Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett discuss a long-standing social problem. With the latest Bud Light/Dylan Mulvaney kerfuffle, and with Target (and other retailers) rolling out the rainbows this summer… what is the Christian playbook on protesting and boycotting products and brands that violate our conscience? Is there any recourse to just complaining or demanding these companies change their policies or messaging? It’s a hot topic… and it ain’t going away. If you’re going to lead your family, you s...
May 24, 2023•54 min
Steven Manuel shares a method for dedicating property (think: homes and businesses) to God... and cleaning out whatever might have been there before. If expanding the Kingdom is part of our mandate, then this is a super helpful skill for all would-be Abrahams! Watch as Ross Dykstra dedicates a new business property and see how "anointing" is practically done. (Wait... do we believe this stuff is actually real???) Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partne...
May 17, 2023•23 min
Mark and Amelia Parrett sit down for a frank discussion about how to talk to children about sex. Starting with the very earliest years, describing their bodies to them (and telling them what they’re for!) sets children up to eventually become family leaders in their own rite. Amelia’s experience as a lecturer to school and church groups about “Maturation” makes her a great resource for practical help for a contentious subject. Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders....
May 10, 2023•39 min
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel describe one of the most important skills anybody can master when it comes to financial acumen: the ability to deal with debt. First of all, what does the Bible say? Is it legal for Bible people to borrow (or lend) with interest? Then: is getting out of all debt ASAP always the best policy? Might there be GOOD debt as well as BAD debt? And what does LEVERAGE really mean? Also: what about that time the fellas went out to Las Vegas to watch some hoops? Abraham's Wall...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel sit down for a special BREAKING NEWS edition of Abe's Wallet. Since the Biden administration has decided to penalize good borrowers and reward bad borrowers... we had to have a talk. Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Experian.com Abrahamswallet.com/donate About Abraham's Wallet: AW websit...
Apr 26, 2023•20 min
Steven Manuel grabs some time with his old friend Louis Arnold of Tharros Security Solutions to talk about a man’s role as a protector of those around him. God is a protector, so isn’t it godly to also be a protector? Steven and Lou discuss standing against fear in our culture, the courage to be different, how to be aware of your personal space, avoiding dangerous situations, and having a plan for home protection. All this and more great ideas for protecting your home, body, and loved ones! ' Ab...
Apr 19, 2023•46 min
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss the next in their Critical Skills of Money series: MULTIPLICATION. (This is the aspect of money management that people REALLY get JUICED about: how do we take money and turn it into MORE money?) Everybody gets amped at the idea, but multiplication is more about discipline than anything else. Being comfortable with taking some risk helps too. ALSO! If you're wondering how Mark's suits have been fitting him lately, this episode is for you! Abraham's Wallet ex...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel sit down to answer an age-old question: Would I Be Burning Money to Hire a Financial Planner? What do all those letters after their names mean? What do they do that I couldn't do for myself? Are they jacking up the prices of my investments to put money in their own pockets? And how might I find out?? They discuss all this and are up front about the fact that NOT EVERYBODY NEEDS A FINANCIAL PLANNER and some tips and watch-outs in this fraught arena. Have questions a...
Apr 06, 2023•49 min
There are rumblings and mumblings out on the street, and we're going to get to the bottom of it all. Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk through the headline grabbers, grabbing helpful insights and wisdom from all the goo. Much of the hype should be ignored, they say (which is a normal maxim for them). The Bible tells us to keep level heads, even when banks are failing, cryptocurrency's value is indeterminate, and the FED is fighting inflation with everything they've got. Stay abreast of financi...
Mar 29, 2023•44 min
In this SECOND installment of the wildly popular Critical Skills of Money series, Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel walk us through what you do after acquiring money (part 1's subject): giving OVERSIGHT to that money (and the rest of your assets). They review planning, budgeting, monitoring, and even whether or not you need tax prep help! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswall...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Steven Manuel takes time to answer a listener’s email about why fathering feels more like drudgery and less like delight. There could be several factors at play including: Are you and your wife on the same page? Do you enjoy your children? (i.e., are you training and disciplining them?) Do you have a family vision? And do you see fathering as part and parcel with your discipleship? Steven comments on being the first in a family to follow the LORD- that’s what a patriarch is! Steven also takes hi...
