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FINISHING WELLEpisode S7E09: “Gentlemen, this is a football.”Send us Fan Mail“Gentlemen, this is a football.”Hal takes a few minutes to reflect on these famous words from coach Vince Lombardi and uses them to remind us of the “basics” of our spiritual lives.Enjoy them. To live well and finish well, discipleship is a call to do the basics well – every year we live.Remember also that September 17 is the day for our North Texas Giving Day. Your gift will help us “press on” in these critically important years.You can give NOW.Finishing Well...
2026-09-0821 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S0708: Replay of our First Podcast - What is Finishing Well Ministries?Send us Fan MailREPLAY OF THE FIRST FWM PODCASTIn this episode of the Finishing Well Podcast, Dr. Hal Habecker and Dr. Randy Hess revisit the very first episode of the show, originally recorded in December 2020. The episode opens with Dr. Habecker expressing his deep desire for older generations—parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents—to be active encouragers and mentors to younger generations. He emphasizes the importance of older adults pouring their wisdom, experiences, and love into their families and communities, highlighting the biblical value placed on elders.The hosts discuss the mission of F...
2026-06-1622 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode E7S07: The Identity of Christ RevisitedSend us Fan MailThe Podcast for today is one Vicki and I recorded August 14, 2023. The topic is our “Identity.” It is our most listened to podcast of the 178 we’re recorded. I think it is still one of the most critical issues of life and of our advancing years. Who are we? What does our identity of being “in Christ” mean in terms growing older? What is life “in Christ” all about? Here it is again, just as we recorded it then. I hope you’ll enjoy it again.Pressing on for all that God has for us “...
2026-05-2729 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S7E5: Foxhole BuddiesSend us Fan MailListen to Vicki Habecker and Karen Brosseau talk about their ‘momma hearts’ during the difficult journey God has led them on as adult sons face critical medical problems.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shared insights focused on finishing our lives well. We also recruit and train volunteers who lead and encourage small...
2026-02-2531 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S6E04: Ringleaders: Living a Marriage of OnenessSend us Fan MailTHEOLOGICAL PRINCIPLES OF MARRIAGEIn this episode, Hal Habecker and Dr. Ken Wilgus discuss the theological principles of marriage, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Jesus as the creator and sustainer of marriage. They explore the concepts of treating one's spouse as one's own flesh, loving one's wife as oneself, and serving one's wife as serving oneself. Wilgus highlights the significance of prayer, both individually and collectively, in maintaining a Christ-centered marriage. They also address the challenges of over-psychologizing marriage and the importance of mutual respect and appreciation in a Christian marriage.
2026-02-1032 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S7E03: Ringleaders: Men Leading in Christian Marriage.Send us Fan MailFOUR PRINCIPLES TO IMPROVE A MARRIAGEIn this episode of the Finishing Well Podcast, Hal Habecker and Ken Wilgus discuss the concept of "ringleaders," a framework for Christian men to reflect on and improve their marriages. Ken introduces the four principles: I belong to Jesus the Creator of my marriage.Jesus has joined me to my wife as one flesh.To love my wife is to love myself - to serve my wife is to serve myself.I am to my wife as J...
2026-02-0631 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S7E01: Pressing on in 2026!Send us Fan MailOur founder gives a brief 20-minute encouragement and a challenge for the new year before us. Our mission? We exist to call a generation of aging believers to leverage their lives for the fame of Jesus and the glory of God. Let’s embrace 2026 for this purpose.Hal Habecker, host of the Finishing Well podcast, reflects on the mission of aging Christians to lead, influence, and encourage others. He emphasizes the importance of discipleship, regardless of age, and encourages listeners to press on in their faith. Habecker shares personal an...
2026-01-1222 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S6E8: Physical Therapists Discuss Staying Active as We AgeSend us Fan MailTwo physical therapists talk about staying active as we age. Vicki Habecker interviews Judy Hendry about ideas to keep our bodies in the best physical shape that our limitations will allow. Listen and learn some practical advice from two PT's.Judy emphasizes maintaining daily activities, social engagement, and exercise to prevent decline. She advises against over-assistance from family, suggesting older adults continue their usual routines. For those with orthopedic issues, she recommends range-of-motion exercises and walking with aids if necessary. For non-ambulatory individuals, she suggests upper body and core exercises. Judy al...
2025-11-2128 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S6E7: A Story of God’s Faithfulness in a Journey with CancerSend us Fan MailHal and Vicki interview Greg and Louise Master as they share their story of Greg’s life-threatening cancer. Listen and learn with them through their faith-filled journey.Greg Master shares his journey with bladder cancer, diagnosed on May 12, 2023. He discovered the tumor himself through a CT scan and was initially given a single-digit two-year survival rate. Greg underwent chemotherapy, including the brutal "Red Devil," and a radical cystectomy. Despite the challenges, he found peace through faith and scripture, receiving 39 verses from God. Greg emphasized the importance of not going thr...
2025-11-131h 03
FINISHING WELLEpisode S6E6: "Learning from Boomerang Kids"Send us Fan Mail“Learning from Boomerang Kids”Hal, Vicki, and their 43-year-old son, Jonathan, share their story of Jonathan moving back into their home for a season. Really, Jonathan is telling his story of what God is doing in his life and thereby the story of what God is doing through him in their home. God is at work in more ways than we might imagine.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipp...
