Coffee and the Cross: Love, Life & Money
Thanks for checking us out. This show is about wow we as christians are to live life. Scriptures tells us that our number one thing we are supposed to do is to first Love God with all our hearts and all our minds and all our souls. Then we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves. I mean come on that was over 2000 years ago, what does that look like today? In this show, we are going to tackle some of the difficult topics for us today. Including Loving others, Living our lives dedicated to God.... and that includes our finances and our possessions. Thanks for doing us and I pray that in some small way you are blessed today. ~ Steve
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Coffee and the Cross: Love, Life & Money
Joy over Joneses
Real joy comes from: Jesus. But we can practice joy by…
- Gratitude – When you appreciate what you have instead of constantly chasing what you don’t, life feels fuller.
- Contentment – Learning to be satisfied with enough instead of always wanting more brings peace.
- Generosity – When you give, whether it’s your time, talents, or resources, you experience a deeper fulfillment than any shopping spree could bring.
- Strong Relationships – The best moments in life aren’t about what you own but who you share them with. Investing in relationships over stuff will always pay off.
How do you step out of the comparison game and into a life of joy and financial freedom? Here are five steps to get you started:
- Define Your Own Success – What really matters to you? A debt-free life? More time with family? Peace of mind? Get clear on your goals, not someone else’s.
- Live Within Your Means – Just because you can afford something doesn’t mean you should buy it. Avoid debt, save wisely, and be intentional with your spending.
- Ditch Credit Card Debt – If you’re buried under high-interest debt, it’s time to make a plan. Start with a written budget, cut unnecessary expenses, and tackle that debt with intensity. The sooner you break free, the more peace you’ll have.
- Limit Social Media – If scrolling makes you feel like your life isn’t enough, take a break. Social media isn’t reality—it’s the highlight reel.
- Practice Gratitude – Each day, find three things you’re thankful for. Gratitude shifts your focus from what’s missing to what’s abundant.
#LovingGod, #budgeting, #men,
Steve is married to his HS sweetheart for over 35 years, has 4 kids and 4 grand kids. Steve grew up in church and was saved at a young age, but it wasn’t until the last 10 years or so where Steve has been walking closer with Jesus, realizing the importance of ‘Just a closer walk with Him’.
He is a member of Riverside Community Church and is a leader of the Men at the River Mens group. He is also part of the worship team. Thank you to God for allowing me to do this podcast.
Thanks to my wife for encouraging me to do this.
Thank you to Men at the River - Riverside Community Church for continuing to push me to be a better Husband, Father, and Jesus Follower.
In high school, my mom used to listen to a 10 minute devotional before the bus came. If we heard Robert Cook saying, "Walk with the king today and be a blessing." we knew we were running late.
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