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This is a compilation of offerings from my church. My desire in presenting this is to provoke you to thoughtful, profitable and better faith, and stimulate your spiritual economy. My desire is to inspire generosity and deepen trust in God's provision through thought-provoking discussions on stewardship and biblical principles. My aim is to challenge perceptions of wealth, stimulate interest in financial understanding, and empower you to embrace God's promises and participate in His Kingdom Economy. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

This is a compilation of offerings from my church. My desire in presenting this is to provoke you to thoughtful, profitable and better faith, and stimulate your spiritual economy. My desire is to inspire generosity and deepen trust in God's provision through thought-provoking discussions on stewardship and biblical principles. My aim is to challenge perceptions of wealth, stimulate interest in financial understanding, and empower you to embrace God's promises and participate in His Kingdom Economy. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

This is a compilation of offerings from my church. My desire in presenting this is to provoke you to thoughtful, profitable and better faith, and stimulate your spiritual economy. My desire is to inspire generosity and deepen trust in God's provision through thought-provoking discussions on stewardship and biblical principles. My aim is to challenge perceptions of wealth, stimulate interest in financial understanding, and empower you to embrace God's promises and participate in His Kingdom Economy. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

This is a compilation of offerings from my church. My desire in presenting this is to provoke you to thoughtful, profitable and better faith, and stimulate your spiritual economy. My desire is to inspire generosity and deepen trust in God's provision through thought-provoking discussions on stewardship and biblical principles. My aim is to challenge perceptions of wealth, stimulate interest in financial understanding, and empower you to embrace God's promises and participate in His Kingdom Economy. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

This is a compilation of offerings recorded at my church. We're diving into the story of Gideon from Judges 6-9, a tale that mirrors our modern economic struggles. For 40 years, Israel thrived in peace, only to be plunged into a crisis as the Midianites and others ravaged their land and economy for seven years. The Israelites were left powerless, much like many feel today amidst financial uncertainty. This isn't just about ancient battles; it's about responding to adversity with faith. Gideon’s victory started with an offering, a sign of his trust in God. In our times, faced with economic hardship, we’re reminded that it’s our faith and response to God’s call that matter. Today, we'll explore how Gideon’s faith and obedience can inspire us to face our challenges, expose and overcome fraud, and navigate economic pressures through spiritual resilience. Let's delve into how Gideon's journey can guide us in responding with faith in our own lives. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

Recorded in Athens, GA (2023), this episode explores the spiritual dimensions of money, inspired by Matthew 24:6. The big idea: Are you winning the spiritual currency war? Remember, money is not the answer. Our reality must be defined by God’s Word. We explore economic conflicts, likening them to a Cold War. Insights from James Rickards’ "Currency Wars" reveal how past currency wars ended badly and why another crash seems imminent. From COVID-19’s economic impact to soaring inflation, bank failures and global conflicts, we see the unstable foundation of today’s economy. Headlines about seized bank accounts, assets and Bitcoin highlight the precariousness of our financial systems. Ultimately, money is spiritual. It represents trust and faith. Scriptures like Matthew 22:19-21 and Revelation 13:15-18 show that our relationship with money reflects our spiritual state. True treasure lies not in wealth but in faith. Join me in grounding our trust in God, our provider. Invest in God’s Kingdom, ensuring stability amidst the world's currency wars. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

In this episode, I share a powerful message from the Tucson Conference 2022, exploring the profound significance of Jesus’s physical body, His resurrection, and what it means for us today. Rooted in 1 Peter 2:24, we delve into the creation, fall, and redemption of the human body, highlighting the reality of Jesus's bodily sacrifice and resurrection. Drawing from "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel A. van der Kolk, we learn how trauma can get trapped in our bodies, affecting our mental and physical health long after the events have passed. This message underscores that salvation through Jesus is both spiritual and physical, offering freedom from past traumas and sins. We discuss the resurrected body of Jesus as the ultimate victory over sin and death, bringing healing and wholeness to our lives. Join me as I explore how the church, as the body of Christ, plays a crucial role in our healing and redemption. This episode is not just a sermon but a heartfelt call to experience the transformative power of the resurrection in every aspect of our lives. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

