Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we talked about flourishing in our finances. Money isn't a bad thing in itself, but when it becomes the thing that rules our lives, it's time to rethink how we prioritize our finances. Our guest this morning was Rob West. He is the host of the radio program and podcast Faith & Finance, and the president of Kingdom Advisors, a commmunity of financial professionals who specialize in delivering biblically wise financial advice. You can hear all the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we talked about how relationships are essential to our spiritual flourishing. Our Scripture reference was Ephesians 4:25. One of the toughest things to do in a relationship is to lovingly speak hard truths, and even tougher is the ability to hear hard truths spoken to us. Karl shared a unique way in which he and his bride share loving truth with one another. Then we talked with our guest Dr. Anita Knight Kuhnley. Her book, The Four Relationship Styles, will help you learn more about attachment theory and build healthy relationships that last. You can hear all the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we begun a new topic for the week: flourishing. To flourish means to grow, thrive, or prosper. Spiritual disciplines are crucial for us to flourish in our faith, positioning us to bear fruit and walk in close proximity to God. We heard from listeners about their own spiritual disciplines and how they are helping them flourish today. We also talked with special guest Dr. John Plake, Chief Innovation Officer at American Bible Society, about key findings in the newly released third chapter of the 14th annual State of the Bible Report. You can hear all the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we aired a special "best of" program for the 4th of July holiday break. Topics included highlighting MBI alums and their ministries including Ballet 5:8 and StreetLights; plus, we discussed the workers' parable in Matthew 9. Have a great weekend!

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Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we aired a special "best of" program for the 4th of July holiday. Healthy boundaries and the importance of praise and worship were the key topics. Have a safe Independence Day!

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Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we concluded our theme, "Shout Freedom," where we discussed relationships as a reflection of our spiritual life. Our final practice for radically changing your life and your relationships is resolving to let the Holy Spirit lead your life. Our Scripture reference was Galatians 5:16-17, 25. We talked about 3 strategies that you can employ to help you get back in step with the Spirit: changing your physical location, battling demonic forces, and building alliances with other believers. Have a fantastic 4th of July, and listen to all the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we continued our theme, "Shout Freedom," where we discussed relationships as a reflection of our spiritual life. First, we asked a question: what are the core convictions that allow us to thrive as followers of Jesus? We got some great answers from the Boom Crew! Then, we introduced another practice that will radically change your life and your relationships: being honest about who is controlling you. Our Scripture reference was Galatians 5:18, 23b. Are you being led by the Spirit today? Dr. Jim Coakley's Book, 14 Fresh Ways to Enjoy the Bible, contains a chapter that will help you better understand Galatians 5. You can read that chapter here, and listen to all the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we kicked off a new theme called "Shout Freedom," where we discuss relationships as a reflection of our spiritual life. Relational discord can be evidence of Holy Spirit disconnect. We introduced the first of 3 practices that will radically change your life and your relationships: looking closely at your own actions and attitudes. Our Scripture reference was Galatians 5:19-23a. We also talked about a fascinating style in which biblical writers organized their material, called chiasm. Check out Dr. Jim Coakley's explanation of this technique here, and listen to all the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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