Podcasts about true riches

Most people would say their most important relationships are with their spouse, children, or close friends. These connections are deeply meaningful and essential. But there's one relationship that surpasses them all—your relationship with God.You might be wondering, What does my relationship with God have to do with money? That's a fair question—and the answer is, quite a lot.While human relationships are a gift from the Lord, none carry more eternal weight than our relationship with Him. God invites us into close fellowship, and how we manage what He's given us is part of that journey.The Bible provides three foundational truths to help us understand the significance of this relationship, especially when it comes to money.1. God Owns EverythingColossians 1:16 says,“For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible... all things were created through him and for him.”God is the Creator and Owner of everything, including your money, time, possessions, and even your abilities.2. God Entrusts Us With His Resources1 Peter 4:10 tells us,“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace…”We don't own anything outright. God entrusts us with resources so we can steward them faithfully and generously.3. God Desires a Close Relationship with YouJames 4:8 says,“Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.”God is not distant. He wants a daily, personal relationship with you—one in which trust, dependence, and obedience shape every area of your life, including your finances.Money Is a Spiritual MatterThe Bible contains over 2,300 verses about money and possessions. Why so many? Because how we handle money reflects the condition of our hearts.As our friend Howard Dayton has said, managing money according to God's wisdom deepens our fellowship with Christ. Jesus called this kind of relationship “true riches.”Luke 16:11 says,“If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches?”When we manage money well—not to earn God's favor but as an act of worship—we reveal a heart that trusts Him.Heart Check: What's Standing in the Way?Sometimes, obstacles get in the way of this kind of faithful stewardship. They usually fall into two categories:1. Financial NeglectThis is unintentional. Life gets busy, and organizing your finances can feel overwhelming or unimportant. But ignoring your money can lead to stress, disorganization, and missed opportunities to serve and give.A practical step: Download the FaithFi app. It offers three easy ways to set up a spending plan and track your money. It's a simple tool to help you begin stewarding faithfully.2. Financial IdolatryThis is more subtle. You may be diligent in budgeting, saving, or investing, but you still hold your money tightly, unwilling to surrender it to God.Jesus said in Matthew 6:24,“No one can serve two masters... You cannot serve God and money.”Money can become a rival to God's rightful place in our hearts. We may hesitate to give generously or support Kingdom work—even though God is calling us to trust Him more deeply.Are You Missing Out on “True Riches”?Some assume that financial choices don't affect their spiritual lives, but that's not what Scripture teaches. If you're not following biblical principles in handling money, what peace or spiritual growth might you be missing?Ask yourself:Do I trust God with my finances?Am I generous with what He's given me?Is my financial life aligned with His Word?If any of this resonates with you, don't wait. Commit your finances to the Lord in prayer, and then follow through by managing them according to biblical wisdom.Start with the FaithFi app—not just to budget but to renew your perspective. It connects you to trusted Christian financial content and helps you integrate your faith with every financial decision you make.True riches aren't found in net worth or material success. They're found in knowing Christ and faithfully stewarding what He's entrusted to you—for His glory.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have a $220,000 CD earning 0.6% interest and a loan that will increase from 2.9% to 4.4-6%. Should I use the CD to pay off the loan completely or partially?Is it better to make a direct cash contribution of $5,000 to an organization or set up an endowment that would provide them with a few hundred dollars annually?I'm a retired military veteran with an annual income of $117,000 from military retirement, VA disability, Social Security, and state retirement. I want to ensure my wife is financially secure if she outlives me. Should we increase her 401(k) contributions or use another investment mechanism?My property taxes and mortgage payments have skyrocketed, making my monthly payments unaffordable. What are my options for dealing with these increases?I have $2,500 extra and want to pay down credit card debt totaling $5,000. I have three cards: one for $200, another for $1,000, and a third for $2,700. Should I pay off the smaller cards first and then focus on the $2,700 card?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly MagazineWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Most people might say their most important relationship is with their spouse, children, or a close friend. But there’s one relationship that surpasses them all. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West will explain how those connections may be valuable and essential, but none hold more eternal significance than your relationship with God. Then Rob will tackle your financial questions. 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.

This morning Pastor Ryan continues our series in Matthew with his sermon, "The Paradox of True Riches."

