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As inflammatory rhetoric and unprovoked violence against Jews surge worldwide, Christians are faced with significant questions: What is next on God’s agenda for His people of promise? And how can we, as friends of the Jewish people and of Israel, fight against this rising hatred? Oliver Melnick joins us to teach us what the Bible says about antisemitism in the End Times.

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On the next Faith & Finance Live, Harlan Accola joins Rob West to talk about why the equity in your home should be considered as part of your overall stewardship plan. You’ll also hear some stats that might surprise you. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial decisions. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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What if the antidote to our loneliness isn’t found in another program or platform, but in something as simple and sacred as a table? Author Ian Simkins believes we live in an age of distraction and disconnection. While we scroll endlessly, we ache quietly for real community. That’s why he believes every table is an altar. What does the Bible say about this table invitation? Find out on Chris Fabry Live.

Featured resources:
Every Table an Altar: Reclaiming Connection in a World of Division, Distraction, and Loneliness by Ian Simkins

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Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children by Kathy Koch

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Our culture fights against aging in every area possible. But the Bible gives a hopeful perspective on growing older. Jen Wilkin joins Chris Brooks on Equipped with Chris Brooks, to talk about how we can embrace our age and acknowledge our changing realities. Learn how to age wisely in an anti-aging world when you join us for Equipped.

Featured Resource:
Dust to Dust: Aging Wisely in an Anti-Aging World by Jen Wilkin

September thank you gift:
The Special Needs Parent by Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini

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We continued our theme, "Core Truths," on Karl and Crew today.  Dr. Erwin Lutzer joined us and shared his pastoral heart on how loving Christ means living like you do! Who are you serving, and what is your attitude?  Dr. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of Moody Church and host of the broadcast, Running to Win.  Also, who are Gen Alpha, and how do we reach them with the Gospel?  Shane Pruitt is the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board.  His latest book is called "Reaching Generation Alpha."  He offered great insight.  You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. 

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Disciple-Making Churches [00:07]

Dr. Erwin Lutzer [07:09]

Callers Core Truths [22:12]

Chapel Link [29:14]

Shane Pruitt [33:09]  

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Christians often say that God owns everything and that what we possess has simply been entrusted to our care. We apply that principle to our income, savings, investments, and giving. But we may treat another significant asset differently: the equity in our homes.

Harlan Accola, who leads the reverse mortgage team at Movement Mortgage, joined the show today to discuss why homeowners—particularly those approaching or already in retirement—should consider home equity as part of their overall stewardship plan.

For generations, many families have followed a familiar pattern: buy a home, pay off the mortgage, and eventually leave the house to their children.

That goal is certainly not wrong. But Harlan says tradition can sometimes cause us to mentally separate home equity from the rest of our financial resources.

“The home equity is wealth,” he explained.

That does not mean every homeowner should borrow against a home's value. Rather, it means home equity deserves to be considered alongside retirement accounts, savings, investments, and other assets when evaluating the resources God has entrusted to us.

That consideration has become increasingly important as home values have risen.

Harlan pointed to research from Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies showing that many older Americans have accumulated substantial equity in their homes. In some cases, homeowners may have more wealth tied up in their houses than they have available in retirement accounts and other liquid assets.

That can create an unusual situation: someone may appear financially secure on paper while struggling to generate enough monthly cash flow for ordinary expenses.

Another common assumption is that parents should leave the family home to their children free and clear.

Again, that can be a worthy goal. But Harlan encourages families to consider it within the broader purpose of stewardship.

Scripture places tremendous emphasis on the spiritual legacy we leave behind—our faithfulness, wisdom, example, teaching, and love for God and others. Financial resources may certainly be part of an inheritance, but they are not the only inheritance that matters.

That raises several important questions:

• Could some of the wealth stored in a home help meet legitimate retirement needs? 
• Could it help provide for a surviving spouse? 
• Could it reduce unnecessary financial pressure? 
• Could it create opportunities for generosity while someone is still alive?

Those questions do not automatically lead to the same answer for every family. The point is to prayerfully evaluate the home as part of the entire financial picture rather than assuming it must remain untouched simply because that has traditionally been the plan.

In many families, adult children may also care far more about their parents having financial stability and appropriate care later in life than about preserving every dollar of home equity for an eventual inheritance.

Owning substantial home equity does not necessarily mean retirement expenses are easy to manage. Harlan says he regularly encounters older homeowners with significant equity who nevertheless struggle to cover monthly expenses or unexpected repairs.

He also noted that many older homeowners still carry mortgages well into retirement. When housing costs consume a large portion of a household’s income, even someone with considerable home equity can experience financial strain.

That distinction matters. A home may represent considerable net w

Are you more of a giver or a taker in your relationships?  Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe challenges us, from Ephesians chapter 4, to work hard enough that you have something left over to give.  Learn how to build others up with your words instead of tearing them down … listen to Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe.

Bold Steps Gift: The Church In Babylon: Heeding the Call to Be a Light in the Darkness - Erwin Lutzer and Ed Stetzer

Visit or watch Mark Jobe at New Life Community Church

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Today we visit with awarding-winner columnist, Bill Gertz about several national security and defense issues. We start with President Xi’s recent visit to the American and learn what promises were made, what issues were discussed and what, if any gains, were made by the U.S. Get ready to hear keen insights from someone who has been covering these kinds of issues for decades.

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Anger happens; it's part of being human. But it does not need to control or ruin your life! Learn to express anger in a healthy way that brings positive results. Whether you are seriously out of control, hot-tempered or easily annoyed, now you can break free from the grip of anger. Joins us as Dr. Linda Mintle takes your questions on the topics of anger and forgiveness.

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From greater earning power to entrepreneurship and the coming wealth transfer, women are entering a significant season of financial stewardship. For Christian women, the bigger question is how to faithfully steward these resources. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Pam Pugh talk about using what God has provided with wisdom and purpose. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial journey. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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