Every dad has been there. Your child says something disrespectful. Your spouse reacts in a way you didn't expect. Stress builds at work, and before you know it, you're responding out of emotion instead of wisdom. But what if there was a simple framework that could help you slow down, take ownership of your thoughts, and respond in a way that honors God?

In this episode, we're joined by James Lenhoff to unpack the powerful CTFAR method—a practical tool that's helped countless people navigate conflict, parenting, marriage, work, and even financial decisions with greater clarity and self-control. If you've ever wished you could respond more intentionally instead of reacting in the moment, this conversation will give you a framework you'll use for years to come. Links In This Episode Emotion Wheel: https://abrahamswallet.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Emotion-Wheel-1.jpg CTFAR Model Questions: https://abrahamswallet.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Unknown.pdf WealthQuest: https://www.wqcorp.com/ GoodSense: https://goodsensemovement.org/ FreedUp App: https://getfreedup.com/

Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - How to Get Through a Conflict With Yourself
• (00:00:46) - Take Control of Your Wallet
• (00:01:44) - A Christian Financial Planner on Abraham's Wallet
• (00:03:36) - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• (00:11:16) - How to Get Through a Conflict With My Wife
• (00:17:14) - The Real Cost of Blaming Your Partner
• (00:24:46) - Boundaries for Relationships
• (00:30:45) - How to Talk About Abusive Relationships
• (00:33:47) - The Woe and the Money
• (00:41:12) - The Problem of Spending Too Much
• (00:45:07) - How to Get Through Anger Issues in Guys
• (00:48:27) - Share the Emotion Wheel With Others
• (00:51:56) - C2 is a hard verb
• (00:52:14) - Good Sense: What's Going On There?

What if the next great family business wasn't a business at all—but a car? Self-driving vehicles are arriving faster than most people realize, and they may completely change how families think about transportation, income, and stewardship.

In this episode, we explore why autonomous Teslas could become one of the most practical business opportunities available to ordinary families. Imagine a vehicle that can run errands, take Grandma to church, drive the kids to practice, handle airport runs, and potentially earn income while you're at work or asleep. It sounds futuristic, but the future may be closer than you think. Join us as we discuss the opportunities, challenges, and implications of a world where your next employee might be a car.

Links in this Episode AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - How to Manage a Six-Child Household
• (00:00:21) - Abraham's Wallet: Cutting-Edge Technology
• (00:02:18) - Abraham's Wallet Camp
• (00:06:23) - Cars and Small Business
• (00:07:21) - Tesla's Full-Self-Driving Service
• (00:12:24) - Full-Self Driving For One Hour
• (00:15:35) - Robo Taxi: Elon's Big Idea
• (00:21:08) - Tesla's CyberCab
• (00:26:24) - Robot Taxi: The CyberCab
• (00:29:34) - Tesla to Sell Cyber Cabs to Individuals
• (00:30:50) - Imagine Driving Your Child Around In a Robotic Car
• (00:34:56) - Do You Need A Car to Drive?
• (00:37:23) - A Tesla for the Family?
• (00:41:28) - Cyber Cab
• (00:43:28) - Abraham's Wallet: Retreat Announcement

As America nears its 250th anniversary, we're ending this series with a vision worth fighting for. Drawing from George Washington's own words and the biblical promise of every family dwelling safely under their own vine and fig tree, we'll explore the kind of peace, prosperity, and freedom Christian fathers should be building toward.

Because the inheritance we leave isn't just financial—it's the world our children and grandchildren will one day call home. Main Topics Covered Why we engage culture without idolizing politics The biblical vision of every man under his own vine and fig tree What shalom really means and why it matters for families George Washington's repeated use of Micah 4:4 in letters and leadership America's founding ideals vs. today's expanding government and family breakdown How Christian dads can fight for ordered liberty, family strength, and economic freedom Practical ways to teach your kids real history and pray for the nation

AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23

Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - America: The End of Abraham's Wallet
• (00:00:58) - Abraham's Wallet: The Third Annual Indiana retreat
• (00:03:27) - America: The Battle for God's People
• (00:04:58) - Israel Midrash: Shalom
• (00:12:09) - George Washington on His Vision for America
• (00:21:47) - Return to the Micah 44 Agenda
• (00:27:34) - A Christian call to civic leadership
• (00:30:41) - God of Our Fathers

In this episode of Abraham's Wallet, we confront the pressure on Christians — especially fathers and church leaders — to stay silent on "political" topics. We will explain how the culture has hijacked the word "politics" to silence biblical truth on marriage, family, gender, human dignity, and creation order.