Running after riches is an endless, empty pursuit. What's the alternative?  Coach Donna Amidon looks at a parable of Jesus to help us put it all into perspective and learn to be rich toward God.For your gift of any amount...you'll receive two copies of The Word Revealed, Jesus Makes Himself Known, one for you and one for someone you care about. Bring life-changing truth to others this Easter through this unique “share this study” resource. These 30 studies in John 1-4 are perfect for:New Christ FollowersSeasoned Christians looking to mentor othersAnyone seeking to deepen their understanding of JesusPairs or small groups wanting to grow in faith togetherClick here to get your copies today.Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.

What is the true riches? Proverbs 13:6–11 looks forward to the sermon in this week's midweek meeting. In these six verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that the true riches are the Lord Himself, and the righteousness by which He provides Himself to us.

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Pursuing gain gains nothing; but, pursuing God, and therefore blessing others, gains everything.

Pursuing gain gains nothing; but, pursuing God, and therefore blessing others, gains everything.

OPEN HEAVENSMATALA LE LAGI MO LE ASO LULU 12 FEPUARI  2025(tusia e Pastor EA Adeboye) Manatu Autu: Oloa moni (True riches) Tauloto -Tusi Paia–Mataio 16:26;“Auā se a le aogā i le tagata pe ‘āfai na te maua le lalolagi uma, ‘ae māumau ai lona ola? Se a fo‘i se mea e avatu e le tagata e togiola ai lona ola?”‭‭Faitauga – Tusi Paia – Mareko 8:34-37O le tele o faalapotopotoga faalilolilo e latou te folafola I tagata le oloa ma le pule, ma isi faamanuiaga matagofie o le ola nei. Afai ua valaaulia oe  e te auai I se faapotopotoga faapea, ou te fautua ia te oe ia e tamoe ese, aua e pepelo uma a latou folafolaga, ‘aua e te auai ai, aua e te iloa ai o se mailei a le fili ua matuā faigata ona e toe alu ese. E te iloa ai o lē a tauanau e lē tiapolo lou agaga e fesuiai ma mea feilafi na faatosina atu ai oe I totonu. O nei mea uma e lē taulia ma faatusa I lou agaga e pei ona faaalia I le tauloto mai le Tusi Paia I le asō. Ioe, e leiloa pe ua tele naua tupe a au uo I lo lou manatu. E latou te fai atu ia te oe I le manaia ma le matagofie o latou olaga, latou te ono lauina lou valea, I lou le auai I ai latou ao faia mea e lē fiafia iai le Atua. Le au pele e, ou te ta'u atu ia te oe le mea moni, o le toatele o I latou, o lo'o ola faafoliga ma o lo'o salamo I le auai ai, ma e tele atu le tau o loo latou totogia I lō faamanuiaga o maua mai ai. Aisea e faataua ai lou agaga i mea e leai ni aogā i le faavavau? E na o faamanuiaga a le Atua e lē faaopoopoina iai se faanoanoaga, loto tigā ma faafitauli e tele. Fai mai le Faataoto 10:22 “O le fa‘amanuia a le ALI‘I, o lea e fa‘atamao‘āiga ai; na te lē fa‘aopoopo i ai se tigā.”‭‭E lē foaia e lē tiapolo ni mea fua. A ia foai atu oloa, e na te faoa mea e lē faataua e tupe e aofia ai lau fanau, soifua maloloina, filemu o le mafaufau ma manuia o augatupulaga o le lumanai. E pei o Esau, na ia faataua lona tofi o le ulumatua I se ipu meaai ma ia lē maua foi ana faamanuiaga moni, o I latou e saili i le oloa mai auala o le amioleaga, ma faigauo ma tagata amioleaga, e lē i'u lelei. E latou te maua lē tigā. O lē faanaunataiga o lō tatou Tamā I le lagi o le foai I lana fanau o mea uma ia faulai latou te fiafia ai (1 Timoteo 6:17). E na te foai I lana fanau le malosi e maua ai le oloa ma le tamaoaiga, ae o le tapulaa, ia latou manatua ma ta'uta'u le Atua I o latou ala uma.  “A ‘ia e manatu i le ALI‘I lou Atua, auā o ia na te avatua ‘iā te oe le malosi e maua mai ai ‘oloa, ‘ina ‘ia fa‘atumauina ai e ia lana feagaiga na ia tautō ai i ou tamā, pei ‘ona fai i le aso nei.”‭‭Teuteronome‬ ‭8‬:‭18‬ ‭Le au pele e, a e muai saili le Atua, e na te faaopoopo mea uma e te manaomia e te ola manuia ai (Mataio 6:33). O ala o le Atua e faatamaoaigaina ai tagata e ono lē televave e pei ona naunau iai le toatele, peitai o ona ala, e mautinoa, ua faia muamua I le toatele o tagata ma e faavavau, I le suafa o Iesu, Amene.  

