Abrahams Wallet

There are often two ditches churches can find themselves in. There are the churches who think, my pastor is such a good public speaker. If he doesn’t EXACTLY fit in the qualifications of an elder, it’s ok. We are all just trying our best. I can look past this and that.  Then, there is another type of church whose members think it’s their personal responsibility to hold their pastor accountable to...

Last week the S&P 500 hit an all-time high. (Woohoo!) In light of this, we decided to take a minute (with the help of "Cletus") to demonstrate the importance of making “boring” financial investments. But, patience is not only a virtue when it comes to finances. We also need to be patient as we shepherd the hearts of our children. This sounds great in theory, but what do you say and do when you...

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Poverty is invisible; it exists in your work ethic, your personal discipline, your aversion to pain, and even your ability to make a plan. Steven and Mark kick around the Biblical idea of poverty, and give tips on how to wrestle it into submission, so that you can lead your family into true, deep, lasting prosperity. Also, Mark is excited that Texas now has razor wire! Abraham's Wallet exists to i...

There is a family (okay, there are many families) who have decided that, one month a year, they'll spend as little as possible, wear not-spanking-new clothes, forego lattes, and eat everything they already have! The LoDo exercise we do here at Abe's Wallet every February helps train us in spending, our ability to restrain ourselves... and helps train our money to not be our master! Give this exper...

Is “toxic masculinity” real? It is if you read The Mosquito Coast… and learn the lesson from a book like “Moonwalker”…! Jeff Davenport and Mark Parrett continue their annual Best Books of… series with 2023’s crop of old and new reads that may inspire you to pick up something intellectually and creatively stimulating! Give these lunkheads a listen! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Bibli...

Who do you want to become? Setting ambitions isn't just for 8th graders; we all have to decide which way we're headed, then plot a course for our destination of choice. In this episode, Steven and Mark lay out a case for AMBITIONS: it's good to have them, but they can be dangerous if vanity is present. The fellas lead off this episode with a review of 2023's AW episodes. Abraham's Wallet exists to...

What can the Chronicles of Narnia, a decades-old children’s fiction teach us about having a godly home?  Mark Parrett talks with Aaron Bair, a teacher and author of A Joyful Outpost, which is an exploration of the Narnia stories created by C.S. Lewis. Aaron believes that a Biblical home of order, security, celebration, bravery, and hospitality are all wonderfully modeled for us by… Mr. and Mrs. Be...

Steven Manuel talks us through Psalm 37 as a blessing for the year of craziness before us. Are you ready to walk into massive societal turmoil and keep your head on straight? Psalm 37 will show you the way! 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 mentio...

If God could set up a society, what would it look like? Unrestrained capitalism? Pure free markets? Or would there be freedom... with LIMITS? Let's take a look at Leviticus 25 and find out God's principles about making (and keping?) money. About Abraham's Wallet: AW website: https://abrahamswallet.com/2017/11/27/what-is-abrahams-wallet/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abraham...

Mark (and Kyla!) Parrett shows us a real-time example of how a savvy parent can walk children through the broad strokes of investing, and give them a real-world goal that will motivate discipline and growth. Kyla tells us how she's planning to earn, what she's planning to buy... and which large cap American companies catch her investing attention! Abraham's Wallet exists to inspire and equip Bibli...

Be in submission and pay your taxes! But be shrewd and pay as little of them as possible! Mark sits down with Jed to talk tax: planning, prep, and year end strategies! Not normally your bag? Well then you'll love this conversation! Mark and Jed get the straight skinny on what you should be doing with the (hopefully as small as possible) portion of your monies that will be forfeit to the ruling reg...

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 t...

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...

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...

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 a...

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 equip...

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...

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...

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 Wal...

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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...

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://abr...

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-walle...

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...