Abrahams Wallet

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 i...

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 l...

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...

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 equ...

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...

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 l...

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 m...

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://abrahamswalle...

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 t...

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 partn...

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. Ple...

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 in...

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 p...

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://abrahams...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 introduce the topic of discipling children, beginning with the...

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 discuss some recent financial headlines and train you in...

Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please support this ministry at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Steven Manuel talks to Great Texan Johnny Phipps about how his passion for serving...