Abrahams Wallet

HOME: Family Land, Hunting, and Fathers and Sons, with Johnny Phipps

Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please support this ministry at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Steven Manuel talks to Great Texan Johnny Phipps about how his passion for serving...

HOME: Fathers Over Pastors with Justin Wolfenberg

Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please consider supporting this ministry at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Steven Manuel talks to Justin Wolfenberg about how the post-Biblical church architecture has...

HOME: Justin Wolfenberg's "Abrahamic Tent Tour"

Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please support this ministry at https://abrahamswallet.com/donate/ Steven Manuel stomps around the property of Justin Wolfenberg, as Justin shares insights on...

HOME: Who Are Our People? with Jeff Davenport

Jeff Davenport is an author, screenwriter, and speaking coach. https://www.jeffdav.com/ Abraham’s Wallet exists to inspire and equip Biblical family leaders. Please support this ministry at www.abrahamswallet.com/donate Steven Manuel talks to...

HOME: Jeff Bethke on Finding Mentors

Mark Parrett talks to Jeff Bethke about finding mentors and how Jeff has assembled a team of leaders in his life (4:30). Jeff is a prolific author, a spoken word star on YouTube, a content generator with Jeremy Pryor and Jon Tyson, and he and his wife are owners of Neuflora Wardrobe. Jeff describes how he first met Jeremy Pryor (24:00), how to handle mentoring relationships with a young family (27:00), giving gifts and honor to mentors (30:30), what NOT to do in pursuing mentors (36:30), an...

DOUGH: Setting Up Business Entities

Need to start a business or real estate holding but don’t know what it should be, exactly? Mark Parrett teaches Steven Manuel about Business Entities (4:30), from sole proprietorships (7:25) to partnerships (14:35) to LLCs (24:45) to corporations (33:15). Mark also answers the question, “Should I hold my rental property inside a business entity?” at 37:00, and Steven shares some intel about 501(c)3s (40:00) and why Abe’s Wallet went that route! Tax deductible support for this ministry at ht...

MISC: AW's Big Announcement!

THIS IS AN UNUSUAL EPISODE: Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel share their big Abe’s Wallet Announcement, and they’re so HYPED about it. Expect zero equipping in this all-about-us episode. Sorry. If you’re interested in our donation/thank you set up, go to 22:15 and to www.abrahamswallet.com/donate. Our official ask is at 37:25. Thank you in advance, really.

HOME: Critical Steps to Abrahamic Greatness Part 2

HOME: Critical Steps to Abrahamic Greatness Part 2

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel continue their series on the Critical Path to Abrahamic Greatness, walking from being a young married couple without children to… the grave! To wit: Step 6 (12:15) have children 7 (23:00) Adjust family vision 8 (29:10) Faithfully build wealth 9 (38:00) Develop self control and responsibility in your children 10 (42:45) Give children space and support with their spouses and families 11 (47:15) When grandchildren come… drop everything 12 (49:30) Make strat...

NEWS: Student Loan "Forgiveness"?

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk through the implications of the proposed "student loan forgiveness" plan. Who benefits? Who pays? What does the Bible say? And what are the long term implications? And what can/should any of us do about any of this?

HOME: Critical Steps to Abrahamic Greatness Part 1

HOME: Critical Steps to Abrahamic Greatness Part 1

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel describe the most important steps any man can take to become an Abrahamic, multi-generational family leader. (8:30) This first part includes the following steps: 1. A young man learns self control and takes responsibility (14:40) 2. By age 17, learn to take care of yourself (22:15) 3. Around age 20, start to train for a career (35:30) 4. Find a wife! (46:45) 5. Dream with, pastor, and lead your wife as you create a family together (57:30)   Resources men...