What is the love of money, anyway? This is my response to the "Money Speech" in Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand. 1 Timothy 6:10 (ESV) For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. Matthew 6:24 (ESV) “No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money. Deuteronomy 8:18 (ESV) “You shall remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth…” YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

Ayn Rand was born in Russia in 1905. She was able to move to the US in the 1920s, and she remained there until her death in 1982. In this episode, I am reading a passage from her book, Atlas Shrugged. This book was written to help us contemplate and understand the importance of allowing individuals to pursue their own interests, and profit from their own efforts. This excerpt is known as “The Money Speech” by one of the characters named Francisco. In this episode, I am just reading it.  I will follow up with my own response to it in a later episode. Thank you for listening. I hope you enjoy it, and that it contributes to your next winning decision. YouTube: Winning Minds Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

I delivered this sermon back in April of this year – 2023. This is just a small part of it dealing with the instability of world governments and economies. Everyone was concerned about Russia and Ukraine, but I said, things can easily accelerate, and What if this scenario played out… now we see some of it is. But are you ready for what I called “The Big One”? Thank you for listening. I hope this challenges you and inspires you to make the greatest winning decision: living for Jesus Christ and looking forward to His return. Full Sermon: The Big One Winning Minds - YouTube⁠ ⁠Winning Minds Newsletter⁠ ⁠Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble⁠ *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* ⁠God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle⁠ ⁠God Over Money - YouTube

Written in 1975, but oddly relevant now. Even though technology has progressed and accelerated as much as it has, Howard Snyder's words still ring true in 2023. This is a reading from his book, The Problem of Wineskins: Church Structure in a Technological Age. Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you enjoy it, share it, and that it contributes to your next winning decision. The Problem of Wineskins (40th Anniversary Edition): 9781628243390: Amazon.com: Books Winning Minds - YouTube⁠ ⁠Winning Minds Newsletter⁠ ⁠Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble⁠ *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* ⁠God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle⁠ ⁠God Over Money - YouTube

The "What Is Money" Show and podcast are very popular and informative. But it falls short in diagnosing the root problem with broken money. The root cause is the human condition: sin. And the true and final solution is a conversion experience with Jesus Christ. In this episode I respond to and share my thoughts on the topic and what the Bible says about it. Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you enjoyed it and that it contributes to your next WINNING decision. Winning Minds - YouTube Winning Minds Newsletter Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube

Recently, my parents moved. And because of the move, I began receiving their forwarded mail. One of the items was a gardening magazine my mom would read. Because I enjoy gardening, I figured I’d check it out. Interestingly enough, the articles were not about gardening as much as they were about mental health: dealing with life’s ups and downs. Events in the various authors’ lives, and the reflections and lessons learned. This episode is the result of that reading. I am reading 4 of the short articles from the magazine. It’s called “Green Prints”, and this issue specifically is called, “The Weeder’s Reader.” Each article is separated with the least annoying sound effect I could find, and I give the title of the article as well. Thank you for listening. I hope you enjoy this, and that it contributes to your next Winning Decision, and possibly even inspires you to get into gardening. Winning Minds Media YouTube⁠ Official ⁠Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble⁠ Winning Minds Newsletter *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* ⁠God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle⁠ ⁠God Over Money - YouTube⁠ Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone

Life comes at you 100 miles-per-hour and we get swept into it's current. But what if you could "check out" from it... in a HEALTHY, WINNING way? That is what Rachel LaValley decided to do. She did not like the pace her family was running at, so she took things into her own hands, and into her own home. It is challenging on many levels, but the reward is worth it so far. Winning Minds Media YouTube Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone

What does fair treatment and equality for women look like? What is the value of all the things women, and particularly mothers, do? How much should women be paid? What do we get right and what do we get wrong as a society? These are valuable questions to consider, and hopefully lead to actions and behavior that helps us all WIN in life. Winning Minds Media YouTube Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone