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: A Father's Bet: Finding True Riches on a Hanukkah Night Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2024-12-27-08-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: בערב חורף קר בחג החנוכה, אבי חיפש דרך לספק לילדיו חג שמח ומיוחד.En: On a cold winter evening during the holiday of Hanukkah, my father searched for a way to give his children a happy and special holiday.He: כאב יחידני, אבי הרגיש לחץ להעניק להם חוויות ורגשות כפי שזכר מילדותו.En: As a single parent, my father felt pressure to provide them with experiences and emotions as he remembered from his own childhood.He: באותו ערב היה לו משחק פוקר חשוב, שבו ניתן היה לזכות בכסף שיביא להגשמת חלומותיהם של ילדיו.En: That evening, he had an important poker game, where he could win money to fulfill his children's dreams.He: המשחק התקיים בחדר קטן ומואר באור קלוש.En: The game took place in a small, dimly lit room.He: מושיטים את הקלפים על השולחן, אנשים דיברו בשקט, והמתח והציפייה התגברו עם כל סיבוב.En: People handed out the cards on the table, spoke quietly, and the tension and anticipation grew with each round.He: אבי, לבוש כה פשוט אך חם, הביט סביבו.En: My father, dressed simply yet warmly, looked around him.He: האדרנלין הציף אותו בכל פעם שהוא החזיק קלף בידו.En: The adrenaline surged through him every time he held a card in his hand.He: לצדו, שירה ואלי, חברים ותיקים מהשכונה.En: Beside him were Shira and Eli, old friends from the neighborhood.He: הם חייכו אליו בעידוד.En: They smiled at him encouragingly.He: "תצליח, אבי," הם אמרו בלחש, ידעו כמה הדבר חשוב לו.En: "You'll succeed, Avi," they whispered, knowing how important this was to him.He: אבל בפנים, אבי הרגיש את הספקות מחלחלים.En: But inside, my father felt the doubts creeping in.He: הוא ידע שההימור גבוה, אולי גבוה מדי.En: He knew the stakes were high, perhaps too high.He: כל קלף שנפלה על השולחן העמיק את הריגוש, ואבי התמקד במטרתו – להשיג את כולם, בדיוק כפי שהוא השיג להם כשאימם הייתה בחיים.En: Every card that fell on the table deepened the excitement, and my father focused on his goal—to provide for them, just as he had when their mother was alive.He: הוא שיחק במה שהוא האמין שהוא היד המנצחת.En: He played what he believed was the winning hand.He: אבל למזלו הנסתר, הקלף האחרון לא היה לטובתו.En: But to his hidden misfortune, the last card was not in his favor.He: רגע האמת הגיע, והיד עם הקלפים נחתכה.En: The moment of truth arrived, and the hand of cards was cut.He: בסופו של דבר, אבי לא ניצח.En: In the end, my father didn't win.He: לפחות, לא בכסף.En: At least, not in money.He: עם הלב כבד, הוא יצא מן החדר החשוך אל הרחוב הקר.En: With a heavy heart, he left the dark room into the cold street.He: פתיתי שלג קלים ירדו מן השמים, והוא הביט בהם במבט נוגה.En: Light snowflakes fell from the sky, and he watched them with a wistful gaze.He: בדרך הביתה הוא הבין שהחשוב באמת הוא להיות שם לצד ילדיו.En: On the way home, he realized that what really mattered was being there for his children.He: לא מתנות ולא משחקים קובעים את רוח החג, אלא רגעים קטנים של נוכחות ואהבה.En: Neither gifts nor games determine the spirit of the holiday, but rather small moments of presence and love.He: בחזרתו, אבי פתח את הדלת ובניו רצו אליו.En: Upon his return, my father opened the door, and his children ran to him.He: "מה קורה אבא?En: "What's happening, Dad?"He: " שאלו בעיניים גדולות.En: they asked with big eyes.He: אבי חייך ואמר, "בואו נדליק נרות.En: My father smiled and said, "Let's light the candles."He: " הם התיישבו יחד סביב חנוכיית המשפחה, והתפללו.En: They sat together around the family's menorah and prayed.He: נשמעו צלילים קלילים של מזמורים שמחה.En: The soft sounds of joyful hymns were heard.He: דרך חיוכם והאור בעיניהם, אבי הבין שהוא ניצח במשהו חשוב הרבה יותר.En: Through their smiles and the light in their eyes, my father understood that he had won something much more important.He: האור שבער בבתיהם היה חזק וחם, בדיוק כפי שהתכוון שיהיה.En: The light that burned in their home was strong and warm, just as he intended it to be.He: האמת חדרה אל ליבו – הרגעים הקטנים שלהם יחד הם המתנה הכי גדולה.En: The truth pierced his heart—their small moments together were the greatest gift of all. Vocabulary Words:cold: קרwinter: חורףholiday: חגspecial: מיוחדsearched: חיפשsingle: יחידניpressure: לחץexperiences: חוויותpoker: פוקרdimly lit: מואר באור קלושtension: מתחanticipation: ציפייהadrenaline: אדרנליןsurged: הציףencouragingly: בעידודwhispered: בלחשcreeping: מחלחליםstakes: הימורmisfortune: מזל נסתרwished: נוגהsnowflakes: פתיתי שלגwishful gaze: מבט נוגהpresence: נוכחותwarmed: חםintended: התכווןhousehold: ביתםmoments: רגעיםburned: ביערrealized: הביןtruth: אמתBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