DOUGH: Building a Kingdom-Centric Biz with Ryan Emge

Steven Manuel talks with Ryan Emge of Assured Construction and Freight Edge about his life as a business leader who seeks to honor God in all domains of his world. They talk about Ryan’s feeling that workaday life was “unspiritual” (7:30), his re-start of his business (10:00), defining cultural values (13:15), giving away his business (20:20), and the time his team was overheard by a client (24:30). Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Marketplace Christianity, Robert Fraser EOS and Tract...

DOUGH: Building a Kingdom-Centric Biz with Ryan Emge

HOME: Starting a Family with Johnny Phipps

HOME: Starting a Family with Johnny Phipps

This is our first conversation with Johnny Phipps, FORT WORTH MAN. He’s been a successful family builder whose children love God… and whose grandchildren live across the street! Steven learns about the biggest decision Johnny and his wife Julie made for building a successful family (7:00) (It cost him a million dollars but was “worth every penny” according to Johnny). We also hit upon honoring spouses with our bodies (24:30), wives protecting their husbands from pornography and sexual health...

DOUGH: How to Take a (Financial) Hit

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk (from painful personal experience) about how to take a loss and get back on your feet: 1. Do spiritual work first (10:00) 2. Work though the loss relationally (with the wife) (17:45) 3. Have or review a financial plan (25:20) 4. Share your loss with trusted friends (28:45) 5. Restore truth in your thinking (30:00) 6. Reconsider your financial assumptions (40:15) 7. Recoup integral losses via work and savings (42:30) 8. Rebalance as needed (43:40) ...

DOUGH: How to Take a (Financial) Hit

MISC: Why Abraham's Wallet Exists

MISC: Why Abraham's Wallet Exists

Ever wonder what it is, exactly, that we're trying to do around here? Not us: we know PERZAC'LY what we're trying to do. Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk about it in this episode: PART ONE: NEWS 2:00 Voyager stops trading on its crypto platform (Steven and Mark take a bath) 5:00 the 4th of July and AMERICA! 6:15 Texas Road Trip report 11:25 Reaction to Roe v Wade overturn   PART TWO: EDUCATION 17:30 Orator’s Corner (Black Beauty) 25:30 Why Abraham’s Wallet exists: 29:15 to reinf...

HOME: Responsibility as a Value

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk about the Biblical value of RESPONSIBILITY.   PART ONE: Banter and Nonsense NBA opinions (1:30) Review of Steven’s live Family Vision Statement workshop (4:30) Reactions to Apple reviews (8:00) PART TWO: Responsibility (21:00) An analysis of Genesis 1 Fear as a protection from responsibility (43:30) A list of responsibilities for an Abrahamic leader (49:00) And a final encouragement (1:01:10) Resources referenced in this epi...

HOME: Responsibility as a Value

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel talk about the Biblical value of RESPONSIBILITY.     PART ONE: Banter and Nonsense NBA opinions (1:30) Review of Steven’s live Family Vision Statement workshop (4:30) Reactions to Apple reviews (8:00)   PART TWO: Responsibility (21:00) An analysis of Genesis 1 Fear as a protection from responsibility (43:30) A list of responsibilities for an Abrahamic leader (49:00) And a final encouragement (1:01:10)   Resources referenced in this episode: Mascul...

MISC: Ben Kirby of Preachers N Sneakers

Steven and Mark interview Ben Kirby of PreachersNSneakers (6:00). We talk about the uneasy relationship Christians have with luxury (13:30), the allure of fame for Christian leaders (25:00), what any church leader has to confront when their work is successful (43:00) and the temptation to stop actual service and pursue fame. Steven also shares his experience with being a low level celebrity in megachurch world, and discusses Abe’s Wallet as a temptation to grasp at popularity and minor star...

MISC: Ben Kirby of Preachers N Sneakers

Steven and Mark interview Ben Kirby of PreachersNSneakers (6:00). We talk about the uneasy relationship Christians have with luxury (13:30), the allure of fame for Christian leaders (25:00), what any church leader has to confront when their work is successful (43:00) and the temptation to stop actual service and pursue fame. Steven also shares his experience with being a low level celebrity in megachurch world, and discusses Abe’s Wallet as a temptation to grasp at popularity and minor star...