2025-10-2337 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S6E05: "Bury Me in a Dirty Suit" | Discovering Man’s Valiant Purpose in the Aftermath of 9/11: Kinder, DarinSend us Fan Mail“On September 11, we remembered the 24th anniversary of 9/11, an unforgettable day. Darin Kinder, a personal friend of FWM, was there that day and experienced 9/11 as a responder. It was a gut-wrenching day that would change the course of his life.In this podcast, listen to his story as he shares it with Hal and all of us. Buy his book, Bury Me in a Dirty Suit, and read it for yourself. Pray for Darin and the opportunities ahead for him. If you would like to contact Darin for a speaking engagement, yo...
2025-10-0959 min
FINISHING WELLSpecial Series #13: Moses - Bible Characters and How They FinishedSend us Fan MailMoses 120 years of PurposeHal Habecker continues his series on How Characters from the Bible Finished their LivesWe meet Moses in Exodus 2, where God protected him from Pharaoh's death threats and sovereignly led him to grow up in Pharaoh's house during his first 40 years.At age 80, Moses was entrusted with leading Israel out of Egypt. Despite his failures, including striking the rock at Meribah (Numbers 20), Moses pressed on to fulfill his purpose. One of his final tasks was completing Joshua's training and commissioning him to lead...
2025-10-0319 min
FINISHING WELLS6E1: "Music, Worship, and the Heart of God: A Conversation with Leslie Blum"Send us Fan MailIn the "Finishing Well" podcast, host Hal Habecker interviews LESLIE BLUM about the role of music in life and aging. Leslie shares her upbringing in a musical Christian home, where her father, a soloist, and her mother, a pianist, fostered her love for music. She discusses the emotional impact of music, citing major and minor chords as examples, and how music connects with the soul. Leslie emphasizes the importance of music in worship, advocating for a blend of traditional and contemporary styles to serve diverse congregations. She also reflects on the c...
2025-09-1128 min
FINISHING WELLSPECIAL SERIES #2: The Levites - Biblical Characters and How They FinishSend us Fan MailHal Habecker discusses the biblical perspective on retirement, focusing on the Levites who retired at age 50 to serve in 48 cities across Israel. Despite the modern concept of retirement being less than a century old, Habecker emphasizes that the Bible addresses it implicitly. He highlights the Levites' post-retirement roles as pastors, judges, and teachers, stressing their continued contribution to the community. Habecker argues that older people, like the Levites, should remain active in their faith, mentoring younger generations and fulfilling God's purpose. He encourages continuous growth and service in all stages of life, advocating...
2025-07-2420 min
FINISHING WELLSPECIAL SERIES: Finishing Well: A Study of Biblical Lives - IntroductionSend us Fan MailThis study explores the lives of several key biblical characters to examine how they finished their earthly journeys—whether in strength, struggle, or redemption.Hal Habecker introduces a series on aging and fulfilling God's purpose, emphasizing that aging is a meaningful part of God's plan. Hal argues that older people are a valuable resource often ignored by culture citing 2 Timothy 4:6-8 and Psalm 90:12 to underscore the need for wisdom and purpose in aging. Hal encourages continuous service to God, regardless of age, and stresses that retirement does not diminish one's mission. He...
2025-07-1714 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E16: Friendship and Its Essential QualitiesSend us Fan MailRandy Marshall and Hal Habecker discuss the importance of friendship, particularly in the aging years. They emphasize humility, adversity, and empathy as key traits of true friendship. Randy shares an analogy about finding one's life's purpose through the support of five close friends and the realization that life is brief, with an average of 30,000 days. They highlight the role of encouragement and the need for older people to stay active and engaged. Randy's ministry at Watermark Church, focused on intergenerational mentoring, has seen 20 people sign up to mentor younger generations. They also touch...
2025-06-0835 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E14: Guest: Ken Wilgus. “Being a Parent of Adult Children”Send us Fan MailAs we age, living with and influencing our adult children is a huge theme in life. In this podcast, listen to Hal as he interviews well-known psychologist, Dr. Ken Wilgus about life with adult children. Ken has written an exceptional book entitled, Feeding the Mouth That Bites You, and while Ken’s book focuses on the adolescent years, the principles he shares are timeless and critically important in the years we share with our adult children.Dr. Hal Habecker and Ken Wilgus discuss the challenges of parenting adult children and the co...
2025-05-0738 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E15: Guest: Ken Wilgus. "Being a Grandparent of Older Grandchildren"Send us Fan MailDr. Hal Habecker and Ken Wilgus discuss the importance of planned emancipation in parenting and grandparenting. They emphasize respecting adult children and grandchildren, avoiding overbearing advice, and fostering independent adulthood. Wilgus highlights the need for churches to involve older teenagers in mentoring and to support families with technology and discipline. He advises grandparents to communicate respectfully and not side with grandchildren against parents. They also stress the importance of understanding and engaging with younger generations' beliefs, rather than imposing one's own views. The conversation underscores the role of the church in guiding multi-generational...
2025-05-0739 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E11: Vicki’s Story of Anna: Are We Willing to Change and Grow?Send us Fan MailVicki Habecker tells her story about how God is working in her life in a completely unexpected way a new friend, Anna.Listen to her story and let’s listen to God for the new ways He might be calling us to follow Him.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shar...
2025-03-2539 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E9: Catch the VisionSend us Fan MailIs the 7 Essentials Curriculum Making a Difference?"Join Hal as he interviews David Windley about the impact the 7 Essentials ismaking in David's life and ministry as he leads a 4th Quarter ministry withEastWest Ministries in Dallas.I believe God wants to make an impact through the 7 Essentials in everyplace. David illustrates this in his life.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their lat...
