When the pageant went off-script / Weird white elephant gifts / Saying "no" as an act of worship

When talking about finances, there always seems to be something to save for. Whether it's a house, a child's school, or retirement, there's always something to put your extra money toward. So that leads to an important question: are you ever done saving? Guy from Compass Financial Services has an answer that may surprise you.

Grief is hard, and the holiday season has a way of magnifying it. Whether you're mourning the loss of a loved one, a job, or a family situation that's been particularly hard - the bright lights and happy carols can make the dark corners of our story feel even darker. Dr. Heidi shares some tips with Kristy and Taylor on how to cope with grief in the holidays.

Kristy asks her son, Zack, who's on the Autism Spectrum: What's it like viewing the world as someone on the Autism Spectrum?

Creative names for your pets / The best Christmas treat / Why the manger matters

You probably know that you should invest. But what even does that mean, where do you start, and how can you think about it so that you're as effective possible? Guy shares a simple overview on what investing is, what it isn't, and what it's for. (From the archives)

Nostalgia is a powerful force during the Christmas season, and part of that is because of the warm memories we have of the holiday. But over time, the magic of Christmas can fade as life gets complicated, as grief enters our lives, and as the stressors of adulthood compete with the childlike wonder we used to feel. Dr. Heidi shares that, while we may never be able to recapture the one-dimensional joy of Christmas, there are things we can do to make the season feel special.

Kristy asks Christina Hannan, host of the Praying Through Scripture podcast: Is it ok to ask God for things? Or should we only pray for God's kingdom to come?

Making holiday birthdays special / Moving at God's speed / It may be weird, but it wouldn't be Christmas without it

The end of the year is coming fast, and that means several deadlines as it relates to your finances. Michele from Compass Financial shares some tips on things to think about and things to do as the year comes to a close.