Fall is beginning. That means winter is coming. Nothing new there - it's been happening for thousands of years. But before we move on or start looking ahead too soon, we should slow down and smell the... pumpkins? Maybe not. But we should slow down and think for a while - not about the world or even your nation, but you...personally.  What is happening in your life and what future are you headed towards?  How have you actually grown so far this year?  These questions are easy to ask and read (or listen to), but will we take the time to consider and answer them?  This episode is not a conversation. I am reading two articles from the Fall 2022 edition of the Magnolia Journal. I'm reading it because I found them useful and hope you will as well. But also, to use it as a way to ask you: what are you reading? You must have more than your own thoughts in your mind. You must have more content than whatever youtube video or social media channel you follow. There is immense benefit in taking time to read, consider, think. Stop watching screens and READ. Your mind will benefit as well as your body, and it helps you slow down and be present in wherever you are and whatever season of life you are in right now. Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you enjoy it and that it contributes to your next winning decision.  The Magnolia Journal Subscription - Magnolia  Official: Winning Minds Merch: Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble  *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle  God Over Money - YouTube  Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone

"Wash your hands."  We saw signs and ads everywhere for the past 2 years telling us to do this - something we learned to do when we were 3 years old. I remember visiting a college campus in 2021 and seeing those signs up in the bathrooms. I thought, "Seriously? Our up-and-coming, brightest-minds-of-the-future have to be told do something this elementary?" I'm not making light of the situation we all know too well but simply pointing out that physical hygiene is something we learn as children. But what about mental hygiene? In this episode, I am reading an article published by the Amen Clinics. This clinic was established by Dr. Daniel Amen (what a last name, right?), and you can find it in the link provided in the show notes. I have learned so much through their articles, podcasts, YouTube videos and books over the previous 2 and a half years. I thought it would be appropriate to feature this simple, yet very effective WINNING practice in an episode. Thank you for listening. I hope you enjoy this, and that it contributes to your mental hygiene and your next WINNIGN decision. Mental Hygiene Is Just as Important as Washing Your Hands | Amen Clinics AmenClinic - YouTube Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone

"There's a hole in my soul and it's the shape of my father..." and so Gabriel Copeland began his speech to the Boys and Girls Club. Unfortunately, his is an all-too-common experience for many young men and women. However, Gabe was able to overcome the challenges of growing up without his father and is now married and has a family of his own. And today he pours himself back into the lives of boys and girls of his local community. Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you enjoy it, and that it contributes to your next WINNING decision.  Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier | Home (boysgirlsclubs.com) Winning Minds Media YouTube Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone

Today’s guest is Derrick Caldwell – the Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Lanier, the place where he has worked for the last 20 years or so. Throughout his time he has guided, mentored and helped thousands of young men and women. He does this because he sees himself in so many of them. As a young man he so often did not have these resources and relationships. But now, through his care and commitment, there are several well-known men and women he has directly influenced, and many, many more who are having a positive impact on their local communities and families. Derrick Caldwell is definitely a WINNING MIND! Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you enjoy it and that it contributes to your next WINNING decision. Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier | Home (boysgirlsclubs.com) Winning Minds Media YouTube Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone

How can something be a 1st and a 2nd at the same time? No, this isn’t about quantum supercomputers. This is better! This is THE FIRST time the Winning Minds podcast has a repeat guest. Yes, a 2nd time! In this episode, Stacey Cothren joins us again to discuss how we can use our bodies to assist our minds, the signs of being mentally unhealthy, and how we can also help others improve themselves and become a WINNING MIND! Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you enjoy it and that it contributes to your next winning decision. Winning Minds Media YouTube Official Winning Minds Podcast Merch | Redbubble *Credit: intro track is "Warriors" by Bizzle (God Over Money)* God Over Money Records | Music, Apparel, & Lifestyle God Over Money - YouTube Music during Ad Sponsor: Butterfly Woke by Jeris (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/VJ_Memes/61357 Ft: airtone