Every few seconds, another American becomes a victim of identity theft. But what most parents don't realize is that their children are often the biggest targets.  In this episode, we explain why kids are so vulnerable and share simple, free steps you can take in just one afternoon to help protect your family's financial future. If you're serious about stewarding and protecting your household, this conversation is one every dad needs to hear. Links in this Episode https://www.equifax.com/personal/credit-report-services/credit-freeze https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin https://www.annualcreditreport.com https://www.optoutprescreen.com https://www.identitytheft.gov AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 https://abrahamswallet.com/retreat/ Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

Every dad has been there. Your child says something disrespectful. Your spouse reacts in a way you didn't expect. Stress builds at work, and before you know it, you're responding out of emotion instead of wisdom. But what if there was a simple framework that could help you slow down, take ownership of your thoughts, and respond in a way that honors God? In this episode, we're joined by James Lenhoff to unpack the powerful CTFAR method—a practical tool that's helped countless people navigate conflict, parenting, marriage, work, and even financial decisions with greater clarity and self-control. If you've ever wished you could respond more intentionally instead of reacting in the moment, this conversation will give you a framework you'll use for years to come. Links In This Episode Emotion Wheel: https://abrahamswallet.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Emotion-Wheel-1.jpg CTFAR Model Questions: https://abrahamswallet.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Unknown.pdf WealthQuest: https://www.wqcorp.com/ GoodSense: https://goodsensemovement.org/  FreedUp App: https://getfreedup.com/  Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

What if the next great family business wasn't a business at all—but a car? Self-driving vehicles are arriving faster than most people realize, and they may completely change how families think about transportation, income, and stewardship. In this episode, we explore why autonomous Teslas could become one of the most practical business opportunities available to ordinary families. Imagine a vehicle that can run errands, take Grandma to church, drive the kids to practice, handle airport runs, and potentially earn income while you're at work or asleep. It sounds futuristic, but the future may be closer than you think. Join us as we discuss the opportunities, challenges, and implications of a world where your next employee might be a car. Links in this Episode AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23  Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

As America nears its 250th anniversary, we're ending this series with a vision worth fighting for. Drawing from George Washington's own words and the biblical promise of every family dwelling safely under their own vine and fig tree, we'll explore the kind of peace, prosperity, and freedom Christian fathers should be building toward. Because the inheritance we leave isn't just financial—it's the world our children and grandchildren will one day call home. Main Topics Covered Why we engage culture without idolizing politics The biblical vision of every man under his own vine and fig tree What shalom really means and why it matters for families George Washington's repeated use of Micah 4:4 in letters and leadership America's founding ideals vs. today's expanding government and family breakdown How Christian dads can fight for ordered liberty, family strength, and economic freedom Practical ways to teach your kids real history and pray for the nation AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23  Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

In this episode of Abraham's Wallet, we confront the pressure on Christians — especially fathers and church leaders — to stay silent on "political" topics. We will explain how the culture has hijacked the word "politics" to silence biblical truth on marriage, family, gender, human dignity, and creation order. This is a call for men to lead their homes courageously by applying Scripture to every area of life, rejecting cowardly silence, and reclaiming bold Christian civic engagement. Perfect for dads, grandfathers, and anyone tired of the false divide between faith and culture. Main Topics Covered Why "staying out of politics" is a modern trap for Christians The Johnson Amendment and how it silenced churches Biblical truth vs. cultural redefinition of family, marriage, and gender Leading your home with courage on hot-button issues America's Christian founding and the call to patriotic, truth-speaking faithfulness Real-world examples: transgender participation in youth sports, Pride Month, and more Key Bible passage on speaking truth boldly Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

Many Christians have been taught a version of American history that treats faith as an afterthought—or worse, a problem to overcome. But what if the story is more complicated than that? What if the men who shaped this nation regularly referenced Scripture, called for Christian virtue, and believed that faith was essential to preserving liberty? In this episode, we explore the often-forgotten Protestant heritage of America and why it matters for Christian fathers today. Not because America is perfect or worthy of worship, but because understanding the inheritance God has given us helps us teach our children with gratitude, wisdom, and truth. If you're shaping the culture of your home, this is a story worth knowing. Links in this Episode Revolution: https://amzn.to/4vZ4bP6  The Light and the Glory: https://amzn.to/4oCbGsK  Join our Online Community, UR: https://abrahamswallet.com/support/   AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 https://abrahamswallet.com/retreat/ Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

