
October 20, 2026
The Search for Calm Waters in a Sea of Technology
Douglas A. Spears



Tax season brings paperwork, frustration, and questions about government spending. Jennifer Johnson explores how Milligan's VITA program helps community members navigate taxes while giving students an opportunity to…

Barry Cameron examines six financial warning signs facing Americans, including government borrowing, student loans, stock market speculation, retirement debt, and reverse mortgages, highlighting the growing consequences of living…

Barry L. Cameron shares how his family overcame debt through biblical wisdom, financial discipline, and personal sacrifice—and how their journey to financial freedom inspired others to pursue debt-free…

Doug Priest explores how microfinance can help people rise above poverty through small-business loans, savings, accountability, and holistic Christian programs that promote dignity and self-sufficiency.

Tax professional Tom Burbrink explains how qualifying churches may claim federal tax refunds tied to employee health insurance premiums, including the requirements churches must meet to be eligible.

Kent E. Fillinger examines church giving, staffing, spending, debt, and outreach trends among surveyed Christian churches and churches of Christ following the Great Recession.

Neal Windham urges churches to travel light, rethink debt and facilities, and embrace a new kingdom economy marked by generosity, flexibility, and mission-focused restraint.

Jim Herbst reflects on the messy, humbling work of pursuing financial simplicity, discovering that faithful steps toward generosity and contentment can still make life healthier.
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