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Rhonda Stoppe wants to motivate godly moms to “step up” to be a powerful influence on their children and their children’s faith. She shares examples of “fearless, flawed, and faithful” moms in the Bible, whose stories can encourage mothers and families today.

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The language of the laws of nature and nature's God.  

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In a rapidly changing educational landscape, parents and students alike find themselves wrestling with the question: Is traditional college worth it? With rising costs and shifting job markets, many are seeking alternatives that provide real-world experience and spiritual growth. In this blog post, we’ll explore insights from Andrew Haak, director of the Excel Summer Leadership Camp and faculty member at Excel College, about how their innovative approach to higher education addresses these pressing concerns.

Student Debt is a Major Concern: The rising cost of education and student debt is a pressing issue that families must consider.

Faith Development is Challenging: Traditional college environments often lack the personal mentorship necessary for spiritual growth.

Excel College Offers a Unique Solution: With a focus on practical experience and community living, Excel College prepares students for real-world challenges while nurturing their faith.

Mentorship is Key: Personalized guidance helps students navigate their educational and personal growth effectively.

Excel College

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Andrew Haak is the Director of the Excel Summer Leadership Camp and a member of the College Classroom Faculty at Excel College in Black Mountain, NC. Excel is forging an alternative to higher education that produces wise, mature, and productive adults who follow Jesus into flourishing lives. Andrew has served at Excel since 2021, and during that time has founded and directed the Summer Leadership Camp and co-created the Critical Thinking method and curriculum used across both the camp and college programs. He lives on campus with his wife Gabriella and remains deeply invested in the formation, culture, and mission of Excel to make disciples of Jesus and steward healthy families.

Looking for a summer experience for your student that will take them on the adventure of a lifetime while building their character in Christ? At Excel Summer Leadership Camp, students spend 12 days in the Blue Ridge Mountains growing in their faith, developing leadership skills, and gaining real-world readiness. From rock climbing and whitewater rafting to deep discussions on faith, truth, and leadership—every moment is designed to build confidence, clarity, and conviction. This isn’t just a camp—it’s a launching point. Students leave more prepared to discover God’s truth, discern wisely, and live wholeheartedly. Want to learn more about our camps? Come see Excel at the Teach Them Diligently conferences in Branson, Missouri and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, or visit theexcelcamp.org.

Rhonda Stoppe wants to motivate godly moms to “step up” to be a powerful influence on their children and their children’s faith. She shares examples of “fearless, flawed, and faithful” moms in the Bible, whose stories can encourage mothers and families today.

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Pressure creates movement, but movement alone doesn’t build something stable enough to last through hardship, growth, or transition.

Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt record live at the U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce SWC 2026 in Orlando, speaking with leaders across prison ministry, business coaching, marriage, and Israel advocacy–each describing how faith becomes practical when it reshapes systems, priorities, and long-term outcomes.

-Ben Fleet (Crossroads Prison Ministries) ties correspondence based discipleship to measurable outcomes, where consistent mentorship reduces repeat offenses and lowers taxpayer costs.

-Candice Rockel (founder of Aurora Network) rebuilds after leaving a 30-year legal career and shows how weak business foundations and missing succession plans create risk for families and organizations.

-Robert and Kay Lee Fukui (founders of Married Entrepreneur and Thriving in Tandem) restructure how couples operate by placing family commitments before business tasks and reinforcing that priority through daily prayer.

-Rabbi Rami Goldberg (Israel 365) builds connections between Jewish and Christian communities through shared experiences that prioritize relationship over agreement.

Across each conversation, the pattern holds.

When faith is applied as structure instead of sentiment, it changes behavior, stabilizes relationships, and produces outcomes that extend beyond the individual.

This episode fits founders and operators who are building across business and family while trying to create results that hold up over time.

0:00 Intro

01:24 Ben Fleet: Prison Ministry Impact

11:36 Candice Rockel: Building Kingdom CEOs

21:57 Robert and Kay Lee Fukui: Marriage and Business Alignment

30:07 Rabbi Rami Goldberg: Bridging Faith Communities

Resources Mentioned:

U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce

https://www.uschristianchamber.com

Crossroads Prison Ministries

https://cpministries.org

Aurora Network

https://auroranetwork.life

Aurora Ministries

https://auroraministries.life

Married Entrepreneur

https://marriedentrepreneur.co

Israel 365

https://israel365.com

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Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders™ on a groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer loyalty. In each episode, Kurt and Kristen share their deep insights and proven strategies for authentically connecting with the Liberty Spender audience. Drawing from their extensive experience in political campaigns and their unique, data-driven approach, they guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof,

It would make many comfortable if the Founders were Deists, but were they?

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