BIZ: Blake Brewer and the Legacy Letter Challenge

As part of our ongoing series profiling business owners, Steven talks with Blake Brewer, of the Legacy Letter Challenge. Blake speaks candidly about the challenges of starting his new biz, his initial inability to make sales, his expanding audience, and as a bonus for our audience, how we can write meaningful legacy letters to our children and grandchildren! (27:00) Resources: Thou Shall Prosper, Rabbi Daniel Lapin Talk to us on the Abraham’s Wallet volley channel Enroll in our “Draft a...

BIZ: Blake Brewer and the Legacy Letter Challenge

As part of our ongoing series profiling business owners, Steven talks with Blake Brewer, of the Legacy Letter Challenge. Blake speaks candidly about the challenges of starting his new biz, his initial inability to make sales, his expanding audience, and as a bonus for our audience, how we can write meaningful legacy letters to our children and grandchildren! (27:00) Resources: Thou Shall Prosper, Rabbi Daniel Lapin Talk to us on the Abraham’s Wallet volley channel Enroll in our “Draft a...

HOME: Adjusting to Summetime

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel have a casual conversation about how their family rhythms have adjusted to the coming of summertime. (12:00) They puzzle over ‘what is a swim diaper, really?’ (15:00), and such issues as how to deal with chores, how many activties are too many, free play time, andn discpleship/worship time for families in those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. Resources mentoned in this episode include: Black Beauty, Anna Sewell The Wind in the Willows, Kenneth Grahame Th...

HOME: Adjusting to Summetime

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel have a casual conversation about how their family rhythms have adjusted to the coming of summertime. (12:00) They puzzle over ‘what is a swim diaper, really?’ (15:00), and such issues as how to deal with chores, how many activties are too many, free play time, andn discpleship/worship time for families in those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. Resources mentoned in this episode include: Black Beauty, Anna Sewell The Wind in the Willows, Kenneth Grahame Th...

HOME: Education IS Discipleship, with Mark and Bethany Douglass

Steven Manuel sits down with Mark and Bethany Douglass to talk about their experiences with homeschooling over the last 12 years. Steven begins with a bit of an explanation as to why we’d even entertain the idea of homeschooling, then goes poolside to discuss the Douglass’ philosophies about home culture, homeschooling vs. other education options, seeing their children launch into college, and why a home culture WINS in the end. Resources referenced in today’s episode include: Bethany’s t...

HOME: Education IS Discipleship, with Mark and Bethany Douglass

Steven Manuel sits down with Mark and Bethany Douglass to talk about their experiences with homeschooling over the last 12 years. Steven begins with a bit of an explanation as to why we’d even entertain the idea of homeschooling, then goes poolside to discuss the Douglass’ philosophies about home culture, homeschooling vs. other education options, seeing their children launch into college, and why a home culture WINS in the end. Resources referenced in today’s episode include: Bethany’s t...

HOME: How to Grandparent

Steven Manuel sits down with Denis Beausejour to talk about grandparenting (4:00). You are going to be SO BLESSED, ENCOURAGED, and CHALLENGED as you have your concept of grandparenting EXPLODED into something waaaaay richer than just someone giving your kid a bike at Christmas (although, hey, bikes are pretty sweet, too). From someone who’s actually doing it, right now, we gain insight into Bible passages that describe grandparents, constructing a physical space for grandchildren (9:45), th...

HOME: How to Grandparent

Steven Manuel sits down with Denis Beausejour to talk about grandparenting (4:00). You are going to be SO BLESSED, ENCOURAGED, and CHALLENGED as you have your concept of grandparenting EXPLODED into something waaaaay richer than just someone giving your kid a bike at Christmas (although, hey, bikes are pretty sweet, too). From someone who’s actually doing it, right now, we gain insight into Bible passages that describe grandparents, constructing a physical space for grandchildren (9:45), th...

