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Even in the loneliest places, God's presence is unwavering—He promises never to leave or forsake those who trust in Him.

In this upbeat workshop, Dave Ramsey reminds couples that if they can agree on their spending, they will be more united in pursuing their goals and dreams together. He reminds parents of the importance of educating their children in the arts of spending, saving, and giving, and offers encouragement to singles as well.

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At some point in our lives, all of us are bound to feel hurt in a deep and sometimes profound way. So, in those intense moments of pain and betrayal, how do we find the power to forgive? Dr. Robert Jeffress explains the biblical steps to developing a forgiving heart.

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The world constantly tells us, “You just need a little more.” But what if real peace isn’t found in having more, but in learning to need less?

What comes to mind when you hear the word “wealth”? For some, it means freedom. For others, it brings anxiety and pressure. Today, Jeff Manion joins us to explore how we can cultivate contentment in a culture that always craves more.

Jeff Manion is the Teaching Pastor at Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for over 40 years. He is also the author of several books, including Satisfied: Discovering Contentment in a World of Consumption.

In a world that constantly urges us to acquire more, climb higher, and chase the next upgrade, contentment often feels elusive. But what if true satisfaction isn’t found in accumulation, but in learning—learning to trust, to remember, to let go, and to live fully in the present? Contentment is not something we’re born with—it’s something we must learn. And we’re learning it together.

Let’s be honest—wealth can be confusing. One day, we're living simply out of necessity, and the next, after years of doing the right things—avoiding debt, saving diligently, and giving generously—we find ourselves in a season of financial stability. You’d think contentment would come naturally at that point. But surprisingly, it doesn’t.

Learning contentment in a season of sufficiency is often more challenging than in a season of scarcity. When we experience financial security, the temptation to trust in our own strength rather than God's provision becomes a real concern. 

This isn’t new—it’s the same struggle the Israelites faced in Deuteronomy 8. After years of daily dependence on manna in the wilderness, God warned them not to forget Him once they entered the Promised Land. He reminded them: “Remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth” (Deut. 8:18). That warning is for us too.

Contentment is rooted in the present, not the future. And yet we often believe we’ll only be at peace "there and then"—when the vacation arrives, the mortgage is paid off, or the kitchen is finally renovated. But if we can’t be fully alive to God and the people around us now, there’s no guarantee we will be later.

We don’t stumble into contentment—we learn it. The Apostle Paul, writing under house arrest, said, “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances” (Phil. 4:11). His circumstances didn’t determine his joy. His peace wasn’t tied to his comfort. And ours doesn’t have to be either.

Sometimes the path to contentment starts by taking inventory—literally. For many of us, stuff multiplies without our awareness. A drawer of unworn t-shirts, a shelf of unused dishes, boxes of forgotten CDs…they add up. We can begin the journey toward contentment by shedding excess.

A simple practice, like giving away five items a day for seven weeks, can bring clarity and peace. Not because we’re pursuing minimalism for its own sake, but because we’re reminding ourselves that joy isn’t found in our possessions—it’s found in a life uncluttered by distraction, filled with God’s presence and purpose.

Comparison is a thief of joy. Whether or not Teddy Roosevelt actually coined

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You can find success principles nearly everywhere: in books, seminars, podcasts, videos, radio programs. But people who are successful often find it less fulfilling than expected. A famous celebrity said, “I think everybody should get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so they can see that it's not the answer.” Well today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie identifies those things that offer enduring satisfaction – from serving the purposes of God.

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A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.

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Are you wrestling with grief, depression, or anxiety? In this powerful FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson sit down with pastor and author Mark Vroegop (”Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy”) and biblical counselor Christine Chappell (“Midnight Mercies: Walking with God Through Depression in Motherhood”) to explore the biblical practice of lament. Discover how lament is more than just complaint – it’s a prayer language that moves you towards deeper trust in God, even in the midst of profound sorrow. Mark and Christine share insights from their own experiences and ministries, emphasizing the importance of a “”theology of sorrow”” and why sadness is a valid, even necessary, response to life’s brokenness.

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