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This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown encourages listeners to adopt a spirit of grit. Chris responds to calls and emails from listeners. (7:15) Anna feels overwhelmed by the amount of personal and business debt she and her husband owe; Jacob emails for advice on tracking expenses for tax purposes in his side job; and Jens wonders how he might find his career calling. (29:57) Chris shares real life and biblical examples of grit. (45:23) Finally, Chris talks with Gary, a recovering alcoholic and Financial Peace University member-turned-coordinator about how having grit changed his life.Today’s featured Scriptures include Proverbs 6:5, Proverbs 22:7, Proverbs 21:5, John 10:10, Acts 20:24, 1 Corinthians 1:27, Acts 16:19-38, Psalm 20:7Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown encourages us to that even when we feel alone, we are not alone. (7:20) Chris wonders if he should use his emergency fund to cover the cost of his mother’s mortgage; Cory asks if he should postpone Baby Steps 4 and 5 in order to pay his home off in two and a half years; Joanna emails to share her story and thank Chris for his ministry; Matt wants to know how he can be smart about buying a house when he lives in an expensive area of the country; and Jerry asks for career advice: should he follow ion or pay? (37:59) Chris shares his personal experiences with loneliness including homelessness and his mother’s attempted suicide. He then gives listeners a look at the truth of God’s word—and why we can trust that He’s always with us.Today’s featured Scriptures include 1 Timothy 5:8, Proverbs 21:20, Ephesians 6:2-3, Romans 13:8, Proverbs 17:22, 1 Timothy 6:17-20, Deuteronomy 31:6, 2 Timothy 4:16-17, Psalm 91:14-15, and John 14:18Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about the power of friendship. Chris takes a call from Tamara, a pregnant mother whose husband works a 100% commission job. They’ve fallen behind on their bills and she’s not sure how to get caught up. (5:50) Chris talks with Lexie about how the people in her inner circle helped her work through the trauma of a lifetime of sexual abuse (15:55) and with Andy about how he and his wife overcame infidelity with the help of friends and family. (29:55) Finally, Chris shares a message on what Jesus’ inner circle looked like and how we can make the most of our relationships today. (39:51)Today’s featured Scriptures include 1 John 2, Proverbs 19:4-6, Proverbs 17:17, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 27:6, Ecclesiastes 4, Proverbs 27:17Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown shows us that the right knowledge is power. Chris takes calls and emails from listeners. (5:50) Allie and her husband are working to pay off non-mortgage debt but wonder if they should sell their home as well; Shonda works in sales and needs encouragement as she is currently struggling to meet expectations; and an anonymous listener emailed for advice on how to handle a stressful work environment. Chris then shares a message on the filter we should use before accepting advice. (27:35) Finally, Chris talks with Pastor Stephanie Hughes of St. John’s United Methodist Church in Texas City, TX. (41:24)Today’s featured Scriptures include Matthew 28:19-20, Proverbs 11:4, Psalm 1:1-6 and Matthew 25:14-30.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown takes on the victim mentality and encourages listeners to choose the role of victor instead. When Chris takes calls and emails from listeners, (5:50) Randy wants advice on showing forgiveness to his ex-girlfriend; Cheryl and her husband paid off $22,000 in debt in just eight months, but lost sight of the plan and went back into debt over the holiday season; Aaron emailed with an opinion about mowers; Coryn emailed to ask Chris’ favorite version of the Bible; and Garrett called to ask how he might best encourage his grandparents through their financial troubles. Chris then shares a message on what Jesus has to say to the person with a victim mentality. (32:45) Chris interviews Boston Marathon bombing survivor, Rebekah Gregory, about how she’s made every day count since the bombing. (46:00) Today’s featured Scriptures include Matthew 6:14-15, Ephesians 4:32, Psalm 24:1, 1 Corinthians 4:2 1 Corinthians 10:31, Matthew 25:14-30, Proverbs 13:12, Psalm 71:14, Romans 4:18. Romans 15:13 and John 5:6.