Most Christians think of inheritance in terms of money, land, or possessions. But what if one of the greatest inheritances God has given you is the place where you live? Your neighborhood, your city, your state, and even your nation are not accidents—they're part of the stewardship God has entrusted to you. In this first episode of our four-part America series, we explore the biblical call to seek the welfare of your place and why faithful Christian families have a responsibility to build, bless, and cultivate the communities around them. If you've ever wondered what it looks like to love your country without idolizing it, this conversation is for you. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

What if the real win this summer isn’t building something new… but learning to actually enjoy what God has already given you? So many Christian fathers spend their lives grinding, building, planning, and striving that they forget to stop and receive the gifts sitting right in front of them: their current stage of life, meaningful friendships, simple meals, time in God’s Word, and quiet moments of peace. Don’t fall into the “performance trap” and lose your ability to savor life. Scripture teaches that enjoyment itself is a gift from God—and an Abrahamic father is called not only to build faithfully, but to receive God’s goodness with gratitude and pass that joy down to his children. If your soul feels tired even while your life looks productive, this episode might be the reset you need. Links in this Episode AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23  Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

A lot of Christian men treat fitness and health like optional side quests—something nice to care about after the important stuff is handled. But what if stewarding your body is actually part of your calling as a husband, father, and leader? Right behind spiritual and relational capital sits physical capital, and ignoring it eventually impacts everything else God has entrusted to you. In this episode, we talk honestly about the “dad bod” mindset, why physical health matters more than most Christian men want to admit, and some practical ways to start taking stewardship of your body seriously. Steven shares the conversation with his doctor that changed everything for him, and together we unpack how better health can help you show up stronger for your wife, your kids, and the work God has given you. Links in this Episode AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 https://abrahamswallet.com/retreat/ https://www.walkinlab.com https://www.loseit.com https://www.myfitnesspal.com https://www.whoop.com https://www.stelo.com https://open.spotify.com/track/3iiMf4CK7te9bzc8F20Lkk?si=MTsGPWz2S92F3FYxRBf0aA Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 If you want to pass down a family business without creating tension, resentment, or long-term conflict, this episode breaks down what actually works—and what most families overlook. It’s for business owners, parents, and next-generation leaders who care about protecting both their legacy and their relationships. In this conversation, we walk through a real-life example of a multi-generational farm transition that was done well—over the course of 15–20 years. Instead of rushing the process or avoiding difficult conversations, this family took a long-term, intentional approach. They aligned around a shared vision, developed trust over time, and made thoughtful decisions that served both the business and the family. We explore how both generations handled expectations, avoided entitlement, and stayed committed to the bigger picture. One of the key takeaways is the value of bringing in outside help early—not because things were broken, but to ensure they stayed healthy. The result wasn’t just a smooth transition of ownership, but a stronger, more unified family. The episode also zooms out to the bigger principles: why succession is a process (not a one-time event), how clear planning prevents unnecessary conflict, and why doing things “above board” is one of the most practical ways to love your family well. From estate planning to communication, this is about stewarding both assets and relationships for the long term. Topics covered: Passing down a family business without conflict Why succession planning should start decades in advance Avoiding entitlement in the next generation Managing expectations between parents and children The role of patience and long-term thinking in transitions Why outside guidance can protect family relationships Succession planning vs. reactive decision-making The importance of wills and estate clarity Protecting sibling relationships during asset transfer Building a legacy that lasts beyond money Timestamps: 00:00 Why most family business transitions go wrong 02:10 A real example of a successful farm succession 06:45 How the next generation prepared for leadership 10:30 Setting expectations between generations 15:20 Why this transition took 15–20 years 19:40 The risk of entitlement and short-term thinking 23:15 Bringing in outside help early 27:50 Succession as a long-term process 31:10 Family dynamics and multi-generational living 34:45 Choosing relationships over short-term gains 36:25 The importance of long-term vision 38:00 Doing things “above board” to protect the future 40:10 Estate planning, wills, and avoiding conflict AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram