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We all know our weaknesses. What we often don’t know is how to have self-control. Spiritual Fitness Coach Donna Amidon points us to the path of wisdom God lays out to help us experience victory over vice!

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In a world that often denies genuine evil exists, Psalm 36 offers a stark contrast between the truly wicked and God's dependable character. Dr. John explores David's description of those who plot evil, live by lies, and show no fear of God. Rather than despair, David immediately turns to worship, celebrating God's steadfast love that reaches to the heavens. Dr. John emphasizes how God's unchanging faithfulness provides protection and hope to His people, proving Him completely trustworthy even when evil seems to be winning.

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.

“And he gathered up all the food of these seven years which occurred in the land of Egypt and put the food in the cities. He put in every city the food from the fields around it.” - Genesis 41:48

Joseph’s story isn’t just dramatic—it’s a powerful example of godly wisdom in uncertain times. His preparation during years of abundance helped an entire nation weather a famine. Today, Mark Biller joins us to explore what Joseph’s legacy teaches us about planning ahead.

Mark Biller is Executive Editor and Senior Portfolio Manager at Sound Mind Investing, an underwriter of Faith & Finance. 

Joseph’s story in the book of Genesis is one of the most dramatic and inspiring accounts in all of Scripture. From his rise and fall—from favored son to slave, from prisoner to ruler of Egypt—Joseph’s journey demonstrates God’s providence at every turn. His famous words to his brothers in Genesis 50:20 capture the theme: “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good.”

But Joseph’s story is also a powerful lesson in financial stewardship. His foresight during years of abundance prepared Egypt—and surrounding nations—to survive years of famine. This biblical principle remains as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago.

In Genesis 41, Joseph interprets Pharaoh’s dreams, warning that seven years of abundance will be followed by seven years of famine. Pharaoh puts Joseph in charge of preparations, and Joseph sets aside 20% of the harvest during the good years. This disciplined stewardship meant survival when crisis hit.

Back in 2006, I wrote an editorial drawing on this lesson, warning that the “years of plenty” could give way to economic trouble. Just two years later, the 2008–2009 Global Financial Crisis proved the point. Many of the underlying issues from that period—such as excessive debt and systemic risk—remain unresolved to this day.

While I don’t have the same sense of foreboding I felt in 2006, there are signs of stress in the global financial system:

1. Runaway Debt – U.S. debt has risen from $10 trillion in 2008 to over $36 trillion today.
2. Bigger Banks – Post-crisis reforms led to further consolidation, making the largest banks even larger.
3. Central Bank Intervention – Years of near-zero interest rates and quantitative easing have encouraged dependence on stimulus.
4. Political Division – Our political climate makes tackling systemic issues even more challenging.

We can’t control national or global problems, but we can prepare at a personal level. If you are in a “year of plenty,” now is the time to:

• Pay down debt and reduce obligations.
• Build an emergency fund to weather personal or economic downturns.
• Diversify investments, including assets that hold value in inflationary times—such as gold, real estate, commodities, or even small allocations to Bitcoin.
• Live below your means so you can give generously when needs arise.

Preparedness isn’t just about protecting yourself—it’s about positioning yourself to help others. Crises, whether national or personal, can open hearts to the gospel. If our finances are in order, we can respond like Joseph—meeting physical needs and sharing the spiritual hope found in Christ.

If you’re in a season of famine right now, don’t lose heart. Trust G

Chip uncovers why a very specific attitude will destroy love and how you can avoid it.

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).

Comparison always leads to carnality.

• Envy (Compares UPWARD): Produces jealousy, anger, resentment, and bitterness (1 Corinthians 12:15-16).
• Solution: Believe God is good and has provided what's best for you. Admit and repent, ask God to use you, meditate on His goodness, and choose gratitude.
• Arrogance (Compares DOWNWARD): Produces pride, boasting, rudeness, and independence (1 Corinthians 12:21-22).
• Solution: Admit your needs and be vulnerable to receive God's goodness. Remember everything is from God, recall your humble beginnings, spend time with those who know your true self, and admit your needs.

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Should you try to reconcile with your former spouse? Dr. Gary Chapman's advice to those who've gone through a divorce is to wait at least two years to recover. That gives God time to work in your former spouse's heart.

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Today on Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe … we’re learning about the inner-correcting power of God. As we move forward in our series, Breaking Free … What It Means to Walk Tall Again, we’re going to be continuing our study in 1 Timothy, looking at how an unclean conscience can affect our minds and bodies in unexpected ways and how we can instead, make it clear.

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Colorado’s law unlawfully denied women the choice to save their babies. 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.

Psalm 73:21-24

Then I realised that my heart was bitter, and I was all torn up inside. I was so foolish and ignorant— I must have seemed like a senseless animal to you. Yet I still belong to you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny.

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