2025-02-2433 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E8: Finding Significance as We AgeSend us Fan MailIn this podcast, Hal and his wife, Vicki, talk about the importance of FINDINGSIGNIFICANCE AS WE AGEThey address these four questions:1. What happens when you’re no longer a big deal?2. What happens when you’re no longer the king pin?3. What happens when you’re no longer the big kahuna?4. What happens if the world is not waiting with bated breath to know what I’mdoing or what I once did?In our aging years, do I feel unimportant or even...
2025-02-1740 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E7: Simple Relational Disciple MakingSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Hal interviews Jerry Wiles on the topic of remarkable book justpublished entitled, Simple Relational Disciple Making: Ancient Ways for Modern Times. It is a fascinating book that relates to sharing the Gospel and disciple-making, and how that mission should be part of our lives more and more as we age. This conversation has relevance to everything we do, and it related especially to sharing the stories of God’s work as we invest our lives into generations following us. Listen to the podcast and then order the book.
2025-01-3037 min
FINISHING WELLEPISODE S4E5: Happy New YearSend us Fan MailLeaning into a new year and all God has for us in it is a wonderful way to enter 2025.Listen to Hal as he shares his heart for God’s purposes in 2025 both personally for him and his family and for the work of Finishing Well Ministries.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line reso...
2025-01-1517 min
FINISHING WELLSpecial Episode: Hal's Appearance on the podcast series Saving GraceSend us Fan MailLast month I had the privilege of being a guest on ‘Saving Grace Podcast,’ a regular podcast produced by Grace School of Theology, Houston, Texas. My interviewer was a good friend, Tracy Marshall, a fellow church member where we attend. It was a great opportunity to share the work of Finishing Well Ministries with their network and the radio network of Salem Radio Network. I hope you will enjoy what God is doing through FWM and the doors He continues to open to us. Thanks, Hal HabeckerHow do we live...
2024-10-3028 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E2 (134): Seeing Opportunity in Retirement with Dr. Tom WatsonSend us Fan MailHal Habecker interviews Tom Watson, a longtime friend, about his life journey and transition into retirement. Tom shares his upbringing in Pampa, Texas, his education in agriculture and biology, and his career as an anesthesiologist in Texarkana. He discusses the challenges of aging, the decision to retire, and the move back to Dallas to be closer to family. Tom emphasizes the importance of finding a new church and community, and he expresses his desire to continue serving God through teaching and reaching out to neighbors. He advises others to find purpose beyond their...
2024-10-1632 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S4E1 (133): Daughters, Mothers, and DementiaSend us Fan MailLosing a loved one to dementia is an all-encompassing grief - it affects you physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Listen today as Hal’s wife Vicki interviews 2 of her closest friends, Dawn Pownell and Mary Yarbrough. The 3 of them will share honest yet heart-warming stories (be prepared to laugh and maybe shed a tear or two). They will offer encouraging suggestions and reminders of how God’s faithfulness carried them as they walked this difficult journey.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to unde...
2024-09-231h 19
FINISHING WELLEpisode S3E28(132): Having a Vision of How God Uses Us in Our Aging Years in the Most Ordinary of WaysSend us Fan MailAs Hal interviews John Sparks, John shares his story of how God is using him to encourage others in his neighborhood with a simple vison and a dog. It’s a fascinating story, and the journey continues. John’s story will encourage you and perhaps bring fresh insights as to how God wants to use each of us – with the simplest of ways becoming open doors for the work of the Spirit through each of us.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to und...
2024-08-2938 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S3E26 (130): Preparing for and Anticipating the Uncertainties of LifeSend us Fan MailLife has lots of interruptions and uncertainties. They may be as simple as too many red lights when one is in a hurry, and they may be as profound and life-changing as an unexpected illness or even death. We can also expect that the longer we live these uncertainties of life may even become more frequent for ourselves or with family and friends. Can we prepare for them? How do we prepare for and anticipate them? Hal and Randy will discuss and encourage us as we trust God with life.Support...
2024-08-1227 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S3E25: Churches - Memories and MortarSend us Fan MailThe destructive fire of the historic sanctuary of First Baptist Church, Dallas, started Hal & Vicki thinking about their memories of churches that God used in their lives. This historic church is what God used to launch them into ministry. Perhaps this podcast will jog some thoughts in your heart about the churches that have been a part of your life and how God used them to stir your spiritual growth. Happy listening and growing. If you have a chance, please take an extra few minutes and listen to this song by Emily Ann...
2024-08-0326 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S3E23 (127): Hal’s Story – My Bike Wreck and “I’m Back”Send us Fan MailSeven weeks ago Hal had a serious bike wreck and needed surgery. In this new podcast listen to Hal share the story of his bike wreck and recovery. He is back on his feet now and pressing on again in serving God and Finishing Well Ministries. Life can bring many kinds of unanticipated events that will sideline us, but God is good, and He is always working out His purposes in our lives.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and...
2024-07-0822 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S3E24(128): Vicki’s Story of Changing LanesSend us Fan MailIn today’s podcast, Hal’s wife, Vicki, shares her story about having to “change lanes” in life. Using the metaphor of a freeway, she shares her story about changes God has for her, changing to a different lane, and even getting off the freeway and onto a service road. Changes in life are not easy at times, but God uses them for His purposes. You will enjoy her story.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in...
