Courageous Retirement: Answer God's Call to MORE!
Whether you're already retired, on the brink of retirement, or simply curious about the future, join us on this journey in Courageous Retirement: Answer God's Call to MORE!
Through insightful conversations, stories of courage and resilience, and practical wisdom rooted in biblical truth, Courageous Retirement will empower you to see this best season of life not as an end but as a beginning—a chance to boldly make a difference in a world that shuns God's truth. Join us and discover how to find fulfillment beyond the workplace and embrace a new chapter of purpose and impact.
Our host, Christian Retirement Coach Vona Johnson, is not just an author, speaker, and leader in her community. She is also a fellow retiree, sharing her personal journey and the wisdom she's gained along the way. Together with her guests, they illuminate how life becomes richer when you engage your faith, live out your true purpose, and leave a legacy of faith. Courageous Retirement will inspire you to Live Your More!
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Episodes
52 episodes
51. The Next Saul: Why We Need to Stop Labeling People
In a world quick to label people, it's easy to form opinions without ever knowing someone's story.In this episode, Vona Johnson reflects on the subtle ways we categorize others — and invites us to pause. What if we trusted Jesus with wha...
50. The Years That Matter Most: Why retirement may be the most meaningful season of your life.
Retirement doesn’t mean our purpose is behind us. In fact, it may be the season when our influence becomes the most meaningful.In this episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona reflects on wisdom from a 92-year-old woman who shared...
49. Unexpected Freedom: A Lesson About Life, Retirement, and Carrying Less
Many of us carry more than we realize.Over time responsibilities, commitments, possessions, and expectations slowly fill our “backpack” until one day the weight begins to feel heavier than it should.In this episode of Courageo...
48. Are You Chasing Purpose…or Living Your MORE?
Many people love the quote often attributed to Mark Twain: “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.”But what if, in our search for that “why,” we’ve been looking in the wro...
47. Putting First Things First: A Christ-Centered Vision for Retirement
What if the most important part of retirement planning has nothing to do with money?In this episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona sits down with certified financial planner and consultant Kevin Berwald to explore a diffe...
46. When Is “Enough” Enough to Retire? Faith, Finances, and Courageous Retirement (with Mike Perez)
When Is “Enough” Enough to Retire? Faith, Finances, and Courageous Retirement (with Mike Perez)How much is enough to retire?In this episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona Johnson sits down with Mike Perez,...
45. The Shift — When Less Is More
Lately, I’ve sensed God inviting me into a shift — from striving to faithfulness. From doing more to loving more deliberately.In this episode of Courageous Retirement, I share how retirement created space for Scripture to speak ...
44. Living Your Best Life in Retirement: Lessons from Legos and Faith
Living Your Best Life in Retirement: Lessons from Legos and FaithIn this episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona Johnson shares an unexpected lesson learned while building Legos with her grandson—and how it beautifully mir...
43. Ditch Your Resolutions: Do This Instead!
What if New Year’s resolutions are actually keeping you from something better?In this episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona Johnson shares why she stopped chasing resolutions—and started listening for God’s direction instead. R...
42. Life is Short: Live it Purposefully!
A new season, a renewed focus, and an invitation to live with eternal intentionLife is short—how are you choosing to live it?In this episode of Courageous Retirement, I reflect on the reality that our days are lim...
41. Navigating Grief During the Holidays | Gentle Help When Loss Feels Heavy
Navigating grief during the holidays can feel especially heavy when the world expects joy, celebration, and togetherness. In this compassionate episode of Courageous Retirement, host Vona Johnson welcomes clinical psychologist an...
40. The ONLY Thing That Really Matters
What does your life say about your faith?That is a question that can stop us in our tracks. In this touching Christmas episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona Johnson invites you to slow down and reflect on the on...
39. Finish Well: Navigating Work and Purpose After Retirement
Are you approaching retirement but still feel called to more?In this episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona Johnson sits down with Beverly Smith, a Faith-Driven Executive Résumé Writer and Job Search Strategist, to break...
38. Trust the Path: Praying Loved Ones Back to Truth
Have you ever watched someone you love drift off the path you thought God had for them? It’s painful—but it doesn’t mean their story is over.In this episode of Courageous Retirement, Vona Johnson shares insight from Scripture a...
37. From Autopilot to Alignment: Living with God’s Purpose in Every Season
When was the last time you checked your spiritual compass? It might be time to wake up your faith and walk in God’s direction again.Have you ever realized you’ve been going through the motions—doing all the right things but missi...
36. Beyond the Money: Finding Purpose and Adventure in Retirement | A Courageous Retirement Panel Discussion
Retirement isn’t just about making your money last — it’s about making your life count.In this special Courageous Retirement episode, host Vona Johnson teams up with guest host Michael Fritzius to co-lead a dynami...
35. The Turning Point: Choosing Truth Over Culture
Is This YOUR Turning Point?Are you truly living out your purpose and showing love to others, as Jesus commanded in Luke 10:27? In this episode, we take a closer look at the Great Commission’s call to make disciples (Matthew...
34. God’s Grace in Dementia: A Caregiver’s Perspective
Living with or caring for someone with dementia is one of life’s hardest journeys—but also one filled with moments of unexpected grace. In this episode of 'Courageous Retirement,' host Vona Johnson sits down with chaplain Ben Boland to share st...
33. The Power of Words as we Grieve
Are you struggling to find meaning and support during tough times? In this heartfelt episode of 'Courageous Retirement,' host Vona Johnson discusses the profound impact of words and the importance of acknowledging our emotions. Sha...
32. Retirement That Matters: Counting the Cost God’s Way
What does it really cost to step into a retirement that honors God? In this episode of Courageous Retirement, host Vona Johnson invites you to look beyond bank accounts and bucket lists to discover what truly matters when leavi...
31. From Paralegal to Purpose: Living Your More Through Faith and Travel!
In this episode of 'Courageous Retirement,' Vona explores how God’s nudges often lead us to unexpected but beautiful transformations. She’s joined by Amanda Hietter, a luxury travel advisor who left her paralegal career to step fully into entre...
30. Retired at 47: Following God's Call
What happens when you retire at 47—and you're not even sure what's next? In this episode, Dan Simon shares how stepping away early wasn’t about escaping work, but about faithfully following God’s redirection. Discover the faith i...
29. Trusting God When You Can't Fix It
We've all had problems we feel helpless to fix. Whether it's an illness, a job situation, an unscrupulous landlord, or an unjust system, there are times when we can't remedy the situation. In this heartfelt finale of season one of ...
28. Courageous Connections: Networking for Introverts in Retirement
Are you an introvert nearing retirement and looking forward to the end of the need to attend networking events? Think again! In this episode of 'Courageous Retirement,' host Vona Johnson challenges you to rethink networking as a cr...
27. Your Life is Your Legacy: God can use it ALL for His Glory!
In this inspiring episode of Courageous Retirement, host Vona Johnson invites you to reflect on the legacy you’re building — not just someday, but right now. Vona shares her own journey, from writing 'A Different View' to becoming ...