2300 Reasons Why

Rev. Dr. Patrick Ferry has been on a journey. As a pastor, author, and retired University President of 24 years, Dr. Ferry is a life long learner. He learned early on that surrounding himself with the right people led to opportunities he otherwise may have not had. Through obstacles and trials, Dr. Ferry has continued to have faith in trust that good things will prevail - and they have! Listen as we talk about what the great exchange means in our relationship with Christ as we dive into 2 Corinthians 8:9.  Dr. Ferry is also currently a candidate to become the new Lutheran Church Missouri Synod President - you can learn more about him at www.patferry.com This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Patrick Ferry is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Patrick Ferry are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Andrew sat in a jail cell wondering if life as he knew it was over. Little did he know God was transforming his life throughout that time for bigger kingdom purposes than Andrew would have ever imagined. Listen as Andrew shares his incredible story about redemption, restoration, and God bringing the right people into his life when it was needed most. In our discussion, we explore Luke 21: 1-4 and how this story amazingly connects with Andrew's own.  Andrew is the Founder and CEO of Inspiration Ministries in Auburn, Indiana. It is a non-profit organization that exists to reach the least, the last, and the lost by extending grace, teaching truth and transforming lives. Inspiration Ministries focuses on people transitioning out of prison with restorative housing and community connection. They are also active in prison ministry. Find out more about Inspiration Ministries here: https://www.inspiration-ministries.org/ This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Andrew Foster of Inspiration Ministries is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Andrew Foster are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Brandon Schall is President of Health Special Risk, Inc. in Dallas, Texas. Prior to that he spent over 13 years at American Specialty in Fort Wayne, IN as Sr. Vice President in various roles. Being content plays a big part in our financial journey, especially when the world around us is telling us not to be content. Brandon joins me to discuss Hebrews 13:5-6 and how God's word has a counter-cultural view of money, wealth, and possessions.  Are we living on the edge of YIKES? When we wrestle with generosity and being good stewards, we can be stirred in a way that makes us ask "can I trust God in this?"  Also, listen as Brandon shares stories from some of his philanthropic heroes when it comes to radical giving - including his son!  Finally, Brandon reminds and encourages us that we are all on our own unique financial journey. As we trust God more with what he has blessed us with, we can take an open hand posture that says, "pour through for greater kingdom purposes."  This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Brandon Schall of Health Special Risk, Inc. is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Brandon Schall are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Dr. Jeff Clark is the Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach for Indiana Wesleyan University. What their team has done over the past decade plus is remarkable.  IWU has record of 433-98 (.815) 3 NAIA National Championships 4 Final 4’s 10 Elite 8’s In terms of winning percentage over the last 9 years throughout the country, they only trail Gonzaga - a division on powerhouse Dr. Jeff joins me to discuss Romans 12: 1-2 and Matthew 6:21 and we have a great discussion comparing the worldly way vs the kingdom way. Pursuing the kingdom way requires us constantly examining our heart - especially when it comes to money and possessions. Listen to learn about the basketball programs IAm3rd motto and how it is applicable to all of us daily in whatever we do. We also have a great discussion about what has kept him at the same school for 16 years - his answer might surprise you. Finally, listen to learn what it means to be "Praying on Offense". Learn more about Dr. Jeff here and the basketball program: https://iwuwildcats.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/jeff-clark/772 This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Dr. Jeff Clark of Indiana Wesleyan is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Dr. Jeff Clark are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Dr. Randy Schroeder is the author of the 2020 three-time national award-winning Christian marriage book, Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the 2021 two-time national award-winning Christian parenting book, Simple Habits for Effective Parenting. In this episode, Dr. Schroeder joins me to discuss ideas and tips from his book on healthy relationships when it comes to finances. Even if you aren't married, we hope you can take away some ideas for your own financial journey! We also focus on 1 Timothy 6:10 and how money can impact our relationships. For over four decades, Dr. Schroeder has spoken to and counseled thousands of individuals, spouses, and parents about the simple, yet very effective habits that are essential for an enjoyable life, happy marriage, and for effectively parenting a child. Dr. Schroeder has a successful counseling practice at Cornerstone Lutheran Church in Carmel, Indiana. Learn more about Dr. Schroeder at his website, DrRandySchroeder.com and enjoy his educational videos at Dr. Randy Schroeder - YouTube Channel This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Dr. Randy Schroeder of Schroeder Counseling & Consulting, Inc. is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Dr. Randy Schroeder  are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Stewardship is often defined as being managers of the money we have been given. In my interview with Lindsay Hannah, we explore the idea that there is more to stewardship than just our financial resources. Lindsay, Vice President of Investor Engagement for Greater Fort Wayne, Inc. has a unique job coming along side high-net-worth donors on their own stewardship journey. We discuss the qualities and characteristics that donors have and that you don’t have to be high-net-worth to have those qualities. Listen as we explore Matthew 25:29 and Leviticus 27:30. This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Lindsay Hannah of Greater Fort Wayne is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Lindsay Hannah are her own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Often when we think of sales, we think of commission, bonuses, transactions, and do "whatever it take" to get the sale done. Dale Gerke, Indiana Regional Manager for Bott Radio Network, helps us look at sales from a Christian perspective. For over 25 years, Dale has been applying Christian-based principles into his sales work which has led to a soon-to-be published book in addition to training material where he spends his time teaching these principles to other sales professionals. In this episode we look at some scripture verses from Proverbs but also discuss wisdom based selling and what it means to be biblically mentally tough. This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Dale Gerke of Bott Radio Network is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Dale Gerke are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates.  Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Olympic bronze medalist, author, advisor, consultant, speaker, and jail minister. Paul has a unique perspective when it comes to money and possessions based on the different experiences he has had throughout his career. In this episode we look at Mark 10 focusing on the Rich Young Man. We also discuss distractions, how they are all around us and often it is the most subtle, logical ones that get in our way. We also talk about where we get our security from. The battle of earthly/temporary security compared to our eternal security. Paul is currently the National Director of Practice Management with Ash Brokerage working along side financial advisors and their practices all across the country. This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Paul Kingsman of Ash Brokerage is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Paul Kingsman are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates.  Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Gary Martin enjoyed a 30 year career at General Electric before going full time into different ministry roles. Over the past 24 years, Gary has worked for Crown Financial Ministries, National Christian Foundation of Northeast Indiana, Family Meridian, and has served on numerous boards. Gary joins the podcast to talk about the Rich Young Fool in Luke 12 and share a real life story where redemption showed up in the most unusual way and where God's timing was perfect. Most recently, Gary has had a passion for local church discipleship with a primary focus on Financial discipleship amongst church leaders and members.  This material is provided for informational purposes only and is not solely intended to be relied upon as a forecast, research or investment advice, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. They also do not include all fees or expenses that may be incurred by investing in specific products. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments will fluctuate and when redeemed may be worth more or less than when originally invested. You cannot invest directly in an index. The opinions expressed are subject to change as subsequent conditions vary. Advisory services offered through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC. Gary Martin of Family Meridian is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Advisor Network. The views expressed by Gary Martin are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates.  Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC does not provide legal or tax advice. Before making decisions with legal or tax ramifications, you should consult an attorney or tax advisor for advice that is specific to your situation.

Do you know that Jesus spoke and taught on money more than any other topic in the bible? There is a deep connection with how we think, treat, and deal with money to our own spiritual lives. Listen to the trailer as Austin Thoms gives more on his background and the reason behind 2300 Reasons Why.