On this week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope, Chris Brown celebrates dads everywhere. To begin the show, he takes a call from Justin asking about family and work-life balance. Then he reads an email from Lynn sharing how Episode 49, The Significance of Motherhood, impacted her week. Next, he speaks with Kim about using the debt snowball to pay off her debts. Chris responds to Catherine’s email about whether she should keep saving while paying off her debt. Chris then shares three ways God...

On this week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope, Chris Brown talks about managing the expectation gap. First, he takes a call from Kelsey and gives him advice about accepting a loan from his father-in-law. Then, he talks to Lynn about celebrating God’s blessings, even if we didn’t work for them. Melina calls in to ask for advice on setting boundaries with her parents. Finally, Chris talks with Christine Caine about her new book, Unexpected: Leave Fear Behind, Move Forward in Faith, Embrace The...

On this week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope, Chris Brown shares what true sacrifice really looks like. First, Chris speaks with Brian about talking to his parents about money and long-term insurance. Next, Chris gives Tashana advice on what to look for when it comes to finding a church home. Then, Chandler calls in with his financial testimony and encourages listeners to keep making sacrifices in order to goals. Chris then shares a message about true sacrifice and challenges listeners to...

On this week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope, Chris Brown tackles the topic of God’s will: Do we actually want God’s will in our lives or just God’s approval of our will? Chris takes a call from Jared asking advice for his church. Should his church go into debt to purchase a new building? Chris chats with Cameron about student loan forgiveness, and whether it’s a good option for him and his new wife. Chris then shares a message about God’s will, open doors and biblical wisdom. To close,...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown challenges himself and parents everywhere on the topic of distracted parenting. Chris shares the story behind the famous but difficult to hear song by Harry Chapin: ”Cat’s in the Cradle.” First, Chris speaks with Jason, a Financial Peace University coordinator who shares his personal testimony about the impact his parent’s money decisions had on him as a child and how Financial Peace University has changed his family’s lives. (5:36)...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown honors mothers everywhere. Chris opens the show with the story of one woman’s unique call to motherhood through international adoption. Then, Chris addresses Aaron’s fear when it comes to saving for the future. Next, Chris responds to an email from Darlene about the meaning of margin and shares tips on how you can make space in your own life. Chris then shares his own story about his relationship with his mother and how five little...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown reminds us that persistence pays off. Chris opens the show with the story of the Old Testament prophet Nehemiah who persisted through criticism, threats and ridicule to rebuild the wall in Jerusalem. Next, Chris takes a call from Brittany asking for his wisdom: How to know God’s will in their struggle with infertility and desire to start a family? Chris responds to an email from Jonathan, a debt-free college student, asking about...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown explores the topic of dating in the age of social media. Chris shares the story of a southern California professor and his colleagues who were determined to make an impact in the lives of married students and decrease the divorce rate. You may be surprised at the initiative they launched. Then Chris takes a call from Isaac in Dallas, who wonders if he and his wife should pull their money out of the stock market or leave it there...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown asks listeners to explore their belief in miracles. Do you believe in God’s power to do something big in your life or are you filled with doubt? Chris opens up with the incredible story of Barbara Cummiskey-Snyder, a woman who experienced God’s healing power when life itself hung in the balance. Chris receives a call from Christopher, an ironworker who worked at Ground Zero, asking for advice on how to prepare for his daughter’s...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown tackles the topic of life balance . . . is it a myth? Chris receives a call from Nathan of Fort Collins, CO asking for advice about student loans (6:07). Ashton emails Chris about a past argument she and her husband had in front of their daughter—she feels a lot of guilt when her daughter remembers the incident. Ashton wants advice on what to tell her daughter when she brings it up (15:07). Chris gives annuities advice to Ryan...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown asks listeners to examine their lives with the question, “Are You Complicating Your Life?” Jack calls in from Philadelphia to ask Chris about investing (6:48). Chris addresses an email from Roger in Texas about starting a Financial Peace University class in his area (13:14). Cheryl from Colorado calls in to ask Chris how he feels about life insurance retirement plans (15:49). Chris speaks with Mariah, a single mom from Pennsylvania...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown challenges us to balance the tension between wisdom and faith when it comes to prosperity. Chris talks to Emily from Georgia about entitlement and leaving an inheritance (7:24). Chris reads an email testimony from Jonathan updating the show about what God has been doing in his life (14:50). Phillip from Charlotte, North Carolina calls in to ask Chris if he should cash out a whole life policy his father took out for him (16:03)....

This week's episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown challenges us to believe God for more. Chris responds to a tweet from Grady about a school in Georgia requiring students to take an economics class covering a unit entitled, "Benefits of Credit" (5:27). Then, Chris speaks with Justin about replacing his old car by making payments to himself rather than to a lender (9:07). Chris responds to an email from Daniel who has a question about tithing. Chris explains the difference between...

This week's episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown encourages us to consider how we respond to stress. Chris responds to listener calls and emails. (6:55) Bryan, who works 60 hours a week and leads an FPU class, wants to know if it's a good idea to take on more responsibility at church. Mike maintains a good attitude most days, but struggles to stay positive when his supervisors stress him out. Krystal needs to save an emergency fund but is also behind on her mortgage payment and...

This week's episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown reminds us to check our ambitions at the door. (6:08) Chris responds to listener calls and emails. Jim and his wife want her mother, who was recently diagnosed with dementia, to receive the best care possible, but family drama stands in the way; Kelly would like her husband, who works 60-70 hours per week, to find a new job but isn't sure how to motivate him; Michael owes $53,000 and wonders if the calls he gets about student loan...

This week's episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about work. Chris responds to listener calls and emails related to work. (5:43) Anthony would like to make a career change after decades in the construction industry; Alexandria finds herself in a tough life situation and wonders how she can best leverage her work options; and Marie is a business owner who needs advice on how to buy out a partner. (24:48) Chris talks with Clay Scroggins about the lessons found in his new...

This week's episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown encourages listeners to choose joy no matter the circumstances. Chris responds to listener calls and emails. (5:30) Jenny and her husband recently paid off a credit card but disagree over whether or not they should cancel it; Andrea wonders if a new ER bill should be added to the debt snowball or partially paid for with the emergency fund; and Charlie and his wife are saving for a down payment on a home in Los Angeles and want to...

This week's episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown focuses on deeper relationships-with God and others. Chris responds to listener calls and emails about tithing and more. (4:49) Danielle wants advice on tithing as a realtor with fixed expenses and varying income; Stephanie shares her tithing testimony; Jaime wants to know how she (a saver) and her husband (a spender) can get on the same page about finances even though they keep their money separate; and Sherry wonders if she'll be...

This week's episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown is all about humility. Chris responds to calls and emails from listeners. (5:31) Paul wonders if pursuing an MBA is worth the investment of time and money; Jacob owes $60,000 in student loans but can't afford the monthly payments; and Anthony wants to break his car lease. (23:39) Chris shares a message on our ultimate example of humility: the life and death of Jesus. (40:35) Chris talks with Chris Hogan about the struggle to remain...

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...

This week’s episode of Life, Money and Hope with Chris Brown encourages us to remember 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...

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...

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...

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’...

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...