Steven and Mark walk through some thoughts on budgeting, gift-giving, decor, and traditions in this Christmastime special. AND they have gifts for you! Christmas music and a Christmas reading guide! 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: The Nativity Bible Compilation: https://abrahamswallet.com/2023/12/05/what-to-read-at-c...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Mark joins Brad Ellis and Chad Masters talking about their silly HALF BAKED IDEAS. A diversion from AW's normal financial- and household-leading fare, this light and tangy episode is meant to be a lark. Enjoy! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at abrahamswallet.com/donate Resources mentioned in this episode: Ghost Runners podcast: https://www.ghostrunners.life/ Mornings With the Masters YouTu...
Nov 29, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Divorce is to be avoided at all costs… so how do we make our marriages DIVORCE-PROOF? We give tips for spiritual oneness, relational health, physical intimacy… and financial fitness! We even give you tools like our Summit Guide to pursue marital resilience! Let’s make our marriages strong! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at abrahamswallet.com/donate Resources mentioned in this episode: Five...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 9 min
The fellas answer your practical divorce questions: What if a couple divorce "amicably"? Is THAT ok? How do you talk about divorce to children? What if you're single and older- are divorced people off limits!? Is pornography usage the same as adultery? Get ready for some Hot Sports Opinions! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at abrahamswallet.com/donate About Abraham's Wallet: AW website: htt...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 1 min
What are the FINANCIAL considerations of divorce? Should everybody have a pre-nup? Should you lawyer up and try to screw your spouse in the settlement? What happens to your tax scene? Your credit? Estate planning? We look at all this, and Steven throws in an opener about FORGIVENESS. Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at abrahamswallet.com/donate Resources mentioned in this episode: Freeannual...
Nov 08, 2023•53 min
Let's talk about DIVORCE. Is it ALWAYS off-limits? Might there be ANY circumstances, Biblically, when divorce would be justified? Can we have compassion on people no matter WHAT their situation is? And is there any conflict between God's perfect laws, Moses' 'policies' that he wrote, and Jesus' controversial words on the subject? And... would it worth being punching a buddy in the face over it? I mean, if you even care a LITTLE BIT about multi-generational family building... THIS SUBJECT MATTERS...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Mortgage Rates are at their highest point in 20 years. Makes you want to crawl into a hole and hide, right? Well don’t do it! Mark P gives us an update regarding the market’s recent activity and what it means for the consumer. The fellas also give some comments about the political landscape, the recent minivan episode, our “fathers as protectors” episode, and encourage you to make the most of open enrollment. So much value in such a short pod! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblica...
Oct 25, 2023•46 min
Ian Bishop, car guru and haircutter extraordinaire, gives us his insider tips on minivans (new and used), buying a car for your business, and whether electric vehicles are coming to the minivan market... 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/ About Abraham's Wallet: AW website: https://abrahamswallet.com/2017/11/27/what-is-abrahams-wallet/ Apple Podcasts: http...
Oct 18, 2023•48 min
www.theisraelstory.org We also recommend the Rabbi Daniel Lapin's recent podcast episode about the War in Israel,
Oct 12, 2023•29 min
When is it right to challenge your local pastor? Or somebody who’s harassing your wife? Should believers carry weapons? Is it a father’s responsibility to monitor the internet and television in his home? Just how far does this “protector” stuff go anyway? Is it more Christian to be passive and kind, or to be bold and challenging? What is GOD like, anyway? Does He protect us… with weapons? And what does it mean to be made in His likeness? …all this and more…! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire an...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 3 min
You've heard them: BUY GOLD! GET OUT OF THE MARKET! HOLD ONLY CASH! HOLD NO CASH! BUY GASOLINE! etc etc etc. The fellas break down if prophecy is real, how to handle a false prophet... and how to ACTUALLY prepare for calamity (which does happen)! 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: FEMA’s ready kit: https://www.ready.gov...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Here's four big risks to avoid when buying a second/vacation/short-term rental home. Make sure you don't run your ship ashore! 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/ About Abraham's Wallet: AW website: https://abrahamswallet.com/2017/11/27/what-is-abrahams-wallet/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abrahams-wallet/id1462593706 Spotify: https...
Sep 27, 2023•42 min
Mark Parrett shares ways to maximize your giving dollars with tax strategies out the wazoo! 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/ About Abraham's Wallet: AW website: https://abrahamswallet.com/2017/11/27/what-is-abrahams-wallet/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abrahams-wallet/id1462593706 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6xbcf3Ihay...
Sep 20, 2023•53 min
Biden's EV demands, coupled with the UAW's insistence on higher wages and a shorter work week, brings the American auto industry to a grinding halt. But what does it mean for the consumer?
Sep 18, 2023•11 min
How to turn your MONEY into POWER and INFLUENCE! By... giving! 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/ About Abraham's Wallet: AW website: https://abrahamswallet.com/2017/11/27/what-is-abrahams-wallet/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abrahams-wallet/id1462593706 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6xbcf3IhayaoKB4sTegPRw?si=4M-m7mwUR0Gig...
Sep 13, 2023•48 min
Linda Manuel shares a lifetime of wisdom gleaned from hard work, thrifty parents, personal responsibility, and the challenge of independence. She tells us why being over generous with children (as well as helping them out of all their troubles) is unwise and unproductive. She explains that being good at a job, getting up on time, meeting your responsibilities, and personal autonomy are all fostered very early on… and tells us how she did it! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical ...
Sep 06, 2023•51 min
Jerry and Janet Pryor (Jeremy's parents) had a decision to make: they were grandparents who were separated from family, had a pension coming their way, and numerous ministry opportunities. Should they continue on their fruitful path... or leave everything in pursuit of a legacy? Hear them describe their home, schedule, and rationale for what they've done in The Grandparenting Years! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equi...
Aug 30, 2023•31 min
Is having a vacation home a vain pursuit? Is it only for the spoiled rich… or might it be part of a fiscally responsible strategy to combine wealth-building and family-building? Steven talks to John Breitenfeld (his father in law) about why buying a beach house was the right move for his family. THEN Steven sets up an excerpt from his new podcast, What The Church!? Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen fa...
Aug 23, 2023•36 min
Do you ever wish you had an insider into Car World who could tell you when to buy, when to sell, which model to shop for, how to talk to salespeople, what banks are looking for, and tell you which cool cars are coming out when? Yeah, us too. That's why we have Ian Bishop, and he's full of another bunch of great insights for people who buy cars (which is, um... everybody). Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi...
Aug 16, 2023•44 min
Should Christians care about health? Is it ok for a Christian to see a doctor? Is my health God’s job, or mine? What does it mean that my body is “a temple of the Holy Spirit”? And uh… if we ARE doing the healthcare thing… what kind of insurance is right for you? Join Mark and Steven as they discuss the Biblical response to health and healthcare… and describe the options available today. As Steven says “you WILL be spending money on healthcare this year”… so you might as well be smart about it! ...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr
Used Cars! What a quagmire! Every fraught transaction can leave you feeling like “I got screwed!” And it can feel like the wild Wild West with bandits around every corner, trying to pawn lemons to the uninformed. Steven has a long conversation with Ian Bishop, who has an insider’s perspective on how this industry really works. He tells us how to maximize trade-ins, when to get rid of your car, how to consider future payments, and even some tips on which 3rd row SUV is a particular GET right now!...
Aug 02, 2023•49 min
Jeremy Pryor gives Steven a tour of his house. As you’ll see and hear, the Pryors have thought about how to USE their property (every last foot of it!) for the sake of their family’s culture and vision, which includes having lots of people using their home as well! Marvel at the expansive front porch! Gawk at the built-in pickleball court! Amaze at the massive family gathering room… and all the thought that’s gone into every nook and fascinating cranny of this one-of-a-kind, Abrahamic, mission-i...
Jul 26, 2023•48 min
In this week's episode, Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett discuss the need of obedience at home. Assuming fathers are in submission to God, how do they train their children to obey as well? And... how important is that, anyway? Isn't obedience training swimming upstream of culture, pop psychology, and just about every modern notion? Besides the fact... don't we want to get ALONG with our kids!? Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett take a deep look into Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets. As they continue their series on OBEDIENCE, they consider the valid criticisms in the series... but why most accusations in this series are off the mark. If you want to uphold Biblical standards of obedience in your home, you might want to know what the culture is saying about the subject... so listen up! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in i...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 7 min
There is much ballyhoo over whether dad has the right to make others obey him. "He must!" "He must never!" "He is a tyrant!" "He is a pushover!" ...but one of the most important quarters that obedience must be present is IN DAD'S HEART. Join Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett as they discuss the myriad ways that fathers must live under submission and accountability, thus exemplifying OBEDIENCE as a core family principle. Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please pa...
Jul 05, 2023•44 min
Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett continue their series on the Critical Skills of Money. In this episode: TRADING. Trading (or, SPENDING, as it's commonly called) is a skill; can you aptly trade dollars for all the goods your family needs, and still have something left at the end of the month? Mark talks through several cost-saving tips and reviews this activity that's common to every single family. So... ARE YOU GOOD AT TRADING? Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders....
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr
Steven Manuel gets out the slide projector and shows us what he and his wife did for a recent anniversary and answer the age old question, “What does it really cost for an in-town anniversary night getaway?” He kept the receipts! He shares actual prices! And you won’t believe the total cost! (Okay, maybe you will.) 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/ Resour...
Jun 21, 2023•27 min
Steven Manuel hosts a discussion in his living room about grief, death, and what the Bible actually tells us regarding this experience common to mankind. We MUST be able to lead our homes and speak with Biblical literacy on the subject of death and grief. So listen in to this free-flowing discussion recorded live in the Manuel living room. Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahams...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Steven Manuel joins old pal Shane Miller in this episode about what one man did to combat decades of obesity, and why this is different than any fad diet he's ever tried. He doesn't track calories, and uses the money he saves on food to buy his new wardrobe! Hear how he doesn't cut out all sodas, carbs, and desserts... and still averages 2lbs lost per week. What's the magical difference? (HINT: it's discipleship, and walking through your life with God!) Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equ...
Jun 07, 2023•43 min
Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett discuss the REAL amounts that people REALLY spend on several categories in the average home on a monthly basis. Get their reactions to several surprising numbers, and compare the averages to YOUR home's numbers. Where are you thriving? And where do you need to make adjustments? 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 men...
May 31, 2023•53 min
