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Featuring: Luke Andrews Ministry: Inspire Advisors Most retirees spend a lot of time asking, Will I have enough? But what if there's another question worth asking: Is my money making an eternal impact? In this episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg welcome Luke Andrews of Inspire Advisors for a practical conversation about Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI). Luke shares how many Christians unknowingly own investments that support causes and values they don't agree with – and how it's possible to align your portfolio with your faith without sacrificing sound financial planning. More than just a discussion about investments, this episode explores what it means to view retirement as a season of purpose. Instead of simply preserving wealth, retirees have an opportunity to steward their resources in ways that support God's work and leave a lasting legacy. What You'll Hear in This Episode Why retirement planning should include both financial security and kingdom impact What Biblically Responsible Investing is and why it matters How to evaluate whether your current investments align with your values The influence Christian investors can have when they steward their resources intentionally How shareholder engagement can help shape corporate decisions Practical steps for transitioning a portfolio toward biblical alignment Ways retirees can use their financial resources to support ministry, generosity, and future generations If you have questions about Biblically Responsible Investing or would like to explore what it could look like for your own portfolio, connect with Luke Andrews at InvestBRI.com or by calling 727-798-4188. He'd be happy to help you take the next step! P.S. Don't forget our Summer Picnic Challenge! Gather a few neighbors, friends, or family members for a picnic, potluck, or backyard get-together. Send us a photo of your gathering (jim@iwork4him.com), and you'll be entered for a chance to win a special prize at the end of the summer. We can't wait to see how you're building community right where God has placed you. Enjoyed this episode? Help iRetire4Him reach more Christ followers with the message that their work matters to God. Support us for $5/month at iwork4him.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Featuring: Jim & Martha Brangenberg Ministry: iWork4Him & iRetire4Him What if a simple summer picnic could change our country? In this lively episode, Jim and Martha Brangenberg launch a summer challenge for listeners: host a neighborhood picnic. They share personal stories, practical hospitality ideas, and a biblical reminder that loving your neighbor often starts with simply spending time together. The conversation highlights how modern life has isolated many people from those living right next door and how food, fellowship, and intentional connection can begin changing that. Jim and Martha also offer easy, low-pressure ideas for hosting a casual gathering that helps neighbors feel seen, welcomed, and loved. What You’ll Hear: Why neighborhood connection matters How simple hospitality reflects the love of Christ Practical tips for hosting an easy summer picnic Why relationship-building helps break down barriers Fun ideas for food, games, and gathering neighbors together The vision behind the iWork4Him/iRetire4Him summer picnic challenge Action Steps: Plan to host a simple neighborhood picnic this summer. Invite your neighbors – whether a few close by or the whole street. Keep it casual; no need to overcomplicate it. Use the gathering to build genuine relationships (doesn’t need to be explicitly evangelistic). Take a photo and send it to jim@iwork4him.com to enter the summer giveaway This episode is a refreshing reminder that ministry doesn’t always happen from a stage. Sometimes it starts in your driveway, backyard, or front lawn with an open invitation and a shared meal! Enjoyed this episode? Help iRetire4Him reach more Christ followers with the message that their work matters to God. Support us for $5/month at iwork4him.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Barak Strickland ORGANIZATION: Refire Nation What happens when you change one letter in a word? You get Barak Strickland’s “retire to refire” God-given mission. After retiring from a 40-year career in the Air Force, Barak thought he was entering a quieter season of life. Instead, God used unexpected transitions to spark something entirely new: Refire Nation – a community helping retirees rediscover meaning, service, and spiritual flourishing. Barak shares how retirees at his local church went from uncertainty and frustration to renewed joy and clarity through the “Flourish” experience, rooted in Psalm 92 and focused on helping people bear fruit in every season of life. The conversation is filled with encouragement for anyone wondering if their most impactful years may still be ahead. What you’ll hear in this episode: Why Barak believes “retirement is temporary, but refirement is forevermore” How God used unexpected life changes to open new ministry opportunities The powerful transformation happening through the Flourish groups Why retirees are wired for purpose, not perpetual leisure How Refire Nation is helping people connect, learn, and serve Details about the national neighborhood picnic challenge Opportunities to get involved with Refire Nation You’ll also hear Jim launch the iRetire4Him Summer Picnic Initiative: a simple but powerful challenge to invite neighbors over, build real relationships, and create community right where you live. Listeners are encouraged to host a neighborhood picnic this summer, take a picture, and send it to jim@iwork4him.com for a chance to win the grand prize. Whether you’re retired, approaching retirement, or simply asking God what’s next, this episode is a reminder that if you still have breath, you still have purpose! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Peter & Tini Lawry ORGANIZATION: Business as Mission We love watching God take couples on new adventures – even in retirement. In this encouraging episode, Jim and Martha sit down with Peter and Tini Lawry to talk about faith, retirement, mentoring, and learning to minister together again. Peter shares how, after years in business leadership, God told him he would never receive another regular paycheck, launching him into a new season of mentoring business owners, leading prayer ministry, discipling younger believers, and speaking prophetically into businesses and churches around the world. Tini shares how retirement opened opportunities to build meaningful relationships through hiking groups, biking clubs, the Lions Club, and intentional investment in her grandchildren’s lives. What You’ll Hear in This Episode Why Peter believes retirement was never meant to be “couch potato” living How God led Peter from business into unpaid full-time ministry The role mentoring plays in Peter’s life today – from business leaders to young adults in Bangladesh and Denmark How Tini ministers to “pre-believers” through hiking, biking, and Lions Club relationships Why grandparents have unique opportunities to disciple the next generation How Peter and Tini discovered new ministry synergy while praying for people together during their US trip The freedom Tini found when she realized everyday believers can pray, minister, and encourage others without formal ordination Why loving your neighbors may be one of the Church’s greatest missed opportunities Jim and Martha also introduce the iRetire4Him summer picnic challenge, encouraging listeners to intentionally gather their neighbors for simple potluck-style hospitality as a practical way to love others and build meaningful relationships in their communities. Snap a picture of your picnic and send to jim@iwork4him.com to be entered into our grand summer giveaway! Be sure to also hear more from Peter and Tini in their coinciding conversation on the iWork4Him Podcast, where they share more about bringing Kingdom impact into everyday work and leadership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Ron ‘3-Putt’ Potter & Wes Kliner ORGANIZATION: Challenge Golf What if your next round of golf wasn’t just a game but a God-given opportunity? In this episode, Jim and Martha talk with Ron “3-Putt” Potter and Wes Kliner of Challenge Golf, who are using the fairway as a place for eternal impact – especially in the season of retirement. Ron, a former sales professional, stepped away from business to pursue a vision of reaching one million golfers with the Gospel. Wes, a retired attorney and judge, thought he’d keep working into his mid-70s, but instead answered the call to help lead this growing ministry. Together, they’re showing that retirement isn’t about slowing down; it’s about stepping into purpose. Through free monthly golf events, Challenge Golf creates space for real relationships with unbelieving and unchurched players. The Gospel is shared through serving participants, banquets, and intentional conversations, centered on the idea of a “mulligan”: a second chance we didn’t earn, pointing to the grace of Jesus. What you’ll hear in this episode: How free golf events are drawing in unbelieving and unchurched golfers Why relationships – not programs – lead to lasting impact A powerful story of a man who came to faith years after attending an event Their new 18-week discipleship journey modeled after 18 holes on the course Why retirees are uniquely positioned to mentor and disciple others The impact so far: 260+ decisions for Christ in recent events With new chapters launching across the Southeast, the opportunity is wide open to get involved, whether by inviting a friend, mentoring as a “caddie,” or helping start something new. If you’re a golfer, see how you can get involved with the mission of Challenge Golf!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Jim Brangenberg ORGANIZATION: iRetire4Him Spring brings new life – and new opportunities to connect with the people around us. In this short solo episode, Jim Brangenberg challenges listeners to take a simple step toward loving their neighbors: host a picnic. Instead of complicated programs or formal outreach, Jim encourages something far more relational: inviting people into your space, sharing a meal, and simply spending time together. Jim reminds us that real transformation often begins with ordinary moments. A backyard picnic, a potluck dish, and an open invitation can create space for friendships to grow and conversations about faith to happen naturally. As the weather warms up, this episode offers a practical way to live out Jesus’ command to love your neighbor – one picnic at a time! P.S. – Don't forget that if you take a picture of your picnic and send it to Jim (jim@iWork4Him.com), he’ll send you a copy of the iRetire4Him book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Ken & Patti Sandel ORGANIZATION: Apartment Life What does it look like to turn an apartment complex into a mission field? Meet Ken and Patti Sandel, a couple in their 70s and 80s who are living on purpose inside a Tennessee apartment community where they host gatherings, build trust, and show up daily for neighbors who need a listening ear or steady presence. Instead of choosing typical comfort in retirement, Ken and Patti followed a different calling – one that placed them in a community many would overlook. Through simple, consistent presence, they’re creating connection, offering care, and demonstrating what it means to truly love your neighbor right where you live. What you’ll hear in the episode: Why Ken and Patti chose mission over leisure in retirement How Apartment Life creates opportunities to build community and share faith What it practically looks like to love and serve neighbors in an apartment setting The challenges of building trust in a hurting and skeptical community Simple, relational ways to make a lasting impact (from events to everyday presence) The unexpected moments where ministry becomes deeply personal Why living among people changes everything Ken and Patti’s story is a reminder that purpose isn’t tied to a season of life. It’s rooted in obedience. Whether in an apartment complex, neighborhood, or workplace, there’s an invitation to live with intention and bring Jesus into everyday spaces and moments. If you’re wondering what your next season could look like, consider exploring Apartment Life and how you might step into a mission field right where people are already living. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Roy Goble ORGANIZATION: Junkyard Wisdom Seven years after first appearing on iWork4Him, author, business leader, and “junkyard philosopher” Roy Goble joins Jim and Martha Brangenberg on iRetire4Him to talk about life in what many people would call the retirement years. But Roy says he never got the memo about slowing down. Now closer to 70 than 60, he’s still running Goble Properties, writing Junkyard Wisdom devotionals, and finding joy in serving others through his work and generosity. Drawing from lessons learned growing up in his father’s junkyard, Roy shares how faith, purpose, and generosity continue to shape the way he approaches this season of life – and why retirement doesn’t mean stepping away from meaningful impact. What You’ll Hear in This Episode The deeper joy he finds in serving people through his work today Why Roy’s motivation has shifted from ambition to impact The role generosity plays in Roy’s family foundation and legacy planning How writing Junkyard Wisdom devotionals opens doors for ministry What Roy hopes the “final quarter” of life will be known for If you’d like to receive Roy’s daily encouragement, you can sign up for his “Junkyard Wisdom” devotional emails, where he shares short reflections on faith, leadership, generosity, and everyday life. For Roy, retirement isn’t about stepping away from purpose. It’s about continuing to live out your calling – faithfully, generously, and with love – right up to the very end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Jim Brangenberg ORGANIZATION: iWork4Him Ministries Our culture often treats retirement as the finish line, but Scripture never describes it that way. Followers of Jesus never retire from their calling to serve, lead, and love their communities. In this episode, Jim shares why he’s stepping into an unexpected new role: running for mayor of his small Missouri town. After decades of ministry encouraging believers in the workplace, Jim realized that the same calling applies long after traditional careers end. God had placed him in a community, given him relationships and influence, and opened the door to serve. The question became simple: Would he step forward or stay on the sidelines? In this episode, you’ll hear: Why retirement doesn’t mean stepping away from purpose How God used a move to a small town to open unexpected doors for influence The biblical idea that everyone around us should benefit from our faith in Jesus Why Christians withdrawing from civic life has left a leadership gap How retirees often have the experience, wisdom, and time their communities desperately need A challenge to consider serving locally, from school boards to city councils to community leadership Jim reminds listeners that the greatest enemy isn’t another candidate or political party. It’s the spiritual battle for the hearts and well-being of our communities. And that means believers are needed now more than ever. Instead of simply watching what happens in our cities, counties, and neighborhoods, what if we asked God where He wants us to serve next? Your career may have ended, but your mission hasn’t. Your experience, wisdom, and faith might be exactly what your community needs right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FEATURING: Bob Tiede ORGANIZATION: Leading with Questions At 77, Bob Tiede isn’t slowing down – he’s doubling down on purpose. In this episode of iRetire4Him, he explains why retirement isn’t about stepping away, but stepping into your most strategic years of influence (just like Moses, Joshua, and Caleb). Bob admits he once led as a “benevolent dictator:” kind but convinced a leader’s job was to figure it out and tell others what to do. Everything changed when he discovered a better model: lead with questions. Here’s what that might look like: In leadership roles, ask: “What do you think we should do?” Let others talk 80% of the time. Follow up with: “Tell me more.” In mentoring, ask deeper questions like: “What three or four events most shaped who you are today?” Why? Because when people answer their own questions, they own the outcome. And when they feel heard, they trust you. Bob also shares how this approach bridges generations. Younger leaders don’t want lectures. They want someone genuinely curious about their story. Ask well, listen carefully, and watch how influence grows naturally. His newest book, Success Unlocked, features 39 of the most impactful blog posts from over 1,300 blog articles on question-based leadership. Interested in putting your experience to work? Bob invites retirees to coach emerging leaders through Cru, just one hour every other week for two years (training provided). Just reach out to Bob at bob.tiede@cru.org. Retirement isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking better questions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.