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown challenges listeners to own 2018 and make it the best year yet. Through a message on the Christmas season, Chris encourages us to find ways to celebrate life even when things aren’t perfect by focusing on the One who is perfect. (4:52) Chris then talks with pastor Craig Groeschel about how a daily practice of submitting to God produces long-term results. (18:10) Today’s featured Scriptures include Psalm 16:8 and James 4:7.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown encourages us to that people don’t shape their future—their habits do. In this episode, Chris talks to listeners with home, church and work-related questions. (4:50) Bryan is out of work and struggling to pay his mortgage; Shaniqua tithes regularly but wonders what she should do if she doesn’t trust her church to manage the funds; Josh’s employer offered him a settlement to cover repeated injuries, and he wants to know if he should use the money to pay off debt. Chris shares a strategy for getting rid of bad habits by filling our days with good ones. (33:20) The show ends with a conversation between Chris and a listener named Phil, who used the power of habits to pay off $30,000 of debt in under 12 months and bought a condo with cash two years later. (44:55)Today’s featured Scriptures include Proverbs 6:16-19, Matthew 5:9, Luke 14:28, 1 John 3:9, Deuteronomy 12:2-3, Titus 2:7, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Matthew 6:5.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about the power of focused intensity over time. In this episode, Chris talks to listeners about how they can use this strategy to reach their money goals. (6:07) Joy calls in to ask about the meaning of the phrase “start with the end in mind;” Pat and his wife are nearing retirement and trying to decide if they should pay off their mortgage or keep it; Bill is working the debt snowball and emailed in to ask if he should use stocks to pay off his remaining debt; and Roger and his brother want to help their parents get squared away for retirement. Chris shares the Momentum Theorem and talks about why God is such an important part of the equation of focused intensity over time. (28:10) The show ends with a conversation between Chris and a listener named Tyler, who just returned from a trip to Italy with his wife after paying off all of their debt. (41:26)Today’s featured Scriptures include Proverbs 29:18, 1 Timothy 5:8, Colossians 3:23-24, 2 Timothy 2:15, Colossians 3:17, Proverbs 13:4, Philippians 4:13, Proverbs 6:5Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about why fear doesn’t get a vote. In this episode, Chris talks to listeners who are struggling to overcome fear. (6:16) James’ new painting business has taken off, but he’s worried he won’t manage the business well; Jeff wants to know if his wife can claim a portion of her ex-husband’s social security check to help her in retirement; Chrissy emailed to say she and her husband are working to pay off their last debt but are feeling discouraged. Chris then discusses what the Bible has to say about fear. (33:12) The show ends with a conversation between Chris and Kris Hammons about the fear he and his wife work to manage while their baby is in the NICU. (43:25)Today’s featured Scriptures include Proverbs 21:20, Psalm 84:11, Psalm 119, 1 Corinthians 11, Jeremiah 29:11, Matthew 6, Joshua 1:6-7 and 9, 2 Timothy 1:7Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown discusses how to thrive, not just survive during the holiday season. In this episode, Chris talks to listeners about their houses and their contentment. (6:49) Theresa’s home is paid for, but it’s in a neighborhood that’s going downhill—she wants to know if she should sell; Micah struggles with being content while wanting more from his life; Mike and his wife will retire in three years and wonder if they should use some of their retirement savings to pay off their house. Chris then shares five ways we can thrive during the holiday season. (25:24) The show ends with an interview with Roma Dorsey. She has a new website which offers hope and encouragement in our world full of dark and depressing news. (42:51)Today’s featured Scriptures include 1 Corinthians 10:31, Romans 13:8, Galatians 6:7, Job 42:10, Matthew 5:44, Proverbs 11:55, Hebrews 10:24-25Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about leaving a legacy. In this episode, Chris talks to people who have questions about how to handle the next big step in life—from weddings to babies to a relationship