Mar 15, 2023•44 min
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel throw open the door to their much-ballyhooed series The Critical Skills of Money. They start by covering Step One: ACQUISITION. How do you GET money? What are the key phases to doing so? And what are the best moves inside those phases? LISTEN TO FIND OUT! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Resources mentioned in this episode:...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk about the financial and familial implications of WEDDINGS (Where should you save dough for a wedding? How much do you need to put aside monthly?), then we hear from Dora Manuel of Viva Bella Events on what weddings actually cost these days. Finally hear some fun ideas for celebrating weddings (and why), including… aging balsamic vinegar?? Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping mul...
Mar 01, 2023•1 hr 1 min
It's a bursting episode! Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel present the "table of contents" for their upcoming series: The Critical Skills of Finance. If someone possess these seven key skills, they are living wisdom in the realm of money. We also hear a sneak preview of Steven's upcoming musical release and check in on LoDoFeb progress... Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswall...
Feb 22, 2023•53 min
In a special episode recorded late last year, Steven Manuel sits down with Chris Thompson and Chris Lyons of KLENR products. Steven correctly predicts a major NCAA football upset, then learns a little about soap and why you should spend your soap dollars with Kingdom businesses that are good for your body and put good into the world. Steven also gives us some editorial rants about how we see the military. Good-smelling fun! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Pl...
Feb 15, 2023•32 min
This week we (for the first time ever) are replaying an episode in celebration of the life of Roger Manuel, who finished the race well on January 31, 2023. His words are now even more impactful than when he originally spoke them, and we think that Roger provides an eternal perspective on living life as a servant of the King. If you'd like more Roger, check out these episodes: https://abrahamswallet.com/podcast/home-roger-and-linda-talk-about-work/ https://abrahamswallet.com/podcast/telling-famil...
Feb 08, 2023•49 min
Mark Parrett and Jeff Davenport discuss their favorite reads of 2022. It's... a long list of books. They pretty much liked them all. See below...! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Rambo: First Blood Part 2 Madhouse at the End of the Earth, by Julian Sancton Here, by Richard McGuire 2034, Ackerman and Stavridis Gamblin...
Feb 01, 2023•53 min
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel tantalize and prep the people for the upcoming LoDoFeb money saving extravaganza, giving us 16 great tips for living in moderation through the month of February. Steven also gives us an Israel trip review and Mark updates us on the hamster he gave as a white elephant gift at Christmas. Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Resou...
Jan 25, 2023•1 hr
In this episode recorded in December 2022, Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss the financial and moral implications of gambling. The obvious question is “can a Christian play poker?” but our hosts also look at other places we put our money which are effectively gambling. They also throw some shade at craps and roulette... Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/dona...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Steven Manuel trucks out to visit Jeremy Boswell, the God-fearing driver behind Emmett Ridge Farm. Jeremy shares some provocative thoughts about food and its source, and how regular folks can better steward land God provides. ...and he challenges us to go find a small farmer near us and BUY HIS FOOD! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Resources mentioned i...
Jan 11, 2023•39 min
Mark Parrett talks with Chris Cirullo of Mission Fit Dads about how to navigate the waters of personal fitness. Do you need a personal trainer? Do I have to have a plan? Should I be doing cardio? ...and all that sort of thing. Steven Manuel jumps in, uninvited, at the top to describe why physical capital even matters. Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Res...
Jan 04, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk through the 11 things you should be doing to end your financial (calendar) year right. #1 on the list is to plan your goals summit... but then #1 is overtaken by another #1! Don't miss the surprise ending! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Our Goals Summit post: https://abrahamswalle...
Dec 28, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Steven Manuel and Jeff Davenport discuss Steven’s recent road trip with his father and the notable moments that gave him pause. Is nostalgia good? What should we be looking for...
Dec 21, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Steven Manuel and Jeff Davenport talk about how to use credit cards for your business, and how to maximize offers and bonuses. Steven also shares some recent retail experiences and...
Dec 14, 2022•38 min
Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Steven Manuel and Jeff Davenport talk about running...
Dec 07, 2022•37 min
Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett talk about practical tactical methods for training children in HOW TO OBEY, starting with children as young as 5 months old. They go over principles...
Nov 30, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Steven Manuel continues his conversation with Jeff Davenport from the “Who Are Our People?” episode, considering how to give both truth and grace to those in our inner circle dealing...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please support this ministry at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel look at some of the financial headlines and give...
Nov 16, 2022•52 min
Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please support this ministry at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Let’s look at Mark’s house! Mark Parrett tours us through his Abrahamic tent, explaining...
Nov 09, 2022•29 min
Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please support this ministry at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Steven Manuel talks with Mark Parrett about discipling our children, specifically about how parents...
Nov 02, 2022•51 min
