FEATURING: Rhonda Stoppe 

ORGANIZATION: No Regrets Woman 

 

Rhonda Stoppe joins Jim & Martha Brangenberg on iRetire4Him to talk honestly about marriage, mentoring, and purpose in the retirement years. Drawing from her own story, Rhonda explains why “old ladies know stuff” isn’t about having it all together but about sharing wisdom shaped by both faithfulness and failure. 

She addresses the rise of “gray divorce,” the lie that happiness comes after leaving a long-term marriage, and why retirement requires couples to intentionally create new rhythms. Rhonda shares practical insights on staying connected in marriage, setting healthy boundaries in mentoring relationships, and avoiding the trap of becoming roommates in this season of life. 

Rhonda also gives a glimpse into life after her husband Steve’s retirement, from ranch life and caring for family to cheering each other on as callings shift but don’t disappear. She encourages retirees to step into mentoring roles, build new and deep community, and stay spiritually engaged rather than checking out. 

The conversation highlights Rhonda’s podcast, Old Ladies Know Stuff, along with several of her books, including The Marriage Mentor (co-written with her husband Steve), Moms Raising Sons to Be Men, A Christian Woman’s Guide to Great Sex and Marriage, and her upcoming release Moms of the Bible. Check them out! 

Other episode mentions: 
Past interview with Rhonda and her husband Steve from iWork4Him: “Marriage Mentoring Saves Marriages” 
iRetire4Him Podcast episode featuring Cynthia Ruchti, discussing her book Spouse in the House 
Rhonda is speaking at the Legacy Grandparenting Summit in Dallas, March 19–21, and invites you to come, too.  

FEATURING: Rhonda Stoppe&nbsp;
ORGANIZATION:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rhondastoppe.com/">No Regrets Woman</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Rhonda Stoppe&nbsp;joins Jim &amp; Martha Brangenberg on&nbsp;iRetire4Him&nbsp;to talk honestly about marriage, mentoring, and purpose in the retirement years. Drawing from her own story, Rhonda explains why &ldquo;old ladies know stuff&rdquo;&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;about having it all together&nbsp;but&nbsp;about sharing wisdom shaped by both faithfulness and failure.&nbsp;
She addresses the rise of &ldquo;gray divorce,&rdquo; the lie that happiness comes after leaving a long-term marriage, and why retirement requires couples to intentionally create new rhythms. Rhonda shares practical insights on staying connected in marriage, setting healthy boundaries in mentoring relationships, and avoiding the trap of becoming roommates in this season of life.&nbsp;
Rhonda also gives a glimpse into life after her husband Steve&rsquo;s retirement,&nbsp;from ranch life and caring for family to cheering each other on as&nbsp;callings&nbsp;shift but&nbsp;don&rsquo;t&nbsp;disappear. She encourages retirees to step into mentoring roles, build new&nbsp;and deep&nbsp;community, and stay spiritually engaged rather than checking out.&nbsp;
The conversation highlights Rhonda&rsquo;s podcast,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rhondastoppe.com/old-ladies-know-stuff-podcast/">Old Ladies Know Stuff</a>, along with several of her books, including&nbsp;The Marriage Mentor&nbsp;(co-written with her husband Steve),&nbsp;Moms Raising Sons to Be Men,&nbsp;A Christian Woman&rsquo;s Guide to Great Sex and Marriage, and her upcoming release&nbsp;Moms of the Bible.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rhondastoppe.com/books/">Check them out!</a>&nbsp;
Other&nbsp;episode mentions:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Past interview with Rhonda and her husband Steve from&nbsp;iWork4Him:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/podcast/2019/2/marriage-mentoring-saves-marriages?rq=stoppe">&ldquo;Marriage Mentoring Saves Marriages&rdquo;</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/iretire4him-podcast/2022/04/iretire4him-show-59-1-of-4-part-series-a-fruitful-retirement-book?rq=ruchti">iRetire4Him Podcast episode&nbsp;featuring Cynthia Ruchti</a>, discussing her book&nbsp;Spouse in the House&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Rhonda&nbsp;is&nbsp;speaking&nbsp;at the&nbsp;<a href="https://legacycoalition.com/summit/">Legacy&nbsp;Grandparenting&nbsp;Summit</a>&nbsp;in Dallas, March 19&ndash;21, and invites you to&nbsp;come, too.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Unlock God’s purpose for your retirement with the iRetire4Him Podcast! Hosts Jim & Martha Brangenberg deliver practical, biblical advice so that you can prepare for and live out a retirement full of purpose and satisfaction. Remember, if you’ve got a pulse, you’ve got a purpose. Decide today to say, “iRetire4Him!”

