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Smart Stewardship
Guests Include: Ray Linder, James Merritt, Dennis Rainey
God has called us to be good stewards over His creation, and that includes our households. This weekend on the broadcast, financial expert Ray Linder, FamilyLife President Dennis Rainey, and author and pastor James Merritt talk about the finer points of smart stewardship. Controlling Debt
Would you be honest with me? In your marriage, are you controlling debt, or is debt controlling you? Sunset Years
What will you do when you retire? Following Your Money Map
Series Title: Money and Marriage God's Way (Day 3 of 3)
Guests Include: Howard Dayton
Money has a way of bringing out the worst in us. Howard Dayton walks Dennis Rainey through the Money Map - a tool designed to help you plan a healthy financial future. Avoiding the Financial Pitfalls
Series Title: Money and Marriage God's Way (Day 2 of 3)
Guests Include: Howard Dayton
How do you avoid the traps that sink you financially? Howard Dayton, tells couples how to avoid the pitfalls that threaten to derail so many couples financially. Getting Started on the Right Foot
Series Title: Money and Marriage God's Way (Day 1 of 3)
Guests Include: Howard Dayton
How do you start your marriage on a solid foundation? Christian financial expert Howard Dayton coaches couples on building a financially sound marriage right from the start. Handling Money in Your Family Life
Guests Include: Jerry and Mona Tuma, Ron Blue, Larry Burkett
This weekend on the broadcast, get sound financial advice from money experts Jerry and Mona Tuma, Ron Blue, and Larry Burkett. Laying the Ground Rules
Series Title: You Paid How Much for That? (Day 3 of 3)
Guests Include: Scott Stanley
Do you agree with the way your spouse handles the finances? Scott Stanley, one of America's premier marital researchers, will tell how husbands and wives can get on the same page financially. How Gender Differences Affect Our Finances
Series Title: You Paid How Much for That? (Day 2 of 3)
Guests Include: Scott Stanley
Just how opposite is the opposite sex when it comes to money matters? Martial researcher Scott Stanley tells Dennis Rainey how men differ from women in the way they spend and manage money. The Hidden Issues Behind Money Conflicts
Series Title: You Paid How Much for That? (Day 1 of 3)
Guests Include: Scott Stanley
Why are money issues so challenging for couples? Dennis Rainey talks with marital researcher Scott Stanley about the root issues behind financial conflicts in the home. Getting Through College Debt-Free
Series Title: Mastering the Money Basics (Day 2 of 2)
Guests Include: Ron Blue
Is it possible to get through college without going into debt? Ron Blue, the founder of Ron Blue & Co. and the current president of Kingdom Advisors, talks to parents and students alike about the benefits of paying for college as you go rather than relying on student loans. Outrunning the Debt Monster
Series Title: Mastering the Money Basics (Day 1 of 2)
Guests Include: Ron Blue
Are your spending habits becoming a debt habit? Christian financial expert Ron Blue shares four biblical principles for building a healthy financial foundation for your family. Staring Down Discouragement
Series Title: Being the Church in Tough Times (Day 2 of 2)
Guests Include: Dave Wilson
Hardship often leads to discouragement. Dave Wilson, a pastor at Kensington Community Church in Michigan and chaplain of the Detroit Lions, talks about the economic climate facing the state of Michigan, and tells those affected by the economy to take courage and to trust in God's faithfulness. Facing Job Loss
Series Title: Being the Church in Tough Times (Day 1 of 2)
Guests Include: Dave Wilson
Where do you turn when life gets tough? Dave Wilson, pastor at Kensington Community Church in Troy, Michigan, tells Dennis Rainey how the economy is affecting his church and state. With layoffs happening weekly, Dave encourages the body of Christ to not only pray for people, but to provide much needed community and support for those affected by job loss. Weatherproofing Your Home in the Midst of the Economic Downturn
Series Title: Weatherproofing Your Home in the Midst of the Economic Downturn (Day 1 of 1)
Guests Include: Dennis Rainey
In uncertain times, we need to focus on that which is certain - the Word of God. Dennis Rainey helps us find certainty in uncertain times and faith in time of fear, as he offers practical tips for preparing your home to withstand the current economic and cultural storm. Practical Steps to Weather the Financial Crisis
Series Title: Weathering the Financial Storms (Day 3 of 3)
Guests Include: Jerry Foster
Economic uncertainty is a great time to re-examine your financial status and take steps to improve it. Financial planner Jerry Foster offers timely advice for weathering the economic storm, including taking an inventory of your expenses, creating a budget, increasing your income, and differentiating between needs and wants. Regaining Your Financial Footing
Series Title: Weathering the Financial Storms (Day 2 of 3)
Guests Include: Jerry Foster
Worried about how the economy will affect you? Certified financial planner Jerry Foster shares four basic principles that will help you sail through a financial crisis. Trusting in God for Your Security
Series Title: Weathering the Financial Storms (Day 1 of 3)
Guests Include: Jerry Foster
Americans are facing tough financial times. Where can you turn? Christians can respond in faith?not fear?despite the current economic crisis. Certified financial planner Jerry Foster talks today about trusting God in the midst of uncertainty. Living a Generous Lifestyle
Guests Include: Randy Alcorn, Bob Lepine
