Paul's zeal was really aboutwhy “justification” means being vindicated, not just forgiventhe difference between trusting Jesus and believing about Himhow Jesus redefines who belongswhy seeing Jesus in others changes everythingAs you move through your day, you're invited into a simple but powerful practice:“It could be the Lord.”Because when you begin to see people that way, condemnation starts to fall away.And there is now no condemnation.

What if our biggest barrier with God isn't sin, but politeness?In this episode, John Ortberg explores a surprising truth from Scripture: God isn't looking for polished prayers. He's inviting honest relationship. Through the story of Job, we discover something shocking:Job rages. Questions God. Speaks words that feel almost dangerous. And yet—God says Job spoke what is right. Why? Because honesty draws us closer to God while polite distance keeps Him far away.Even Jesus cried out on the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”So if you've ever felt:confuseddisappointedhurtunsure what God is doingYou're not alone, and you don't have to hide it.Today's invitation is simple: Be real with God.Because the path to deeper faith isn't pretending—it's honesty.

Jesus shares a table with tax collectors, sinners, and doubters. The intimacy of a shared meal breaks down shame and separation. God doesn't wait for our perfection—He sits with our mess. Text Us (650) 600-0402 | Connect With Us

We don't throw stones anymore.Except… we do.Online.In conversations.With a look, a tone, a pause.In this episode, John Ortberg unpacks one of the most famous and unsettling teachings of Jesus:“Let the one without sin cast the first stone.”Through a powerful contrast between ancient scapegoating and the story of the woman in John 8, we see what Jesus is really doing:Not denying sin.Not ignoring truth.But interrupting condemnation.Because there is something in every human heart that wants:someone to blamesomeone to shamesomeone to bring downBut Jesus offers a different way.A way where:truth is spokensin is taken seriouslybut people are not crushedThe invitation today is simple—and hard:Put down the stone.Because the moment you release condemnation,you make space for grace.There is now… therefore… no condemnation.

Criticism is inevitable.Condemnation is optional.In this episode, John Ortberg explores one of the most important distinctions for spiritual growth: how to receive criticism without absorbing condemnation.Drawing from the life of King David, we see a man who:Refused to take revenge when attackedIgnored false condemnationYet humbly received painful truth when it mattered mostThe Bible consistently teaches us:Listen to criticism.Learn from correction.But do not internalize condemnation.Because condemnation attacks your identity—while healthy criticism can transform your life.So what do you do when criticism comes?Instead of getting defensive…lean in.“Is there anything else?”This simple posture can turn even hard conversations into opportunities for growth.Because when you are rooted in God's love,you don't have to protect your ego—you're free to grow.There is now… therefore… no condemnation.

Condemnation doesn't start with what we say.It starts with how we see people.In this episode, John Ortberg explores the root of condemnation and a critical distinction that can change the way we live: observation vs. evaluation.Drawing from insights in Nonviolent Communication, John shows how easily our minds move from simply noticing behavior to assigning judgment, criticism, or contempt. And once that shift happens, condemnation begins to grow.Jesus addressed this problem directly in the Sermon on the Mount when he said:“First take the plank out of your own eye.”The real issue isn't just our words — it's our perception.When we learn to see people the way Jesus sees them — as bearers of God's image — our responses change. Curiosity replaces contempt. Love replaces judgment.Today's practice is simple but powerful:As you move through your day, pause and ask:What would Jesus see when he looks at this person?Because when we change how we see,we change how we love.And in Christ, there is now… therefore… no condemnation.