DOUGH: 7 Ways to Prep for Recession

Mark Parrett discusses how to prepare for a (possible!) coming recession. He describes the reasons for believing that recession is coming, gives some definition for a recession, then gives tactics for how to prepare (16:00) and endure. Talk to us on the Abraham’s Wallet volley channel Enroll in our “Draft a Family Vision in 3 hours” course

DOUGH: 7 Ways to Prep for Recession

Mark Parrett discusses how to prepare for a (possible!) coming recession. He describes the reasons for believing that recession is coming, gives some definition for a recession, then gives tactics for how to prepare (16:00) and endure. Talk to us on the Abraham’s Wallet volley channel Enroll in our “Draft a Family Vision in 3 hours” course

DOUGH: Must we tithe?

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss the concept of the tithe (10:30). Some say we must tithe to this day; some say we are free from this law. Which is it? Didn’t Jesus affirm the tithe? Didn’t it exist before the law was given? They look at the Biblical references, consider the New Covenant context we live in, and give practical advice on what it means for the regular guy trying to please God now. But first! Chicken coop updates, and NBA hot takes (5:30). Mark recommends the Remnant Rad...

DOUGH: Must we tithe?

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss the concept of the tithe (10:30). Some say we must tithe to this day; some say we are free from this law. Which is it? Didn’t Jesus affirm the tithe? Didn’t it exist before the law was given? They look at the Biblical references, consider the New Covenant context we live in, and give practical advice on what it means for the regular guy trying to please God now. But first! Chicken coop updates, and NBA hot takes (5:30). Mark recommends the Remnant Rad...

HOME: JFK, Steph Curry, and Multi-Generational Families

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss examples of multi-generational families. (6:45) They describe the false American narrative, the story of the Kennedys (21:20), the Roosevelts (27:30), the Currys, the Bushes… and friends we know. (47:00) They begin, however, by discussing LinkedIn, the Manuels 20th anniversary getaway and, yes… Steven’s shirt (eye roll).

HOME: JFK, Steph Curry, and Multi-Generational Families

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss examples of multi-generational families. (6:45) They describe the false American narrative, the story of the Kennedys (21:20), the Roosevelts (27:30), the Currys, the Bushes… and friends we know. (47:00) They begin, however, by discussing LinkedIn, the Manuels 20th anniversary getaway and, yes… Steven’s shirt (eye roll).

MISC: Be Great at Giving Gifts!

Want to sweeten and deepen every family, friendship, and business relationship in your life? Want to express love and kindness in a tangible, memorable way? Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss how to give great gifts (3:45), one of God’s hallmarks for celebrations. Mark reviews some stories and tips for gifts given well, in the tradition established by God Himself. This very special episode is interrupted by someone bringing Steven a real-time gift! No really! (31:45-34:49) Talk to us o...

MISC: Be Great at Giving Gifts!

Want to sweeten and deepen every family, friendship, and business relationship in your life? Want to express love and kindness in a tangible, memorable way? Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss how to give great gifts (3:45), one of God’s hallmarks for celebrations. Mark reviews some stories and tips for gifts given well, in the tradition established by God Himself. This very special episode is interrupted by someone bringing Steven a real-time gift! No really! (31:45-34:49) Talk to us o...

HOME: Passover Options

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel sit down and talk about the various versions, successes, and failures in their ongoing attempts to pull off a Passover seder in their homes (and restaurants) (12:00). They also have it out about the subject of Easter (Steven is against, Mark is for). Earlier, Steven gives a review of the Large Families Tour that happened in April (5:40), and Mark describes a recent Twitter kerfuffle that shocked him. [It isn’t all that shocking… but Mark can’t help himself.] ...