2024-07-0821 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S3E20(124): Hal, Randy and FWM - who, what and why? A synopsis.Send us Fan MailRandy is a founding board member of Finishing Well Ministries and cohost of this podcast. After nine years with us, he shares his perspective on the ministry in his own words and where he sees it going. Join us for an exciting and candid conversation with Randy Hess. Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources tha...
2024-04-1817 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E17 (122): Happiness and LaughterSend us Fan MailIn this podcast Hal & his wife, Vicki, team up to share insights and encouragement concerning the importance of happiness and laughter in the continued journey of aging and finishing well. There may be reasons to be discouraged - health problems, family problems, world problems, emotional challenges, spiritual challenges, disappointments, trial of all sorts – economic, political, the news every day - but keep the joy of Jesus in focus! Listen in!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s call...
2024-03-1929 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S3E17(121): Building a "Toolbox" for Finishing WellSend us Fan MailIn this new podcast Hal and Randy suggest some attitude and behavior tools to build your own resource toolbox in Finishing Well. It all starts with our own personal relationship with Jesus Christ and grows out of life in and through Him. Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shared insights focused on fin...
2024-03-0127 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S3E13 (117): “Thinking Together about Pain”Send us Fan MailHal Habecker, together with his wife, Vicki, share their insights on pain and living with pain. Someone has said that pain is the gift no one wants. But God has His purposes in our pain. Vicki and Hal share a bit of their own journey through the ups and downs of pain in their lives along with things God is teaching them.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to ac...
2024-01-3030 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode E8S3: The 1st Essential: We will continue to grow spirituallySend us Fan MailOur 1st of the 7 Essentials is GROWTH. We Will GROW – we will not stay the same. Growth is the underpinning of nearly everything in life. Growth is always life-giving. If we are not growing we are not life-giving. Hal and Randy explore the value of Growth in all of life.“If we don’t change, we don’t grow. If we don’t grow, we aren’t really living.” Gail SheehySupport the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s...
2023-12-1529 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E50 (102): Our Identity in ChristSend us Fan MailHal’s wife, Vicki, shares her heart about the importance of “Identity” in all of life, and particularly, in the aging years. Perhaps nothing is as important in life than knowing who God created us to be and to see ourselves as He sees us through the life and death of His Son, Jesus. Satan attempts to pull us away from that incredible truth by tempting us to see our value through what we do. Vicki speaks out of her own heart to women, but the truth of her heart speaks to men as wel...
2023-08-1430 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E51 (103): Joy in the Aging YearsSend us Fan MailIn this podcast Hal shares some insights related to “joy in the aging years.” God created us in His own image to enjoy the world in which He placed us to live for Him. Despite the flaw of sin in this world (Ecclesiastes 1.12), and despite the challenges of aging along with afflictions together with the end of life, seeing His hand in all of life continually leads us to a life of joy as we keep placing our faith and trust in Him even through the most trying of times.Support the...
2023-08-1422 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E49(101): When God Keeps Opening DoorsSend us Fan MailListen in as Hal and Randy share the story of God’s faithfulness as He continues to supply the finances needed for the mission of FWM. You will also be encouraged and invited to become a regular financial supporter of FWM. As God keeps opening new doors of ministry to FWM, we are asking God to bring new supporters to meet the continuing growth of this strategic work. Will you make an investment in FWM to strengthen the mission of mobilizing seniors to keep serving Jesus in the best years of life?...
2023-07-1421 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E48(100): Wine and the Word: John 15:1-11Send us Fan MailFor the past 13 years Hal, along with his son-in-law, Mark McWilliams, have a led a unique 3-day event called “Wine & the Word.” This event takes place in the middle of a vineyard in Healdsburg, CA, Arista Winery, owned by the McWilliams family. In this event, Mark does an “exposition” of the vineyard and wine, while Hal follows him with an exposition of John 15.1-11, where Jesus teaches the spiritual life of His disciples through the metaphor of the vineyard. This podcast is about that event. To learn more about where this event takes place, se...
2023-07-1225 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E47(99): God's Faithfulness: Randy's Last Few WeeksSend us Fan MailAfter a 3-month absence from our regular Podcasts, Randy rejoins Hal, and he brings us up-to-date with some crucial events in his life. He’ll give you an inside look at the challenges and hardships he and his family have faced along with God’s faithfulness in their journey. Don’t miss it.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events...
2023-07-1028 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E46(98): Biblical Convictions and People Convictions - Part 2Send us Fan MailAfter 8 years of seeing God lead the way into launching Finishing Well Ministries, listen in and hear Hal Habecker as he reflects on this important ministry. Listen to his convictions and listen to him as he shares his story and thinks ahead for the future years of FWM.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources th...
2023-06-1923 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E45(97): Biblical Convictions and People Convictions - Part 1Send us Fan MailAfter 8 years of seeing God lead the way into launching Finishing Well Ministries, listen in and hear Hal Habecker as he reflects on this important ministry. Listen to his convictions and listen to him as he shares his story and thinks ahead for the future years of FWM.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources th...
2023-06-1922 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S1E42(94): Coping with Loss with Vicki Habecker, pt. 1Send us Fan MailThis is a riveting discussion as Vicki Habecker interviews Joy Evans. Listen to Joy’s compelling story of walking through the loss of her 26-year old daughter, Lana, who died as the result of aggressive melanoma. As Joy shares her heart, you will hear a story of God’s faithfulness in and through every aspect of Lana’s challenging yet life-giving journey. Hear how God gave strength and purpose every day, even while facing brokenness and grief – all for the purposes of His glory.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries...