with God and the church. (6:20) Ryan just got engaged and wants to give his fiancée the wedding of her dreams without taking on more debt; Chris writes in to comment on God’s sovereign timing; Jake asks what he should do to financially prepare for a first baby while also working to pay off debt; and Veronica emails with a question about how to move forward in her relationship with God. Chris then shares a message on what it means to leave a legacy according to Scripture. (30:57) The show ends with an interview with Dave Ramsey on what it means to leave a professional and personal legacy. (47:25)Today’s featured Scriptures include: Matthew 22:23, Malachi 3:10, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Deuteronomy 6:5-7, Matthew 6:20-21, Psalm 145:4, Psalm 78:4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about navigating family drama over the holidays. In this episode, Chris talks to people who have questions about dealing with job loss, g the deed to someone else’s home, and leading an FPU class in Canada. (5:20) Dawn and her husband both recently lost their jobs, and she needs advice on what to do with their severance packages; Liz’s uncle wants her mom to sign the deed to a home he plans to buy and asked for her help; and Tina wrote to share her success with paying off debt and wants to know how she can help others. Afterward, Chris talks with Kyle Idleman about his book Grace is Greater. (25:20) The show concludes with a conversation between Chris and his brother-in-law, Travis, about taking person responsibility in cases of family conflict. (42:28)Today’s featured Scriptures include Romans 4:17, Proverbs 21:5 and Ephesians 4.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about debt and the fact that interest paid is a penalty. In this episode, Chris talks to people who have questions about college savings, credit card debt and God’s grace. (7:33) Pat asks how to get the most of his 529 college savings fund; Jennifer emails for understanding on why God is so generous with us; and Tammy wants to know the best way to pay off credit card debt. Afterward, Chris talks about what the Bible has to say about debt. (30:30) The show concludes with a conversation with Jeff Martinez who discusses his journey with obtaining and paying off debt. (45:25)Today’s featured Scriptures include: James 1:2-8, James 1:12, Romans 5:2-5, Proverbs 4:25, Proverbs 22:7, Romans 13:8, Proverbs 17:18, Proverbs 11:15, Proverbs 6, Deuteronomy 10:14, Matthew 25:14-30Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about the power of unity. In this episode, Chris talks to people who have questions about an alcoholic spouse, student loans, and mortgage refinancing. (7:05) Beth’s husband is an alcoholic who refuses to get on board with her money plans; Andrea emailed to ask if she should take money from her IRA to pay off a student loan; and Heather has a question about refinancing her home to move debt around. Afterward, Chris talks about the power of unity and how the Bible models this for us. (29:34) The show concludes with a conversation with Matt Redmond on his latest album, Glory Song, and how it speaks to the unity God calls us to. (44:22)Today’s featured Scriptures include 1 Corinthians 1:10, 1 Corinthians 4:11-13, Colossians 3:13-14, John 17, Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 4:3Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown asks the question: Is honor a lost art? Chris talks to people who have questions about cog a loan, getting a spouse on board financially, and dealing with multiple mortgages. (6:26) Tammi won’t cosign her daughter’s student loan but isn’t sure what advice to give her instead; Chris emailed for help on how to get his wife excited about The Total Money Makeover plan; and Michael has two mortgages while saving for a dream home but isn’t sure this is the best approach. Afterward, Chris talks about the lost art of honor and how, by other honoring others, we honor God. (25:03) The show concludes with a conversation with Onterio Green, a pastor of The Potter’s House in Texas, about what it means to honor your senior pastor and your team. (37:44)Today’s featured Scriptures include Proverbs 6, 11, 17 and 22; 1 Chronicles 29:11; 1 Timothy 1:17; Revelation 5; Ephesians 4:11-12; 1 Peter 2:17; Romans 13:2; 1 Timothy 5:17; 1 Timothy 3; Ephesians 5; Exodus 21; Romans 12:10; Romans 12:3; Philippians 2:8; Proverbs 21:21, 24, 29:3; 1 Peter 5:5; Matthew 23:5, 29-33; Revelation 4; 1 Timothy 