True Riches - Luke 16:1-13Savior of the Lowly: The Gospel of LukeDecember 8th, 2024Kyle Driggers, Pastor of Discipleship

Counting Our Blessings When gifts begin to mysteriously appear on doorsteps all over Wildwood, Ned and Tiffany join forces to reveal the identity of the "Christmas Gift-Giving Bandit." What they discover is a special lesson in God's goodness and counting His blessings. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/198/29

Counting Our Blessings When gifts begin to mysteriously appear on doorsteps all over Wildwood, Ned and Tiffany join forces to reveal the identity of the "Christmas Gift-Giving Bandit." What they discover is a special lesson in God's goodness and counting His blessings. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/198/29

They say that winners never quit and quitters never win, but that's not really true, is it? What if you're trying to quit a bad habit?It's not only okay to quit a bad habit; it's something we should always strive to do—especially with investing. Mark Biller joins us today with a list of bad habits you should quit if you find yourself doing them.Mark Biller is Executive Editor and Senior Portfolio Manager at Sound Mind Investing, an underwriter of Faith & Finance. Go Ahead, Be a QuitterIn a recent article titled “Go Ahead, Be a Quitter” at SoundMindInvesting.com, six bad investing habits are discussed as they explain why quitting them can lead to better financial outcomes.1. Quit Standing on the SidelinesOne of the worst habits in investing is not starting at all. Time is crucial for building wealth, thanks to the power of compound interest—often referred to as the “8th wonder of the world.” Investing in well-managed, growing businesses, primarily through stocks, has historically provided returns that outpace inflation. So, instead of staying on the sidelines, become a part-owner of corporate America by investing.2. Quit Waiting for a “Low-Risk” Entry PointTrying to time the market is nearly impossible. Waiting for the “perfect” moment often means missing out on valuable time in the market. Over any five-year period, a diversified stock portfolio rarely loses money and frequently produces high returns. Consistency and patience, rather than timing, are the true keys to long-term growth.3. Quit Looking for a Reason to SellEvery financial expert seems to have a new doom-and-gloom prediction, but tuning into this noise can hurt long-term gains. Inflation—not market downturns—is often the biggest threat to wealth, and stocks are one of the best defenses against inflation. Instead of looking for reasons to sell, commit to investing long-term and avoid unnecessary panic.4. Quit Making Things ComplicatedAvoid drowning in economic forecasts, technical analyses, and frequent trades. Instead, pick solid investments and hold on to them. The simpler your approach, the easier it will be to stay the course.5. Quit Obsessing Over Short-Term ResultsChecking your portfolio daily can lead to emotional highs and lows, tempting you to trade based on short-term results rather than long-term goals. Instead, limit your portfolio checks to avoid unnecessary stress and stay focused on your broader financial objectives.6. Quit Worrying—Trust and Invest with PeaceInstead of letting fear drive your investment decisions, remember 2 Timothy 1:7: “God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” Trust in God's provision, follow His principles, and invest from a place of peace rather than anxiety.For more on these principles, check out his full article, “Go Ahead, Be a Quitter,” at SoundMindInvesting.org.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I'm considering withdrawing $20,000 to $30,000 from our $148,896 IRA to help purchase a new one-floor home for my husband. What are your thoughts on this, and what would the tax implications be?I need some money to keep safe and liquid, as the high-yield interest rates I've been getting are about to go down. I may need to use this money to buy my mom's house for my sister in the future. What would you recommend as a safe investment option that can still provide a decent yield while keeping the money accessible?My wife and I are looking to invest in a faith-based way, focusing on index funds and ETFs. Do you have any specific low-cost, faith-aligned recommendations we could consider for our investment portfolio?I want to share how reading the True Riches book has changed my husband's and my approach to finances as a church. We've canceled our Amazon Prime membership to reduce materialism, and we're learning to be more intentional with our spending and generous beyond tithing. The book has really shifted our mindset to a kingdom-focused perspective on managing our resources.Resources Mentioned:True Riches: What Jesus Really Said About Money and Your Heart by John Cortines and Gregory BaumerGo Ahead, Be a Quitter (Article by Sound Mind Investing)Eventide Asset ManagementList of Faith-Based Investment FundsLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