2023-05-0326 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E43(95): Coping with Loss with Vicki Habecker, pt. 2Send us Fan MailIn this 2nd podcast, Vicki continues to interview Joy Evans and hear the sad but life-giving story of her daughter’s death. Listen to how Lana’s death, even after all these years, actually continues to give joy and purpose and peace to others. Joy and her husband Lee have seen God open a pathway so that Lana’s story keeps on leading others to discover God’s ever present grace and compassion. It is equally compelling.Please consider sharing these two podcasts with others who might have had or who are now walking...
2023-05-0331 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E41 (93): Developing Leaders Who Are Finishing WellSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Hal and Randy give you several questions to ask yourself to determine if you are finishing well and living your years as their best. We line these questions up with the idea that God isn't finished with us and He still has many things for you to do in ministry that you have been strategically placed to accomplish. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace...
2023-04-1325 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E37 (89): Church Models for Seniors to Finish WellSend us Fan MailOur goal isn't just to find individuals who want to finish well, but to find churches that want to facilitate a model for their seniors to implement the 7 essentials of Finishing Well Ministries. In this episode, Hal and Randy describe what it looks like for a church to partner with Finishing Well Ministries and the benefits they have seen so far. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace...
2023-03-2223 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E36 (88): Aging is AwesomeSend us Fan MailIn this episode, we're going to talk about something no one ever seems to discuss: getting older has its perks! We're interested to hear your perspective, but ours is that aging isn't supposed to be a negative thing as it often is portrayed. Hal and Randy give several suggestions for chaning your perpective and enjoying your aging years. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in...
2023-03-2023 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E35 (87): How to Have Generation to Generation ConversationsSend us Fan MailMultigenerational relationships require a lot of work. We come from different times, different cultures, different economies, all with different expectations. The Bible speaks to a set of guidelines and purposes for multigenerational relationships, so none of us are exempt just because they are challenging. Listen as Hal and Randy discuss what the Bible says about how we relate to other generations and what we should expect in return. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and...
2023-03-2029 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E34 (86): Personal Ingredients to Finishing WellSend us Fan MailIn this interactive episode, grab a sheet of paper and a pen and follow along as Hal and Randy guide you through creating your own Sigmoid Curve for your life. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shared insights focused on finishing ou...
2023-03-0733 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E33 (85): OVERCOMING OUR DECLINE: LET'S BEAT THE "SIGMOID CURVE"!Send us Fan MailWhat does a mathematical concept from the business world have to do with Finishing Well? Hal and Randy discuss a commonly understood theme in business, life, etc and how a person in their senior years can approach this cycle of life. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, an...
2023-03-0726 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E31(83): Walking with Jesus Through Death and Grief w/ Guest Host Vicki HabeckerSend us Fan MailIn today’s podcast Hal introduces us to his wife, Vicki, and her close friend, Patti McNeme. In this podcast Patti will share her journey through the death of her daughter, Shannon. She will share the loss, the grief, and the story of God’s faithfulness through the years. Though Shannon’s death took place decades ago, Patti will also reflect on this tragedy through the lens of aging. Older women have so much to teach us. Patti and her husband, Jim, are sterling examples of what it means to serve God faithfully throug...
2023-03-0320 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E32(84): Walking with Jesus Through Scary Health Issues w/ Guest Host Vicki HabeckerSend us Fan MailIn this podcast Vicki interviews Patti McNeme again focusing on the years following the death of her daughter, Shannon. In this interview, Patti talks more about how God sustained them through and beyond the loss of a daughter, and then she tells of the challenge of a long hospitalization and several months battle with Covid that both she and her husband endured. She shares about how God brought them back to good health along and the value of trusting God daily through these challenges.Support the show"Finishing Well...
2023-03-0326 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E29 (81): So What? Serving on the Back EndSend us Fan MailServing others is not only part of the Finishing Well mindset, it's a calling as a Christian that Jesus gave us to love and serve one another with grace. As we age, we may feel limited in how we can serve. In this episode, Hal and Randy discuss ways an aging person can serve others. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later ye...
2023-01-2725 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E30 (82): You are EnoughSend us Fan MailWhen long-distance runners plan for a race, they know that the last bit of the race is tough. They may reserve a last "kick" to finish strong and may have to dig deep to find the strength. In the same way, aging Christians have to dig deep to finish their race strong. On today's episode, Hal and Randy give encouragement for you to finish well! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians...
2023-01-2723 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E28 (80): How we engage younger peopleSend us Fan MailAs a multi-generational community, how can we engage the younger generation, especially our adult kids. Hal and Randy bring their 40-something engineer Seth Muse on to discuss differing perspectives on busyness, advice, mutual respect. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shared in...
2022-12-3027 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E26 (78): Christmas Family GatheringsSend us Fan MailIn this podcast Hal and Randy talk about the importance of listening to and learning about others. Christmas gatherings with family brings generations together and it's a wonderful time of the year! Those gatherings provide opportunities to learn about your adult kids and grandkids, to build bridges, and to encourage them. Don’t miss them. Listen to them whenever you are together. Learn about them. Encourage them. God wants to do great things when you’re together with your families in this important season. Support the show"Finishing Well...
2022-12-1824 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E25 (77): When Old Men Dream DreamsSend us Fan MailIn Joel 2:28, Scripture says that in the last days that old men will dream dreams. What on earth does that mean? In today's episode, Hal and Randy talk through this passage and how it relates to finishing well. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line res...
