Solid Steps Radio

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"So you say you care for the poor? What's their name?" - Fr. Gustavo Gutierrez. Many people think it's important to care for the poor, but if one were to look at their checkbooks and calendars, would they bear that out? On this week’s show, Pastor Tim Hartlage of Southwest Church (and former general manager of Salem Radio Station) joins Chad and Kurt to discuss how to help the poor (hint - it’s more than just writing a check!).

"So you say you care for the poor? What's their name?" - Fr. Gustavo Gutierrez. Many people think it's important to care for the poor, but if one were to look at their checkbooks and calendars, would they bear that out? On this week’s show, Pastor Tim Hartlage of Southwest Church (and former general manager of Salem Radio) joins Chad and Kurt to discuss how to help the poor (hint - it’s more than just writing a check!).

No one wants their kid to be a jerk and a quitter, so how does one raise a child who is both tough and tender? Author and Professor Dr. Eric Schansberg sits down with Kurt and Chad to discuss effective ways of challenging our kids to persevere when the going gets rough.

No one wants their kid to be a jerk and a quitter, so how does one raise a child who is both tough and tender? Author and Professor Dr. Eric Schansberg sits down with Kurt and Chad to discuss effective ways of challenging our kids to persevere when the going gets rough.

On this week’s show, Chad and Kurt talk with therapist Dr. Chuck Tackett. Chuck had a father who was "good when he was good, but bad when he was bad". One evening at the dinner table things took a big turn for the worse in his relationship with his father. After a decade of estrangement, a day of fishing and reconciliation changed the direction of this father-son relationship forever. It's a powerful story of forgiveness and healing.

On this week’s show, Chad and Kurt talk with therapist Dr. Chuck Tackett. Chuck had a father who was "good when he was good, but bad when he was bad". One evening at the dinner table things took a big turn for the worse in his relationship with his father. After a decade of estrangement, a day of fishing and reconciliation changed the direction of this father-son relationship forever. It's a powerful story of forgiveness and healing.

The average American spends $1.26 of every $1 they make. We are spending more money than we make and still don’t have enough. Why? On this week’s show, Kurt and Chad talk with Stewardship Pastor Steve Carter about true stewardship (it’s more than just finances). It’s a topic that most people don't want to discuss - because it’s not a checkbook issue, it's a heart issue.

The average American spends $1.26 of every $1 they make. We are spending more money than we make and still don’t have enough. Why? On this week’s show, Kurt and Chad talk with Stewardship Pastor Steve Carter about true stewardship (it’s more than just finances). It’s a topic that most people don't want to discuss - because it’s not a checkbook issue, it's a heart issue.

"Most men die at 27, we just bury them at 72” - Mark Twain. Are you living a life of impact? Are there things you can change to have more influence? On this week’s special live event celebration of 100 shows, Chad and Kurt welcome former Senior Minister (Southeast Christian Church) Bob Russell to talk about living a life of impact and depth. It doesn't happen by accident.

"Most men die at 27, we just bury them at 72” - Mark Twain. Are you living a life of impact? Are there things you can change to have more influence? On this week’s special live event celebration of 100 shows, Chad and Kurt welcome former Senior Minister (Southeast Christian Church) Bob Russell to talk about living a life of impact and depth. It doesn't happen by accident.

Today, only 20% of our youth attend church. Only 15% of those will remain in their faith past high school (15% of 20% = 3%!!). Those numbers don't bode well for our children. How can we reach the youth of today? This week Kurt and Chad welcome Louisville Youth For Christ Chapter President Gregg McMullen. He talks about the history of YFC and how they are making a difference in our community. Gregg also tells how we can make the difference in a young persons life.

Today, only 20% of our youth attend church. Only 15% of those will remain in their faith past high school (15% of 20% = 3%!!). Those numbers don't bode well for our children. How can we reach the youth of today? This week Kurt and Chad welcome Louisville Youth For Christ Chapter President Gregg McMullen. He talks about the history of YFC and how they are making a difference in our community. Gregg also tells how we can make the difference in a young persons life.

Marriage can be hard. Marriage with children is even more difficult, but a blended family is probably the most challenging. On this week’s show, Chad and Kurt welcome a panel of men who talk about not just surviving, but thriving, in a blended family. The three guys together have about 40 years of blended family experience, and they talk about the challenges and different aspects of the blended family. Ken Martin and his wife Nancy also lead a weekly blended family support group you can be part of.

Marriage can be hard. Marriage with children is even more difficult, but a blended family is probably the most challenging. On this week’s show, Chad and Kurt welcome a panel of men who talk about not just surviving, but thriving, in a blended family. The three guys together have about 40 years of blended family experience, and they talk about the challenges and different aspects of the blended family. Ken Martin and his wife Nancy also lead a weekly blended family support group you can be part of.

"...Farm living is the life for me.” For some, that is a line from the Green Acres TV show theme song. For others it is a way of life. Have you ever gone into a grocery store and there was no fresh produce, no milk? Not likely - we have the farmers to thank for that. So what's it like growing up on a farm? On this week’s show, Kurt and Chad welcome Kurt's father, Jerry Sauder - a third generation farmer. He explains how raising kids on a farm develops their faith, their character and a strong work ethic.
 A special Podcast Bonus segment will automatically follow the second track.

"...Farm living is the life for me.” For some, that is a line from the Green Acres TV show theme song. For others it is a way of life. Have you ever gone into a grocery store and there was no fresh produce, no milk? Not likely - we have the farmers to thank for that. So what's it like growing up on a farm? On this week’s show, Kurt and Chad welcome Kurt's father, Jerry Sauder - a third generation farmer. He explains how raising kids on a farm develops their faith, their character and a strong work ethic.
 A special Podcast Bonus segment will automatically follow the second track.

This is a special bonus segment for the Solid Steps Radio Podcast Episode #98.

To people who are already walking with God, it sometimes feels awkward to share their faith with others. On this weeks show, Chad and Kurt hear from Pastor Matt Reagan and businessman David Riggle on ways to share your faith with those around you - in a relational way.

To people who are already walking with God, it sometimes feels awkward to share their faith with others. On this weeks show, Chad and Kurt hear from Pastor Matt Reagan and businessman David Riggle on ways to share your faith with those around you - in a relational way.