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Christians often wonder where to take their stand in a culture whose values conflict with Scripture. Dr. John Neufeld examines 1 Corinthians 5:9-13, where Paul clarifies a crucial distinction: believers are called to engage with sinners in the world, but must not tolerate unrepentant sin among those who claim to follow Christ. We often get this backwards—condemning the world while excusing ourselves. God's mission is for the church to be salt and light, offering the world an attractive alternative rather than a mirror image of its brokenness.

The Gospel Alternative to the Cultures of Men: Being a Christian inevitably puts you in conflict with culture. In this three-week series, Dr. John Neufeld examines 1 Corinthians 5-7 to explore how the gospel creates a distinct counter-culture in the church. Addressing sexual purity, church discipline, and Christian identity, Dr. Neufeld challenges believers to live faithfully in a broken world—not by condemning culture, but by demonstrating Christ's transforming power through humble accountability, moral courage, and authentic community that offers hope to a watching world.

Money is never just about dollars and cents. It’s a window into our hearts, a test of our faith, and even a testimony to the world.

Few people have taught that truth more faithfully than Ron Blue. Today, he’ll share lessons from his own journey—from Wall Street to biblical stewardship—and explain how our approach to finances transforms us and our relationships with others.

Ron Blue is a financial teacher, author, and co-founder of Kingdom Advisors. He has helped countless Christians apply biblical wisdom to their finances and is best known for his bestselling book, Master Your Money: A Step-by-Step Plan for Financial Contentment.

Ron began his career on Wall Street, later founding his own accounting firm and advising countless entrepreneurs and professionals. But everything changed when he became a Christian and encountered the teachings of Larry Burkett and Howard Dayton. He came to realize that everything that worked in the financial world had its roots in biblical wisdom.

For more than forty years, he’s witnessed God’s redemptive work through money—seeing firsthand how financial decisions reveal the heart and become a powerful entry point for spiritual growth.

As the late Billy Graham once said, “When you get your attitude about money right, the rest of life tends to fall into place.”

Ron often quotes Larry Burkett’s insight that how we handle money is one of the clearest indicators of our spiritual life.

Every purchase, every act of giving, every financial habit reflects what—and whom—we trust most.

The first and most foundational lesson Ron has seen believers embrace is this: God owns everything.

Once that truth takes root, everything changes. We move from ownership to stewardship, from anxiety to contentment, from control to trust. Those who live as stewards tend to develop an eternal perspective—knowing where their true security lies.

When couples discuss money openly within that framework, communication strengthens and unity deepens. Money becomes not a barrier but a bridge to a deeper connection.

One of Ron’s signature teachings centers on answering the question: How much is enough?

Defining financial “finish lines” for lifestyle and accumulation frees believers from endless striving. It helps them determine when to give more, save less, and live joyfully within God’s provision. From a worldly view, enough is never enough—but from God’s view, it is both possible and freeing.

When we truly believe that God owns everything, our financial goals shift. We seek margin—the space to give, serve, and respond to God’s call.

Money itself isn’t the goal—it’s a tool to accomplish God’s purposes. Whether it’s how we educate our children, give to ministry, or plan for the future, the question becomes: How can these resources advance God’s Kingdom?

When people look at us, they shouldn’t see someone better, but someone different—different priorities, values, and goals.

Not every couple starts on the same page financially. Ron has seen how honoring the marriage covenant sometimes means yielding financial preferences for the sake of peace and witness. In one case, advising a believing wife to honor her unbelieving husband’s wishes about tithing led to that husband’s eventual openness to Christ.

Even in his own marriage, Ron and his wife, Judy, have relie

What is the single biggest source of conflict in your marriage right now? Join Chip as he teaches you how to fight fair in marriage.

What I learned on the sandlot from the “Barnes Boys”

• Conflict is normal, it's an opportunity for growth, it must be diffused or it will destroy, and it demands rules so no one gets hurt

God’s perspective on conflict:

• Conflict is inevitable in a fallen world. -Jn. 16:33
• Conflict flows from our differences and our selfishness. -Jms. 4:1-3
• Conflict is an opportunity for growth. -Phil. 2:1-4

The most common communication styles:

1. Turtles: The goal is to avoid.
2. Sharks: The goal is to win.

How to diffuse conflict in your marriage:

• D: DEFINE the problem (on your own). -Pr. 15:14
• I: INITIATE a time to talk. -Matt. 5:23-24
• F: FOCUS on the “perceived” problem, not the person. -Pr. 18:19
• F: FEEL their pain. -Pr. 17:17
• U: UNCOVER the root problem. -Pr. 20:5
• S: SET things right between you. -Jms. 5:16
• E: ESTABLISH a specific action plan that addresses the issue discussed. -Jms. 1:22-25

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The same spirit that hates the Jewish people hates all of God’s children—including us. It’s an important time to use our voices for the people of Israel. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the events of October 7, 2023, alongside Colonel Keith Isaacson, the Director of Security for part of the attacked region in Southern Israel. Isaacson tells of his first-hand experience of the atrocities that took place, but he also shares hope for the rebuilding, restoration, and renewal of the communities in the area. Then, Pastor Allen teaches on God’s relationship with the Jewish people. He has not abandoned nor replaced them, and we should continually pray that they recognize their Savior. 

As a parent, you can be certain that you've made mistakes in your past that you hope your children will never repeat. Be honest with your children and explain to them the consequences of those mistakes.

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Are we living in the last days, and how do current events fit into God’s prophetic plan?  Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe and Wayne Shepherd sit down with Dr. Charlie Dyer for a special TV edition tackling biblical prophecy.  We’ll cut through the confusion and speculation to focus on what Scripture clearly teaches about the future.

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Dr. Stanley talks about finding God's will as he unveils the richness of the biblical phenomenon of fasting and prayer.

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