This weekend on the broadcast, authors Randy Alcorn and Bob Lepine explain how living a generous lifestyle displays God's glory here on earth. Debt
Debt can seriously hamper a family's future. A Biblical Response To Economic Uncertainty
Our national currency makes the bold statement “In God We Trust”… really? When financial markets swing wildly, and when average Americans from every walk of life face economic uncertainties unprecedented in scope and magnitude, where should we turn? Dennis Rainey says Christians must return to the source, and that source is the God in whom we proclaim our trust. Join us for this FamilyLife Today Special Edition, as Dennis Rainey provides five key principles upon which we can anchor our hearts and minds in the midst of this or any storm. If Something Happens to Me, Part 2
Series Title: If Something Happens to Me (Day 2 of 2)
Guests Include: Joe Hearn, Niel Nielsen
There's an old saying that goes, "Where there's a will, there's a way", but sometimes, finding that Last Will and Testament can be a huge challenge for surviving family members--and at the worst possible time! Financial planner Joe Hearn and attorney Niel Nielsen explain the ins and outs of organizing important life documents such as wills, trusts, living wills, and durable power of attorney. If Something Happens to Me, Part 1
Series Title: If Something Happens to Me (Day 1 of 2)
Guests Include: Joe Hearn, Niel Nielsen
Sooner or later, many of the deceased are going to leave loved ones with big questions ... questions like "Where's the will?" or "What would they have wanted us to do?" Dennis and Bob talk with financial planner Joe Hearn and attorney Niel Nielsen about practically loving your family by organizing vital life documents. Miffed About Money
Have you ever argued with your husband or wife about money? Well if you have, you're not alone! ... To Heaven, Your Eternal Home
Series Title: Practicing the Treasure Principle (Day 3 of 3)
Guests Include: Randy Alcorn
Fill in the blank. If only I had ____ I'd be happy. Popular author Randy Alcorn, founder of Eternal Perspective Ministries, exposes the illusion that this world is our home and reminds us to store our treasure in heaven, where we'll one day enjoy it forever. ... But You Can Send It Ahead ...
Series Title: Practicing the Treasure Principle (Day 2 of 3)
Guests Include: Randy Alcorn
When it comes to giving, are you a tightwad or an open hand? Randy Alcorn, author of The Treasure Principle, helps us gain a biblical perspective on money. You Can't Take It With You ...
Series Title: Practicing the Treasure Principle (Day 1 of 3)
Guests Include: Randy Alcorn
It's been said that money is the root of all evil. But is it really? Randy Alcorn, author of The Treasure Principle, reminds us that we can't take our material possessions with us to heaven but that we can send them ahead to heaven. People and Things
Think about it. What is the most valuable thing you own? People and Things
Think about it. What is the most valuable thing you own? Generously Speaking
True generosity gives…even when it hurts. People and Things
Think about it. What is the most valuable thing you own? Money and Your Mate, Part 2
Series Title: In-Laws, Mates, and Money (Day 4 of 4)
Guests Include: Tommy Nelson
Today on the broadcast, pastor Tommy Nelson continues talking about money management within marriage. Money and Your Mate, Part 1
Series Title: In-Laws, Mates, and Money (Day 3 of 4)
Guests Include: Tommy Nelson
Should you handle your money any differently now that you're married? On the broadcast today, Tommy Nelson, pastor of Denton Bible Church in Denton, Texas, gives couples advice about handling money after marriage. Why Aren't We More Generous?
Series Title: Generous Living (Day 3 of 3)
Guests Include: Ron Blue
On the broadcast today, prolific author and financial expert, Ron Blue, talks with Dennis Rainey about the excuses people often make for not giving generously to God and others. Experiencing Financial Freedom
Series Title: Generous Living (Day 2 of 3)
Guests Include: Ron Blue
Today on the broadcast, Dennis Rainey talks with successful entrepreneur and CPA, Ron Blue, about finding financial freedom through giving. Becoming a Generous Giver
Series Title: Generous Living (Day 1 of 3)
Guests Include: Ron Blue
On today's broadcast, Ron Blue, founder of Ronald Blue & Co, talks with Dennis Rainey about the benefits of giving generously to advance God's work. What Are You Waiting For?
Series Title: The Christian Giver (Day 3 of 3)
Guests Include: Bob Lepine
God loves a cheerful giver. How then do we become generous givers? Find out by listening to today's broadcast when Bob Lepine shares some valuable insights from the Scriptures on giving. But What'll Happen to Me If I Give?
Series Title: The Christian Giver (Day 2 of 3)
Guests Include: Bob Lepine
What prompts you to give to to others? On today's broadcast, Bob Lepine, author of The Christian Husband and co-host of "FamilyLife Today," talks about the benefits of giving. Why is Giving on the Heart of God?
Series Title: The Christian Giver (Day 1 of 3)
Guests Include: Bob Lepine
What do you give the person who has everything? Today on the broadcast, Bob Lepine, author and co-host of "FamilyLife Today," talks about the spiritual discipline of giving. How to Become a Great Giver!
Series Title: We're in the Money ... Now What? (Day 2 of 2)
Guests Include: Randy Alcorn
On today's broadcast, author Randy Alcorn offers some words of wisdom for those wanting to bless others through their giving. There's More to Money than Spending!
Series Title: We're in the Money ... Now What? (Day 1 of 2)
Guests Include: Randy Alcorn
Today on the broadcast, Randy Alcorn, author of The Treasure Principle, talks about the benefits of being a cheerful giver.