by JOSHUA BECKER* The story is told of a man named Arenius who lived in the fifth century. Determined to live a holy life, he abandoned the modern comforts of Egyptian society choosing instead to follow a simple, solemn lifestyle in the desert. Yet, whenever he visited the great city of Alexandria, he would spend time …
What is Rich Enough?
Game: What's your number? By Allison Duke <WATCH> Allison shares her prespective as a successful investment banker. Her full interview with John Rinehart can be found on the Gospel Patrons website. It is interesting that the "enough" always seems to be a little higher than where we are today. What is your benchmaker? How close …
A Steward’s Calling…
Who might you have helped in the past week? Who might you help in the next few days?
Saint Patrick’s Prayer
Whose Life Are You Living?*
By Matt Bell <LISTEN> It isn’t new news that social media can foster envy and dissatisfaction, or that it can prompt us to overspend. For example, Edelman Financial Engines recently surveyed more than 2,000 people about various financial topics and found: 74% said their friends portray themselves on social media as wealthier than they really are; 42% said …
March Prayer Update
PRAISE: God has opened doors for again airing “JESUS” on TV for Easter in India, Bangladesh, and Turkey. (During Christmas 2023, Bangladesh saw five times as many viewers as had originally been projected!) Pray also for the audio/drama versions of our films on radio in a dozen of the least reached nations. Lift up our …
Wasteful Worship by Hannah Weidmann*
Easter Devotional The grace to give when generosity seems absurd Image: Susan Savage Offertory. Acrylic on Canvas. 32 x 26 She did what she could. She poured perfume on my body beforehand to prepare for my burial. Truly I tell you, wherever the gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be …
How to Tithe in Retirement*
By: Anthony Saffer Tithing is a biblical commandment that most Christians wish to follow. However, most retirees are unsure how to tithe in retirement. This commandment is relatively straightforward while you’re working because it’s easy to calculate. Once you’re retired and rely on Social Security, a pension, or your investment portfolio, the calculation is not so …
Our First Love by John Eldredge*
<LISTEN> I always felt it strange that God needed to command us to love him. (It is the first and greatest of all the commandments.) Now I see better. When God calls us to love him as our “first love,” it is not only because he deserves to hold that place in our hearts, but …
Is Money a Blessing in Your Marriage?*
By Matt Bell, The biblical vision for marriage is oneness, unity. But that’s easier said than done. Each spouse comes into marriage having been shaped by the influence of parents, various life experiences, their temperament, and more. Getting on the same page can take time, and learning to manage money together is often one of …
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