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by: David Goniotakis from: Luke 16:19-31

What are true riches? Join Gary Zimak as reads and discusses the Mass readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. You don't want to miss this important message!

 What are true riches? Join Gary Zimak as reads and discusses the Mass readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. You don't want to miss this important message!

Apologies for the poor audio quality...Pastor Jake discusses the parable of the treasure in the field from Matthew 13, focusing on the kingdom of heaven's immense value compared to earthly riches. He emphasizes the significance of prioritizing the kingdom of God over material possessions, prompting reflection on personal priorities and spiritual growth. The parable illustrates the incomparable worth of the kingdom, highlighting the joy in making Jesus the king of one's life and the gift of salvation. Jake explores the concept of giving everything back to God and adopting a new identity as a citizen of the kingdom of heaven.

This message was originally given by Pastor DJ Ritchey on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Memorial Heights Baptist Church.

1. Your value has nothing to do with your net worth Two dangers: money can make us proud money is uncertain 2. Put your hope in Christ 3. The Gospel is our most valuable possession

HEALTH, PEACE & LOVE. In this episode, I use one of my favorite quotes (see below) & talk about what it means to have each, why it's important & how to grow in all three. "A fit body, a calm mind & a house full of love - these cannot be bought. They must be earned." What resonated with you? Which area do you want to grow more in? Leave me a comment

What if the key to unlocking true financial freedom isn't found in getting a raise, the latest financial hacks, or paying off all your debt? What if, instead, the answer was simply learning how to pray over your financial life?  Today, we are unpacking 10 areas of your finances (or prayer points) that should be on your prayer list. 

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Are you seeking your promised land, or are you seeking Him? In this episode titled "True Riches" from The Six at our Fondren campus, Pastor Joel Sims reminds us of Who should be our purpose in life, not "what". As you listen to this podcast, we pray the Holy Spirit reveals to you the heart behind Moses's preference for His Presence, even over going into the Promised Land.

Lord's Day Service | Pastor Beau Bekendam

Join us this week for the third message in our series, "A Generous Life," with Pastor Jared Clausen.

