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Sometimes our pain comes from our own poor choices, and God uses that suffering to bring us back to Him. In this study of Psalm 38, Dr. John examines how David honestly faces the illness and isolation that followed his sin. Friends have abandoned him, enemies are circling, yet David shows the way forward: turn toward God instead of away, stay quiet under criticism, and simply confess without making excuses. This message brings hope to anyone feeling disgraced by their failures.

Reasons for Worship: In a world of political turmoil, personal struggles, and the apparent prosperity of evil, where should believers place their trust? Dr. John’s series on Psalms 33–41 called “Reasons for Worship” explores God’s faithfulness amid life’s challenges. From David’s escapes to his reflections on the wicked, these psalms offer practical wisdom for trusting God, finding hope in desperate circumstances, and keeping faith when evil seems to prevail. This series brings both comfort and challenge, pointing to the God who is completely trustworthy in every season.

What if the greatest gift you leave your children isn’t your money, but your wisdom?

As stewards, we often focus on managing God’s resources well during our lifetime—but what happens after we’re gone? How do we equip the next generation to carry on a legacy of faithful stewardship? Today, Sharon Epps joins us to talk about that.

Sharon Epps is the President of Kingdom Advisors, FaithFi’s parent organization. Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom and financial expertise.

At FaithFi, we frequently emphasize the importance of being faithful stewards of what God has entrusted to us. But there’s a deeper question to consider: What about the next steward?

Proverbs 13:22 tells us, “A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children.” While an inheritance can be a blessing, without preparation, it can also lead to conflict. That’s why we need to think carefully not just about passing on wealth, but also about passing on wisdom.

One of the earliest ways to prepare the next steward is to recognize and nurture a child’s God-given giftedness. God created us to work, and part of stewardship is discovering how He’s uniquely wired us.

Each child’s journey is unique, and our role as parents is to walk alongside them, offer opportunities, and pray that God will reveal their strengths.

Every parent knows how painful it is to watch their children make poor choices—especially when it comes to money. But it’s so vital that we allow our kids to experience the natural consequences of their decisions.

Wisdom grows when kids practice responsibility with real resources. That’s why it’s a good goal to aim for our children to manage a full spending plan before leaving home, whether that’s for college or to move out on their own. 

Starting with a simple envelope system—give, save, and spend—you can gradually add more categories as the kids grow. By the time they become young adults, they will have managed nearly all of their expenses except housing and insurance. This hands-on approach will ensure that by the time they launch into independence, they will not be starting from scratch.

If you feel behind in teaching your kids about stewardship, give yourself grace. None of us does this perfectly.

Start with small steps—a dinner conversation about your own money journey, or letting your child help plan a family purchase. What matters is being intentional and inviting the Lord to guide the process.

Preparing the next steward is not a one-time event—it’s a journey. Begin with prayer, asking God for wisdom, and do not hesitate to seek help from trusted friends, mentors, or financial professionals.

And remember: more is caught than taught. Our children are learning as much from how we live as from what we say. By modeling faithful stewardship in our own lives, we give them the greatest inheritance of all: a life that reflects God’s wisdom and trust in His provision.

If you’re looking for support in preparing your children to be wise stewards, consider working with a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA)—someone who shares your values and can guide you on the journey. Visit FaithFi.com and click “Find a Professional” to get started.

• I left an employer five years ago and still have a pension with them. I also have an IRA. My wife and I are deciding whether to roll the pension into

So what would you do for love? Maybe it’s better said, what have you done for love? In this message, Chip explains that God designed you to give and receive love, and it can be better than you thought possible, but you have to be willing to do one thing.

Learning to love in “Real Time”

1. Responding to Hurts:Truth: Love is patient and kind (1 Corinthians 13:4a); Practice: When hurt, love absorbs the blow and responds with kindness.
2. Responding to Differences:Truth: Love does not envy or boast; it is not rude, self-seeking, easily angered, or does it keep a record of wrongs (1 Corinthians 13:4b-5); Practice: Celebrate differences and refuse to compare (1 Corinthians 12:12-31).
3. Responding to Failure:Truth: Love doesn't delight in evil but rejoices with truth.... Love never fails (1 Corinthians 13:6-8a); Practice: Love responds to failure with truth and grace.
4. Responding to Misplaced Priorities:Truth: Love never fails... (1 Corinthians 13:8-13); Practice: Love ruthlessly refuses to allow temporal “good” things to crowd out the eternal “best” things.

The Supremacy of Love

• Love is supreme & our ultimate goal (1 Corinthians 13:8a).
• Application: Separate from the world's values (Romans 12:2).

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If your spouse speaks to you in a critical and demeaning manner, it can cause you to shut down. If your primary love language is words of affirmation, express that to your spouse. It might lead to a change on their part.

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Ready to make a big shift in your life?  Listen up, today here on BOLD STEPS! When was the last time you drove a stick-shift car?  … I guess depending on your age … maybe never!  Mark’s message today is titled, The Shift, and it’s a great illustration about how you have to be going in the proper gear to actually get anywhere. Spiritually, we can also get hung up. Listen as we dive into Luke 3 to discover 3 “shifts” required to get moving again.

Bold Step Gift: MOVING FORWARD AFTER MESSING UP: A NEW FUTURE WITH THE GOD OF SECOND CHANCES

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This hospital system did not live up to its name and instead was merciless to its faithful and dedicated workers. Constitutional expert, lawyer, author, pastor, and founder of Liberty Counsel Mat Staver discusses the important topics of the day with co-hosts and guests that impact life, liberty, and family. To stay informed and get involved, visit LC.org.

Twelve years ago, Noelle Lawson died from alcohol poisoning. Her husband, Scott, had just been trained to do CPR and was able to revive her before the ambulance arrived. Their lives have never been the same since. Scott and Noelle share their story of alcoholism and how a deadly accident Scott was involved in while in high school delayed his obedience to follow God into the ministry for over 30 years. Both Scott and Noelle share how God transformed them by breaking their addiction to alcohol and move on to become counselors. Scott is the former pastor of Happy Trails Cowboy Church in Pelzer, S.C. and he and Noelle have recently merged their church with Temple Baptist in Simpsonville, SC and have moved their congregation there as well. They share their hard story of how God brought them into an amazing relationship with Him through His faithfulness and healing.

If you are walking your own hard road through addiction, running from God or trying to see your way through a difficult time, I know Scott and Noelle will bring you encouragement today. And at the end of this episode, they generously share how you can reach out to them if you need help. This special couple truly has a heart for bringing healing and hope to those who've lost hope.

For contact info for Scott and Noelle go to carolroper.org/podcast