2022-12-1424 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E24(76): An Attitude of Gratitude for ThanksgivingSend us Fan MailThe last few years have put a strain on relationships in many families for a multitude of reasons. So getting together to give thanks (especially in an election year) can be quite stressful. How do we maintain an attitude of grattitude at Thanksgiving this year? Hal and Randy share some of their thoughts that will help you not only get through the season, but enjoy it! It's all about perspective on this episode! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well...
2022-11-1819 minFINISHING WELLEpisode S2E22(74): Why add a 7th Essential for Finishing Well?Send us Fan MailAfter these several years focusing on the Six Essentials, listen in as Randy Hess interviews Hal Habecker about his thinking on changing the Six Essentials to Seven Essentials. Find out what the new essential is & why we're adding it on this episode! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more episodes from Finishing Well Ministries!Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, ev...
2022-11-0815 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E18 (70): Finishing Well from a Female Perspective w/ special guest Vicki Habecker (part 1)Send us Fan MailIt's not generally wise to discuss age with women, however in a act of sheer bravery, Hal brings his wife Vicki on the show to hear a different perspective on the aging process. You'll enjoy hearing about Vicki's journey through the good times and the not-so-good as she discusses family and more. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to listen to more from Finishing Well Ministries. Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping the...
2022-09-1924 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E19 (71): Finishing Well from a Female Perspective w/ special guest Vicki Habecker (part 2)Send us Fan MailJoin us for part 2 of Hal's conversation with his wife Vicki about her perspective on the aging process (and how to deal with it in your marriage to someone who is aging alongside you). She and Hal also talk about the emotional experiences of loss and how often you deal with that as you get older. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to listen to more from Finishing Well Ministries.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in th...
2022-09-1927 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E17 (69): Aging Like Eagles (part 2)Send us Fan MailHal and Randy continue their discussion of the similarities between how Christians and eagles age. Learn more in today's episode and visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shared insights focused on finishing our lives well. We also recruit and train volunteers who lead and encourage sm...
2022-08-3023 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E16 (68): Aging Like Eagles (part 1)Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Hal and Randy discuss how eagles age and how those characteristics apply to Christians in their later years. Learn more in today's episode and visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide shared insights focused on finishing our lives well. We also recruit and tr...
2022-08-3021 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E10 (62): Labels for the AgingSend us Fan MailThere are many different names for a person who reaches "a certain age" and they all carry certain connotations. Some of them are endearing while others are not so friendly. What kinds of labels best reflect what God is actually trying to do in our lives? Hal and Randy discuss in this week's episode! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast for more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue an...
2022-08-1531 min
FINISHING WELLEPISODE S2E12 (64): Do you understand the assignment?Send us Fan MailWhat is your personal mission in your aging years? Do you know? Why does it matter? In this episode, Hal and Randy walk through a simple process for determining your mission and how to persevere as you continue growing and learning. Ready, Set, Go! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and ot...
2022-08-1524 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E9 (61): What Matters Most: Staying on Mission and avoiding distractionsSend us Fan MailEven in our retirment, many things vy for our attention. Many of those things are good things like family, friends, hobbies, etc. However, keeping our mission front and center to continue impacting the world around us with the Gospel also needs frequent reminder. In this episode, Hal and Randy discuss a book called What Matters Most by Joshua Becker and how to avoid distractions so we can stay on purpose.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s ca...
2022-07-0623 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E7 (59): Drifting...Send us Fan MailWithout focus and intentionality, we all drift from our goals and desires in life. We get busy, distracted, or even lazy. As Christians, we can drift from Christ-likeness as well. In the season of retirement, it's easy to let our focus drift from responsibility for our spiritual growth. In this episode, Hal and Randy talk about ways to stay focused and intentional about God's call on your life.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in th...
2022-06-2819 min
FINISHING WELLEpisode S2E5 (57): What's your availability?Send us Fan MailIn a world full of scheduled lunches, meetings, and planned events, getting older does not exempt you from living by the calendar! In this episode, Hal and Randy discuss the temptation to telling God you'll "pencil Him in" and staying available for the ministry opportunities He puts in front of us. Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and oth...
2022-06-0424 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 49: How God is spreading the word about Finishing Well MinistriesSend us Fan MailFinishing Well Ministries podcast has now reached over 3000 downloads and landed on 5 continents! In this episode, Hal and Randy will discuss the impact we've seen of seniors embracing the 6 essentials and how you can help spread the word to other seniors and ministries about Finishing Well! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, eve...
2022-04-2024 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 47: Connectedness in the Elderly CommunitySend us Fan MailRetirement does not have to mean isolation. When our church fails to address the needs of retired people, we can feel a lack of purpose and drive. However, in those moments, we must take our thoughts (and lives) captive and make them obedient to Christ! Hal and Randy talk about how to create a community of connectedness in your community as you finish well. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s...
2022-04-0624 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 46: The Basics of ConnectingSend us Fan MailThere's nothing more essential in life than friendships. The friends you make can determine the direction and quality of your life, even in the later years. In this episode, Hal and Randy talk about how to develop quality friendships that encourage you to finish well! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, an...
2022-03-2823 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 45: Coffee and other things that may stunt your growthSend us Fan MailDoes coffee actually stunt your growth? Probably not. However, there are many things that can stunt your spiritual growth. Hal and Randy dive into the barriers elder Believers face that slow or stop us from growing spirutally with Jesus. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that provide sh...