HOME: Passover Options

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel sit down and talk about the various versions, successes, and failures in their ongoing attempts to pull off a Passover seder in their homes (and restaurants) (12:00). They also have it out about the subject of Easter (Steven is against, Mark is for). Earlier, Steven gives a review of the Large Families Tour that happened in April (5:40), and Mark describes a recent Twitter kerfuffle that shocked him. [It isn’t all that shocking… but Mark can’t help himself.] ...

PRAY WITH US for the Supreme Court Ruling

Roe v Wade is teetering. Millions of lives hang in the balance. Please pray with us. Steven talks about the Biblical importance of the issue before America’s courts, then leads in a time of prayer (8:00). Please don’t just listen, but PRAY as you do so, agreeing as we confess and repent before God for two generations of brazen rebellion. Listen to today’s episode of The Briefing for a more in-depth analysis from a Christian worldview.

PRAY WITH US for the Supreme Court Ruling

Roe v Wade is teetering. Millions of lives hang in the balance. Please pray with us. Steven talks about the Biblical importance of the issue before America’s courts, then leads in a time of prayer (8:00). Please don’t just listen, but PRAY as you do so, agreeing as we confess and repent before God for two generations of brazen rebellion. Listen to today’s episode of The Briefing for a more in-depth analysis from a Christian worldview.

DOUGH: Retirement 2: Financial Tactics

In their last episode, our hosts tackled the Biblical/theoretical concept of retirement, and whether it’s good or not (it is). Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel now finish their one-two punch on retirement with this conversation about tactics (11:20): How do you know when your pile of money is big enough? Is it okay for retirees to take out new mortgages? When should you bring your children into your full financial picture and plan? What if you feel “behind” in your retirement savings? (28:30)...

DOUGH: Retirement 2: Financial Tactics

In their last episode, our hosts tackled the Biblical/theoretical concept of retirement, and whether it’s good or not (it is). Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel now finish their one-two punch on retirement with this conversation about tactics (11:20): How do you know when your pile of money is big enough? Is it okay for retirees to take out new mortgages? When should you bring your children into your full financial picture and plan? What if you feel “behind” in your retirement savings? (28:30)...

DOUGH: It's Unbiblical to NOT Retire!

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss retirement (6:50) Why do people feel guilty about this concept? What are some common misperceptions? What is the Biblical purpose of post-earning years? They get into it with gusto …but not before reviewing Mark’s family trip to St. George, Utah, “The Brighter Side.” They also display their ignorance of all things Hawaii. Resources from this episode include: An Uncommon Guide to Retirement, Jeff Haanen Join our Volley channel!

DOUGH: It's Unbiblical to NOT Retire!

Mark Parrett and Steven Manuel discuss retirement (6:50) Why do people feel guilty about this concept? What are some common misperceptions? What is the Biblical purpose of post-earning years? They get into it with gusto …but not before reviewing Mark’s family trip to St. George, Utah, “The Brighter Side.” They also display their ignorance of all things Hawaii. Resources from this episode include: An Uncommon Guide to Retirement, Jeff Haanen Join our Volley channel!

Emergency Episode! Inflation Hits 8.5%

Given that inflation hit its highest level since 1981 this week, we wanted to give you a little bit of color on what that means for business, the market and even how it might impact you personally as you think about growing money. Stick around to the end for a hot tip on how to use this particular moment to turbocharge the returns you get on your medium-term investments! Join our Volley Channel: https://hi.volley.app/land?tk=xpp427rZUJ0d7sWWuAuMhs-tk Find us on the socials @abrahamswallet...

Emergency Episode! Inflation Hits 8.5%

Given that inflation hit its highest level since 1981 this week, we wanted to give you a little bit of color on what that means for business, the market and even how it might impact you personally as you think about growing money. Stick around to the end for a hot tip on how to use this particular moment to turbocharge the returns you get on your medium-term investments! Join our Volley Channel: https://hi.volley.app/land?tk=xpp427rZUJ0d7sWWuAuMhs-tk Find us on the socials @abrahamswallet...