Unlock God&rsquo;s purpose for your retirement with the iRetire4Him Podcast! Hosts Jim &amp; Martha Brangenberg deliver practical, biblical advice so that you can prepare for and live out a retirement full of purpose and satisfaction. Remember, if you&rsquo;ve got a pulse, you&rsquo;ve got a purpose. Decide today to say, &ldquo;iRetire4Him!&rdquo;

iRetire4Him

159: Old People Know Stuff 

FEATURING: Victor Dawson 

ORGANIZATION: Summit Group International  

 

What would change if you saw every day as an opportunity to live on mission? 

In this episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg sit down with Victor Dawson, author of As You Go, to reframe how believers view retirement through the lens of the Great Commission. Victor challenges the cultural idea of “being done” and invites listeners into a purposeful, faith-filled way of living that continues well beyond a paycheck. 

What You’ll Hear in This Episode 
Why Jesus’ words in Matthew 28:19 are better understood as “as you go,” not “go somewhere” 
How retirement creates new freedom to live out faith in daily, ordinary moments 
Victor’s lifelong purpose statement and how it guides his daily decisions 
The role prayer plays in noticing divine opportunities 
Why sharing your faith doesn’t carry the pressure to “save” anyone 
How mentoring and discipleship often become mutual, life-giving relationships 
A powerful mentoring story that shows how God’s Word truly does not return void 
Simple ways to spark meaningful faith conversations anywhere life takes you 

Victor Dawson brings the “as you go” message to life through a long-term mentoring relationship with Brett, a younger man navigating faith, career pressure, and personal crisis. What began as intentional discipleship over coffee became a relationship marked by deep trust, spiritual growth, and mutual encouragement. 

Throughout their time together, Victor consistently reminded Brett of three foundational truths:  
God loves you more than you can imagine 
God has a plan and purpose for your life 
Trusting God means He will take care of you  

Years later, during Victor’s own difficult moment, Brett was prompted by God to reach out and repeat those same words back to him – powerfully illustrating how discipleship often flows both ways and how faithfulness bears fruit over time. 

“As you go” doesn’t require a platform or program, but prayerful attentiveness and a willingness to engage. Sometimes it starts with a simple, courageous question: “Are you the reason I’m here today?” In ordinary moments God opens doors for conversations that can impact eternity. 

Resources Mentioned 
As You Go by Victor Dawson – a practical guide to sparking conversations that impact eternity 
Christian Business Men’s Connection (CBMC) – a global ministry focused on evangelism and discipleship 
iRetire4Him: Unlock God’s Purpose for Your Retirement – your field guide for living your retirement years with more significance than you ever imagined 

FEATURING: Victor Dawson&nbsp;
ORGANIZATION:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.summitgroupintl.com/">Summit Group International</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
What would change if you saw every day as an opportunity to live on&nbsp;mission?&nbsp;
In this episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg sit down with Victor Dawson, author of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/As-You-Go-Conversation-Eternity/dp/1733125310">As You Go</a>, to reframe how believers view retirement through the lens of the Great Commission. Victor challenges the cultural idea of &ldquo;being done&rdquo; and invites listeners into a purposeful, faith-filled way of living that continues well beyond a paycheck.&nbsp;
What&nbsp;You&rsquo;ll&nbsp;Hear in This Episode&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Why Jesus&rsquo; words in&nbsp;Matthew 28:19&nbsp;are better understood as &ldquo;as you go,&rdquo; not &ldquo;go somewhere&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">How retirement creates new freedom to live out faith in daily, ordinary moments&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Victor&rsquo;s lifelong purpose statement and how it guides his daily decisions&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">The role prayer plays in noticing divine opportunities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Why sharing your faith&nbsp;doesn&rsquo;t&nbsp;carry the pressure to &ldquo;save&rdquo; anyone&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1">How mentoring and discipleship often become mutual, life-giving relationships&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1">A powerful mentoring story that shows how God&rsquo;s Word truly does not return void&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1">Simple ways to spark meaningful faith conversations anywhere life takes you&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Victor Dawson brings the &ldquo;as you go&rdquo; message to life through a long-term mentoring relationship with Brett, a younger man navigating faith, career pressure, and personal crisis. What began as intentional discipleship over coffee became a relationship marked by deep trust, spiritual growth, and mutual encouragement.&nbsp;
Throughout their time together, Victor consistently reminded Brett of three foundational truths:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ol>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="%1." data-font="Calibri" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">God loves you more than you can imagine&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="%1." data-font="Calibri" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">God has a plan and purpose for your life&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="%1." data-font="Calibri" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Trusting God means He will take care of you&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
Years later, during Victor&rsquo;s own difficult moment, Brett was prompted by God to reach out and repeat those same words back to him&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;powerfully illustrating how discipleship often flows both ways and how faithfulness bears fruit over time.&nbsp;
&ldquo;As you go&rdquo;&nbsp;doesn&rsquo;t&nbsp;require a platform or program, but prayerful attentiveness and a willingness to engage. Sometimes it starts with a simple, courageous question:&nbsp;&ldquo;Are you the reason I&rsquo;m here today?&rdquo;&nbsp;In ordinary moments&nbsp;God opens doors for conversations that can&nbsp;impact&nbsp;eternity.&nbsp;
Resources Mentioned&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/As-You-Go-Conversation-Eternity/dp/1733125310">As You Go</a>&nbsp;by Victor Dawson &ndash; a practical guide to sparking conversations that&nbsp;impact&nbsp;eternity&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://cbmc.com/">Christian&nbsp;Business Men&rsquo;s&nbsp;Connection (CBMC)</a>&nbsp;&ndash; a global ministry focused on evangelism and discipleship&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/iretire4him-book">iRetire4Him: Unlock God&rsquo;s Purpose for Your Retirement</a>&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;your field guide for living your retirement years with more significance than you ever imagined&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