2022-02-2225 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 44: The Core of Growing SpirituallySend us Fan MailScripture has so much to teach us about growing spiritually in our walk with Jesus. The good news is that God is never finished with us, no matter what age or stage we find ourselves in! Hal and Randy are back to talk about what being a lifelong learner looks like, even if we are in our twilight years. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later ye...
2022-02-2226 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 42: What blocks us from fulfilling God's plan in our lives as we age?Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Hal and Randy pitch 6 different things that aging people think or believe that actually hold them back from Finishing Well. What's holding you back? Is there something you feel is preventing you from doing what God is asking of you? Find out in this episode of Finishing Well! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill Hi...
2021-11-2223 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 41: What we are continuing to learn from Finishing WellSend us Fan MailAs 2021 begins to wind down, Hal and Randy reflect on what they have learned by working through Finishing Well Ministries. Listen in on three big takeaways from the beginning of working with Seniors specifically and what that tells us about the future. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line re...
2021-11-2224 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 40: Humility in Life and AgingSend us Fan MailThe idea situation for those of us who are aging is that as we get older we become wiser and more experienced. Therefore, it should produce humility in us. Does it though? In this episode, Hal and Randy will discuss what humility looks like in our later years. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM pr...
2021-11-2224 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 39: A senior's role in ThanksgivingSend us Fan MailAs Thanksgiving approaches in a season of division, seniors may be searching for their role in navigating the Thanksgiving holiday. Hal and Randy discuss the fundamental attitude of gratitude and what that looks like for seniors at the family gathering. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on-line resources that pr...
2021-11-2223 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 37: Impacting the Medical World with guest Dr. Joe McIlhaney (Part 1)Send us Fan MailAt age 87, Dr. Joe McIlhaney is a retired physician who is making an impact in the world. This is part one in learning a bit about how God is using him.Dr. Joe McIlhaney, founder and chairman of the Medical Institute for Sexual Health, has been a long-time friend of Hal's and is a great example of someone who is "finishing well." A veteran of the medical field, Dr. McIlhaney has an incredible story of how God has used him in his practice for the Kingdom over his life and how...
2021-11-1023 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 38: Impacting the Medical World with guest Dr. Joe McIlhaney (Part 2)Send us Fan MailDr. Joe McIlhaney has a vision to impact the world with his skills. Listen to his passion in this 2nd interview. What are the passions and gifts God has entrusted to you?Dr. Joe McIlhaney, founder and chairman of the Medical Institute for Sexual Health, has been a long-time friend of Hal's and is a great example of someone who is "finishing well." A veteran of the medical field, Dr. McIlhaney has an incredible story of how God has used him in his practice for the Kingdom over his life and...
2021-11-1023 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 32: The Impact of Older Saints from the BibleSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Hal and Randy explore and consider the value of older people in the Scriptures. Nearly every page of the Bible features people we could consider senior citizens doing amazing things for the Lord. God values the lives of these older saints as well as the older saints of today! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fu...
2021-09-3023 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 31: Unleashing the Value of AgeSend us Fan MailImagine a church in which over 3000 years of wisdom and experience was unleashed on young people, then partnered with their energy and enthusiasm for life change. What a powerful impact we could have on the world when the value of age is unleashed. In this episode, Hal and Randy discuss how to respectuflly and confidently leverage your years of experience for the Kingdom of God. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace...
2021-09-2524 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 30: The Markers of a legacy finished wellSend us Fan MailWhat does "doing the will of God" look like for a senior? When you look back over your life, you can see certain markers that will tell you what kind of legacy you'll leave, but you are not done creating new markers! Find out more on this episode where Hal and Randy dive deep into 2 Corinthians 4:16. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to...
2021-09-1723 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 29: Inner Drive and Inner VoicesSend us Fan MailGold medalist Allison Felix is a great example of someone who has a powerful inner drive. In this podcast, Hal and Randy will explore how her message of drive and strength resonates with those of us who are much older. What drives you the most? Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, an...
2021-09-1423 min
FINISHING WELLDr Hal Habecker Radio Interview with Harold Hendrick PART 2Send us Fan Mail“Hendrick Ministries” is based in the St. Louis, MO area and is one of encouragement, connecting many believers with one another to advance the Kingdom of God.For years Harold Hendrick has hosted hundreds of radio interviews on KSIV-AM 1320 in St. Louis (owned by the Bott Radio Network — www.bottradionetwork.com). Hal, with all his other virtues, follows the counsel of that down-to-earth philosopher, St. Louis native Yogi Berra, when he said: “It ain’t over … till it’s over!”He notes that the...
2021-07-2813 min
FINISHING WELLDr Habecker Radio Interview with Harold HendrickSend us Fan MailJoan and Harold Hendrick have been together in marriage and service for a good long time. “Hendrick Ministries” is based in the St. Louis, MO area and is one of encouragement, connecting many believers with one another to advance the Kingdom of God.In the radio dialogue with Hal, you will hear the “overflow” of his wisdom and experience. And we will hear Hal cite Scriptures from the Word of God that reenforces this mindset. He notes that the word “retirement” is not in the Bible! Older people have so much to offer...
2021-07-2813 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 27: The Difficult Challenges of AgingSend us Fan MailOn this episode, Hal and Randy discuss the story of Naomi found in the book of Ruth. Through tradgedy and dispair, Naomi faces many challenges that life continues to throw at her. How does she respond? Aging brings it's own challenges, but when life takes an odd turn, what do we do and where do we turn? Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping th...