This is a call for men to lead their homes courageously by applying Scripture to every area of life, rejecting cowardly silence, and reclaiming bold Christian civic engagement. Perfect for dads, grandfathers, and anyone tired of the false divide between faith and culture.

Main Topics Covered

• Why "staying out of politics" is a modern trap for Christians
• The Johnson Amendment and how it silenced churches
• Biblical truth vs. cultural redefinition of family, marriage, and gender
• Leading your home with courage on hot-button issues
• America's Christian founding and the call to patriotic, truth-speaking faithfulness
• Real-world examples: transgender participation in youth sports, Pride Month, and more
• Key Bible passage on speaking truth boldly

Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - Don't Take Political Issues Personally
• (00:00:31) - Americans Celebrating the World Cup
• (00:07:03) - How To Have A Fourth of July
• (00:10:04) - Does Christianity Matter in American Politics?
• (00:19:37) - Christian conservatives on the political issue
• (00:22:21) - Are Christian Questions Being Co-opted and labeled Political?
• (00:31:30) - Family Leadership on Political Issues
• (00:33:09) - Married Christians: Political Issues
• (00:42:10) - The Limits of Evangelism
• (00:50:10) - A message for the truth
• (00:51:02) - Revelation 2: We Cannot Be Political
• (00:54:19) - Political Debate

Many Christians have been taught a version of American history that treats faith as an afterthought—or worse, a problem to overcome. But what if the story is more complicated than that? What if the men who shaped this nation regularly referenced Scripture, called for Christian virtue, and believed that faith was essential to preserving liberty?

In this episode, we explore the often-forgotten Protestant heritage of America and why it matters for Christian fathers today. Not because America is perfect or worthy of worship, but because understanding the inheritance God has given us helps us teach our children with gratitude, wisdom, and truth. If you're shaping the culture of your home, this is a story worth knowing. Links in this Episode Revolution: https://amzn.to/4vZ4bP6 The Light and the Glory: https://amzn.to/4oCbGsK Join our Online Community, UR: https://abrahamswallet.com/support/ AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 https://abrahamswallet.com/retreat/ Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - America
• (00:01:19) - A Tiny Bit About Elon Musk's Trillion Dollar Wealth
• (00:04:37) - Don't Buy Any Individual Stock
• (00:06:44) - George Washington on Elon Musk
• (00:07:20) - A Short Talk About Small-Cap Stocks
• (00:08:00) - Americans' gratitude for their country
• (00:09:19) - The True Story of America
• (00:19:39) - Andrew Abramowitz on His Abrahamic Dad Retreat
• (00:20:20) - Let's Meet the Founders
• (00:24:33) - John Adams
• (00:27:01) - Visit Washington, D.C.
• (00:28:12) - Thomas Jefferson: A Modern Day Thomas Jefferson
• (00:33:12) - Patrick Henry and John Jay
• (00:35:11) - What is Christian nationalism?
• (00:38:23) - Christian Character in Our Nation
• (00:41:05) - God's Prudence in American History
• (00:48:12) - My Country... Tis of thee

Most Christians think of inheritance in terms of money, land, or possessions. But what if one of the greatest inheritances God has given you is the place where you live? Your neighborhood, your city, your state, and even your nation are not accidents—they're part of the stewardship God has entrusted to you.