6:16; Revelation 14Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about defeating the real enemy. In this episode, Chris talks to people who have questions about who the real enemy is when it comes to money. (6:10) Wyatt asks if he should borrow money from his mom to pay off a credit card; Chris needs clarification about how much to save for retirement when self-employed; Michael emails in for advice on what his wife should do with money she’ll receive following her ex-husband’s death; and Dave asks which mortgage option is best for a new home he and his wife are building. Afterward, Chris talks about who the real enemy is: Satan, not the people around us. (24:38) The show concludes with a conversation with Andrew and Jameel, who share their unlikely story of friendship after Andrew, a police officer, falsely accused Jameel of drug possession. (37:55) Today’s featured Scriptures include 1 Corinthians 10:31, Matthew 5:38-48, Ephesians 2:2, James 4:4, Matthew 4, 2 Corinthians, James 4:7.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

In this week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown, Chris talks to people who have questions about tithing and budgeting. (5:06) Caleb wonders if he and his wife should go back and pay tithes on their past income; Tina wants to know why she can’t seem to save money even though she has few expenses; Monica emails in for advice on how to get her husband on board with budgeting; and James wants clarification on how much money he and his wife should spend without consulting each other first. Afterward, Chris talks about the difference between tithing and generosity and the fact that both are opportunities, not obligations. (41:55) The show concludes with a conversation with Jennifer, who shares her story of how tithing changed both her finances and her relationship with God. (54:17)Today’s featured Scriptures include John 10:10, Matthew 23:23, Malachi 3:10, Deuteronomy 14:2, Deuteronomy 14:22–23, Deuteronomy 14:28, 1 Samuel 15:2, Malachi 3:8–11, Deuteronomy 14:29.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about stewarding the future. In this episode, Chris talks to people about making smart decisions today to better prepare for tomorrow. (5:58) Casey considers taking out a loan to launch a business; Sean asks if he’s a little too focused on his debt snowball; Laura wants to know how to help her mother-in-law with her health; Lowell wonders if he should purchase a house. Afterward, Chris shares three biblical principles for wise investing. (26:35) The show concludes with an interview with NFL player Ryan Broyles about his choice to live on a $60,000 a year income when he was making millions. (40:10)Today’s featured Scriptures include Proverbs 16:22, Matthew 25:14–30, Proverbs 13:22, Ecclesiastes 11:2, Proverbs 21:5 and 1 Corinthians 4:2.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about contentment and entitlement. In this episode, Chris talks to people who are struggling with being content. (5:45) Meko loves his job but doesn’t have enough money to pay his bills; Kris asks how he can start studying the Bible to be a better leader for his family; Jessi asks how to get her husband on board with paying off debt. Afterward, Chris shares three truths about contentment. (27:45) The show concludes with a conversation with Zack McCullock, who lived in a camper with his wife for eleven months while they paid off all their debt. (43:45)Today’s featured Scriptures include 2 Timothy 3, Joshua 1:8, Psalm 19:105, Proverbs 21:5, Philippians 4:10–13, Ephesians 2:10 and John 10:10.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all things we should never do. In this episode, Chris talks to people who are struggling with tough decisions. (4:08) Daniel isn’t sure how to encourage his father to purchase long-term care; Tim shares a story about life insurance and tax withholding; Pat struggles between paying off his debt or filing bankruptcy. Afterward, Chris shares a list of 20 things we should never do. (21:00) The show concludes with a conversation with Brandon Watkins from Fallen Pastor ministries. (39:03)Today’s featured Scriptures include Ecclesiastes 5:5, Matthew 5:37, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Luke 14:28, Ephesians 6:11–17, Romans 13, Proverbs 6:5, Romans 13:8, Genesis 4, Proverbs 22:7.Would you be interested in being a part of the show? If you have a question for Chris or a success story that you would like to share, please call him at 866.357.3283.