2021-06-2826 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 22: The Best is Yet to BeSend us Fan MailContinuing their discussion of the poem by Robert Browning, Hal and Randy focus on what is meant by "the best is yet to be" in light of entering our twilight years. What does he mean? How and where can we experience the joy of life in this stage as we finish well? All of this and more on today's episode! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more. Poem: Rabbi Ben Ezra (1st stanza)Grow old along with me! The best is yet to be,The last of life, for whi...
2021-05-1825 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 21: Grow Old With Me (It's Not a Curse)Send us Fan MailGrowing older is not a curse, but an invitatinon to live life to the full in a new way. Today on the show, Hal and Randy walk through a poem by Robert Browning as they discuss how we can finish well according to God's call and plan. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more. Poem: Rabbi Ben Ezra (1st stanza)Grow old along with me!The best is yet to be,The last of life, for which the first was made:Our times are in His handW...
2021-05-1822 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 17: Reflections on David: Mixed reviews on David and how he finishedSend us Fan MailDavid's life in Scripture is a long story of both wins and losses. Near the end of his life, there are several lessons we can learn about finishing well. Some are things we want to emulate and some we should avoid. Listen as Hal and Randy discuss the latter years of David's life and what it means for us. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later ye...
2021-04-1225 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 18: What have we learned through COVID 19 in the past year?Send us Fan MailThe year 2020 was difficult for many. Many of us experienced both loss and confusion as our world went through a major pandemic with COVID-19. There are many lessons to be learned from our experiences over that year, both good and bad, that have changed our lives forever. Hal and Randy talk about fear, technology, grief, and peace in this episode. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their la...
2021-04-1223 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 11: Finishing "Woke": Working on Kingdom ExpressionSend us Fan MailBeing "woke' has one meaning in popular culture, but today, Randy and Hal offer another idea for what it means to finish well by finishing "woke:" Working on Kingdom Encouragement. Are you using your aging years to be an encouragement to others or to be a complainer? Email your topic ideas to hal@finishingwellministries.org and maybe we will talk about it on an upcoming episode. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and...
2021-03-0823 minFINISHING WELLEpisode: 12 What makes Finishing Well work in a churchSend us Fan MailFinishing Well Ministries isn't just a podcast, but a ministry that can drop into your church strategy to help your seniors find their ministries and areas of influence! Hal and Randy tell the story of how it has worked in previous churches they have worked with and how your church can benefit from their experiences. Email your topic ideas to hal@finishingwellministries.org and maybe we will talk about it on an upcoming episode. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to...
2021-03-0821 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 13: Mentoring Example: Randy and SethSend us Fan MailHal interviews Randy and our guest this week, Seth Muse. Randy has been mentoring Seth for the last 6 years on a wide range of topics. We sit down with both of them and talk about why the relationship started, how they continued it, and what value each of them got from it. Seth went from being a youth pastor, to a marketing manager, to a communications director, to starting his own business in those 6 years, so there's a lot to unpack in this exciting episode! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.
2021-03-0827 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 14: Conversation about MentoringSend us Fan MailHal and Randy breakdown several models of mentoring based on a few important books about mentoring. Often, those of us in the later years of our lives have both the desire and the experience to be a good mentor, but we just don't know HOW to do it. If you are interested in becoming a mentor for a younger person, this podcast will give you practical tools to take your first step. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and...
2021-03-0827 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 9: Seniors are Essential Workers in God's KingdomSend us Fan MailIn a post-pandemic world, we are familiar with the concept of being an "essential worker." Seniors may struggle to see themselves as essential workers in the Kingdom of God, but today, we'll have a conversation that demonstrates just how essential seniors are in God's essential work in the world! Email your topic ideas to hal@finishingwellministries.org and maybe we will talk about it on an upcoming episode. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to...
2021-02-0426 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 10: Back to the Future: Retirement in a Culture of EntitlementSend us Fan MailCulture says that when we retire, we enter into a time of life where we can do whatever we want and no one can say different! We've earned it! We go into our own little vault if we want to and spend the rest of our days finding new ways to relax. Is this Biblical? Or is it entitlement? Let's find out in this week's episode! Email your topic ideas to hal@finishingwellministries.org and maybe we will talk about it on an upcoming episode. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to hear more.
2021-02-0416 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 3: Six Essentials to Finishing Well - #1 We will GROWSend us Fan MailWhat happens when retired believers allow themselves to be sidelined for ministry? On this episode, Hal and Randy discuss the feeling of being locked away in a Senior Treasure Vault and how to break from the stigma that we're ever "done" with ministry. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to learn more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, and other on...
2020-12-1522 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 1: Introduction to Finishing WellSend us Fan MailWelcome to the first episode of the Finishing Well Ministries Podcast! Today Hal and Randy will walk through the purpose of Finishing Well Ministries and how seasoned believers can continue finding meaningful ways to impact the world for the Kingdom of God. Retirement from work doesn't mean the work is done! Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to learn more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue an...
2020-12-1121 minFINISHING WELLEpisode 2: Locked in the Senior Treasure VaultSend us Fan MailWhat happens when retired believers allow themselves to be sidelined for ministry? On this episode, Hal and Randy discuss the feeling of being locked away in a Senior Treasure Vault and how to break from the stigma that we're ever "done" with ministry. Visit finishingwellministries.org/podcast to learn more.Support the show"Finishing Well Ministries aims to encourage and inspire aging Christians to understand and embrace God’s calling in their later years, equipping them to actively pursue and fulfill His calling. FWM provides materials, events, an...
2020-12-1122 min