In this first episode of our four-part America series, we explore the biblical call to seek the welfare of your place and why faithful Christian families have a responsibility to build, bless, and cultivate the communities around them. If you've ever wondered what it looks like to love your country without idolizing it, this conversation is for you. Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - America: The Good Old USA
• (00:01:00) - Abraham's Wallet
• (00:02:26) - Loner
• (00:03:19) - I HAD A BAD WEEK Watching Middle School Graduation
• (00:05:33) - My Adopted Mother in Law's Battle for her Life
• (00:07:31) - Americans: The Welfare of Their City, State and National
• (00:14:27) - Regarding the Dedication of a Nation
• (00:16:15) - First Timothy, Prayer for Kings and All Who Are in High Authority
• (00:19:53) - Pro-America: When You Throw Your Hands Up and Say You
• (00:24:36) - Americans: Righteousness and Just Laws
• (00:28:58) - Mark Burnett on Civic Engagement
• (00:34:00) - All God's Glory Shift
• (00:35:29) - Isaiah 60: The nations will come to God
• (00:37:46) - Pray for Your Country This Week
• (00:38:54) - Thanksgiving Blessings: Our Heritage

What if the real win this summer isn’t building something new… but learning to actually enjoy what God has already given you? So many Christian fathers spend their lives grinding, building, planning, and striving that they forget to stop and receive the gifts sitting right in front of them: their current stage of life, meaningful friendships, simple meals, time in God’s Word, and quiet moments of peace.

Don’t fall into the “performance trap” and lose your ability to savor life. Scripture teaches that enjoyment itself is a gift from God—and an Abrahamic father is called not only to build faithfully, but to receive God’s goodness with gratitude and pass that joy down to his children. If your soul feels tired even while your life looks productive, this episode might be the reset you need.

Links in this Episode AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23

Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - Abraham's Wallet
• (00:08:00) - What They Need to Know About Receiving
• (00:09:02) - What Kind of Work Does God Require of Us?
• (00:11:21) - The wisest man ever lived: Ecclesiastes
• (00:13:39) - 5 Things a Rich Man Enjoys
• (00:15:27) - I Wonder What the Poor Folks Are Doing
• (00:22:17) - Enjoying the Simple Things
• (00:25:33) - Rich Man: Friendships
• (00:30:10) - Amazed by the Bible
• (00:34:36) - A Taste of God's Goodness for Dads

A lot of Christian men treat fitness and health like optional side quests—something nice to care about after the important stuff is handled. But what if stewarding your body is actually part of your calling as a husband, father, and leader? Right behind spiritual and relational capital sits physical capital, and ignoring it eventually impacts everything else God has entrusted to you.

In this episode, we talk honestly about the “dad bod” mindset, why physical health matters more than most Christian men want to admit, and some practical ways to start taking stewardship of your body seriously. Steven shares the conversation with his doctor that changed everything for him, and together we unpack how better health can help you show up stronger for your wife, your kids, and the work God has given you.

Links in this Episode AW Bootcamp: Aug 21-23 https://abrahamswallet.com/retreat/ https://www.walkinlab.com https://www.loseit.com https://www.myfitnesspal.com https://www.whoop.com https://www.stelo.com https://open.spotify.com/track/3iiMf4CK7te9bzc8F20Lkk?si=MTsGPWz2S92F3FYxRBf0aA Please partner with us in inspiring and equipping multi-gen families at https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

• (00:00:00) - 7 Rules For Being a Biblical Boss
• (00:00:26) - Abraham's Wallet Family Retreat Boot Camp
• (00:02:16) - Dr. Lacroix
• (00:04:09) - Abe's Wallet: The Doctor's Advice
• (00:08:56) - The 5 Capitals of Life
• (00:10:15) - Should Your Body Be Embarrassed?
• (00:15:32) - Physical Capital
• (00:22:25) - Are You Active?
• (00:23:44) - Top 10 Health Tips For Guys
• (00:29:28) - How to Stop Eating Junk Food and Lose Weight
• (00:36:27) - Prostate Cancer Screening for Men at 50
• (00:40:23) - How to Sleep Better
• (00:47:17) - How to Manage Your Body's Health
• (00:50:06) - One Week Challenge for Physical Capital
• (00:53:26) - New Kind of Man