Author: Erick Neuman
Since its initial release ten years ago, the Kendrick Brothers’ Courageous has impacted fathers across the world with its message of serving and protecting families. One of the greatest cinematic success stories of 2011, this unlikely film produced by a church in rural Georgia became the number one new movie in its first weekend of release that year and went on to gross more than $34 million dollars. Releasing in theaters nationwide this weekend, the original film has been remastered with several new scenes added to enhance a message that could never be more vital than at this time. Courageous Legacy,…
AGING NATURALLY AND GRACEFULLY Now in her 60’s, Kim is determined to age as naturally and healthfully as possible, and to help others to do likewise. Through personal research, she’s learned a lot about what’s beneficial to put in and on our bodies, and what’s not. For example, she’s decided not to color her hair, use fillers (e.g. Botox), or have plastic surgery. Kim believes we can all age more naturally through daily choices about food, avoiding toxins, exercising, and educating ourselves about what’s truly good for us. THYROID ISSUES As people age, many begin to have thyroid problems,…
During his 11 years as an NFL quarterback, Jeff Kemp was known on and off the field for his leadership skills. Whether it was calling and executing plays on the gridiron or working away from the sport to strengthen marriages and families, Kemp has always been willing to work for the improvement of the modern family. Recently, Kemp has teamed up with Fatherhood CoMission to champion fatherhood both inside and outside the Church. It is his desire for dads to be positive difference makers in their families, in the community, and around the world. I recently spoke to Kemp about why…
Dear Dave, I have $11,000 in a mutual fund account that is not a retirement account. My wife has a retirement account through her job as a teacher, but I do not have one at all. We’re in Baby Step 2, so should we cash out the $11,000 in the investment account to help pay off debt? – Chris Dear Chris, If this money is designated as non-retirement funds, I’d say go ahead and cash it out. Use the money to pay down debt, and continue to stay focused working the Baby Steps. Get that debt paid off, build an emergency…
Lacking in powerhouse vocals which could easily snap listeners out of a contemplative mood, Highlands Worship’s new album “Prayers to the King” is a comforting choice for those overwhelming chaotic moments in life. Whether you are stuck in traffic, starting your morning, or drifting off to sleep, the tracks were written to offer both an escape from chaos and a path to prayer. As effective as “Prayers to the King” is as a standalone work, its existence began with a greater purpose. Along with the album, the home church for Highlands Worship, Church of the Highlands, developed an app for…
Severe weather will continue to pound Gulf states into midweek. Meanwhile, residents of Kentucky are still dealing with the devastation of powerful tornadoes that ripped their communities apart. CBN’s Operation Blessing is on the scene in London, Kentucky where the town’s mayor and local churches are working together to help bring healing to the community. Here’s what they all said about the disaster relief effort: “London is a small town with big ideals. This is family. You know, no matter where you go around in this city, people’s gonna treat you good,” said London Mayor Randall Weddle. Macie McDaniel, a…
Even though COVID-19 has slowed life down a bit over the last 18 months, today’s family is still humming along at warp speed. Constantly trying to set our children up for the highest level of success has left families feeling a bit weathered and worn. Even the traditional family meal has been reduced to throwing something in the microwave and spending less than five minutes together at the dining room table. Such a scrambled approach to life is working to our culture’s detriment rather than its benefit. In his latest book, Take Back Your Family: From the Tyrants of Burnout, Busyness, Individualism,…
GUT HEALTH Dr. Don Colbert maintains that people can take control of their health. As he likes to put it, “Your genetics may load the gun, but lifestyle pulls the trigger.” Our choices can change our genetics, he adds. Dr. Colbert is often asked why the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is so important. He says it’s because it’s considered the “second brain” due its complex neural network. “The gut-brain axis is a fascinating and intricate connection that highlights the two-way communication between the gut and the brain. Notably, the gut can send signals to the brain that influence mood, emotions, and even cognitive functions,” he says. …
Being a parent of school-aged children is no small task in the 21st Century. The reasons Christian parents opt to send their children to public school vary. Regardless of why you opt to send your child to a public school, it is important for you to be a vigilant, involved parent. Proverbs 22:6 (KJV) says, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Your child’s formative years of moral development are happening concurrently with foundational educational years. Brick by brick and precept upon precept, we train them…
Visit CBNLEGACY.org, call 1-800-333-2373 or email [email protected] Year-End Ideas – Optimizing Charitable Giving There are three focus areas when deciding on optimizing charitable giving while maximizing tax deductions: Appreciated Investments Cash Retirement Plans Appreciated Investments Gifts of Stock Select a highly appreciated stock held for 1-year+ in a brokerage account. Donate stock shares by DTC wire transfer. Benefits Receive an itemized charitable tax deduction at the stock’s market value. Avoid the capital gains tax i.e. the tax on profits. 2020 Rules Affecting Charitable Giving The CARES Act and the SECURE Act created both challenges and opportunities for taxpayers and donors. Cash Donations…