With your co-hostesses: Pam Blizzard from RecoveredPeace.com Lyschel Burket from HopeRedefined.org Bonny Burns from StrongWives.com Help Us Help Others Listen now: Today, Lyschel and Bonny discuss, "So What, Lord?" or Prove it, Lord. This isn't our typical episode. It's a conversation as Lyschel shares a devotional she recently connected with on a deeper level and wants to share with you. We Will be Discussing: What attribute of God has meaning for the emotions in our story. What does a praise party look like? What hope can we leave our listeners? Resources mentioned in this show Subscribe to The Father's Business for more devotionals like this. The I AM For Your Every Need Sooner or later, everyone will be beaten up, battered, bruised, and burned out by the dailies of life. Good news! God is the Lord of all of your life. List every need and emotion that you are feeling, no matter how small they seem. After you have acknowledged all your emotions and needs, go through the names of God until you find the expression of His character that meets each need. For every need, there is a corresponding attribute of God. Affirm that God is still God, no matter how you feel. Have a praise party, not a pity party, for your loving Father is a big God. He is able to do much more than you need or can think or ask. He is the I AM for our needs He is Abba Father when we need fathering. He is acceptance when we feel unwanted. He is adequacy for our inadequacy. He is all-sufficient in our hardest situations. He is the Amen, the true witness. He is the Answer for our uncertainty and questions. He is the Author of faith for our unbelief or doubt. He is the Bread of life for our spiritual hunger. He is broken and spilled out for us when we've been used. He is the Burden-bearer when we are heavy laden. He is before all things when we're surprised. He is cleansing for our defilement and shame. He is closer than a brother when we are lonely. He is our Comforter who wipes away tears in our griefs and sorrows. He is our Defender when we are under attack. He is our Deliverer from our bondage or captivity. He is our Door-opener when it looks like there's no way out. He is our sure Foundation, when we're insecure. He is our Faithful Friend when friends fail us. He is Fullness when we're empty. He is God of love when we feel unloved and need a hug. He is God who is there when we feel alone or abandoned. He is our Guide and the Way when we're confused and need direction. He is grace when we're too hard on ourselves or others. He is our Healer for woundedness, rejection, and sickness. He is Hope when we are discouraged and want to quit. He is Humility for our pride. He is Joy when we are depressed. He is our Keeper and Protector when we are vulnerable. He is the Lifter of our heads when we feel weighed down. He is long-suffering, slow to anger when we have blown it again. He is Mercy for criticism and unkindness. He is Mighty God, our strength for our weakness or temptation. He is Never-failing, always the same when we are fickle and faithless. He is Overcoming victory for defeat and depression. He is the Plumb Line to stand against the world's situational ethics. He is the Prince of peace when we are stressed, worried, and confused. He is the Provider for every financial need. He is the Quieter of the storm for afflictions without and struggles within. He is Reconciliation for breaches in relationships. He is Rest when we're tired. He is the Restorer of our souls when we're bruised and beaten down. He is the Reviver, living water when we are depleted and thirsty. He is Satisfaction when we've tried everything and come up empty. He is the Song, our praise when we're joyless and heavy of heart. He is the Spirit of the Lord when we need to be set free. He is our Strength when we're weak. He is Truth for the world's warped opinions. He is True Riches when we're tempted to covet the world's wealth. He is Vengeance when we are angry and wronged. He is Wisdom for our hard choices. This is only a beginning. Make your own list as a personal affirmation that God is your Need-meeter. He is the Most High God who reigns over all. To whom else would we go? He alone is the Word of eternal life. Taken from Prayer Portions, ©1991 and from For The Family ©1995 by Sylvia Gunter. Available at www.thefathersbusiness.com. An archive of past devotionals is available on the website.

In this compelling episode of the Crackin' Backs Podcast, we are honored to host Robert "Cord" Beatty, a man whose life reads like an epic tale of triumph, despair, and redemption. Cord's journey from a successful retired Marine to working alongside the iconic Stan Lee of Marvel Comics sets the stage for an incredible narrative. However, it's the dramatic shift from these remarkable highs to the depths of addiction and homelessness that captures the essence of human resilience and the power of transformation.With stark honesty, Cord recounts how his life spiraled out of control, leading him to lose everything to drug addiction, ultimately finding himself without a roof over his head, living out of his car. It was not until hitting rock bottom at the age of 46, being told by Doctors to Pray, as his body started shutting down. Agfter surviving the night, he asked his parents for help and they sent him to Tibet.  In this unlikely place, Cord found a new beginning, working for mere dollars a day, but gaining something far more valuable: clarity and a path to recovery.Cord's return to the United States marked the beginning of a revolutionary chapter in his life. Drawing on his experiences and newfound knowledge, he founded an addiction clinic that employs unique methods involving magnets and brain work to assist others battling addiction. His innovative approach has since blossomed into over a hundred centers nationwide, each dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their lives from the grips of addiction.Throughout the episode, Cord delves into the formidable obstacles he's faced, from confronting his own mortality and overcoming addiction to scaling metaphorical mountains (He actually climbed MT. Everest while living in Tibet, that tested his resolve and determination. He reflects on his purpose, the profound lessons learned through his journey, and his proudest achievements, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the mind of a man who has lived through extremes of human experience.Moreover, Cord shares his nuanced perspective on addiction, challenging conventional views and advocating for a broader understanding of the term. His story is not just one of personal victory but also a beacon of hope for anyone fighting their own battles, making this episode a must-listen for those seeking inspiration, insight, and a testament to the indomitable human spirit. Join us on the Crackin' Backs Podcast as we explore the life of Robert "Cord" Beatty, a true survivor and innovator in the field of addiction recovery.We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies. Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. Crackin Backs Podcast

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