158: As You Go – A Way of Life 

FEATURING: Dr. Bill Wagner 

ORGANIZATION: Institute for Global Strategic Studies at Olivet University 

 

At nearly 90 years old, Dr. Bill Wagner isn’t slowing down – and he’s not apologizing for it. 

In this episode of iRetire4Him, Jim Brangenberg talks with Bill Wagner – pastor, international missiologist, and founder of the Global Strategy Forum. They discuss why the modern idea of retirement may be one of the Church’s biggest lies. 

Bill shares how, as a young man in his early 20s, he began asking a question most believers never consider: “What will God do with me when I’m old?” That question shaped a lifetime of preparation and now fuels Bill’s ministry. 

You’ll hear Bill: 
Share how dyslexia, engineering, seminary, and missions uniquely prepared him for impact later in life 
Describe the senior-led, old-fashioned revivals he’s launched, putting retirees back in leadership, evangelism, and service 
Unpack what he learned studying movements that think strategically at a societal (macro) level – and why the Church often doesn’t 
Reveal the four-part framework he personally uses to evaluate his life every two months, modeled after Jesus’ growth in Luke 2 

Bill also challenges us with a hard truth: older believers are one of the fastest-lost groups in the Church – not because they lack faith, but because no one expects anything of them anymore. 

This conversation isn’t about staying busy. 
It’s about staying faithful. 
And believing that God may do His most strategic work through you after retirement, not before. 

Resources Mentioned: 
iRetire4Him book: a field guide for Christian retirees who want to live their “4th quarter” with purpose 
SaferNet: a VPN, antivirus, and web filters/controls to keep your family and business safe 

FEATURING:&nbsp;Dr. Bill Wagner&nbsp;
ORGANIZATION:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.olivetuniversity.edu/igss/index.html">Institute for Global Strategic Studies at Olivet University</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
At&nbsp;nearly 90&nbsp;years old, Dr. Bill Wagner&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;slowing down&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;and&nbsp;he&rsquo;s&nbsp;not apologizing for it.&nbsp;
In this episode of&nbsp;iRetire4Him, Jim&nbsp;Brangenberg&nbsp;talks with Bill Wagner&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;pastor, international missiologist, and founder of the Global Strategy Forum.&nbsp;They&nbsp;discuss&nbsp;why the modern idea of retirement may be one of the Church&rsquo;s biggest lies.&nbsp;
Bill shares how, as a young man in his early 20s, he began asking a question most believers never consider:&nbsp;&ldquo;What will God do with me when I&rsquo;m old?&rdquo;&nbsp;That question shaped a lifetime of preparation&nbsp;and now fuels&nbsp;Bill&rsquo;s&nbsp;ministry.&nbsp;
You&rsquo;ll&nbsp;hear Bill:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Share how dyslexia, engineering, seminary, and missions uniquely prepared him for impact later in life&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Describe the&nbsp;senior-led, old-fashioned revivals&nbsp;he&rsquo;s&nbsp;launched,&nbsp;putting retirees back in leadership, evangelism, and service&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Unpack what he learned studying movements that think strategically at a&nbsp;societal (macro) level&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;and why the Church often&nbsp;doesn&rsquo;t&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Reveal the four-part framework he personally uses to evaluate his life every two months,&nbsp;modeled after Jesus&rsquo; growth in Luke 2&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Bill also challenges&nbsp;us with&nbsp;a hard truth: older believers are one of the fastest-lost groups in the Church&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;not because they lack faith, but because no one expects anything&nbsp;of&nbsp;them anymore.&nbsp;
This conversation&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;about staying busy.&nbsp; It&rsquo;s about staying faithful.&nbsp; And believing that God may do His most strategic work through you&nbsp;after&nbsp;retirement,&nbsp;not before.&nbsp;
Resources Mentioned:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="57" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/bookstore">iRetire4Him&nbsp;book</a>: a field guide for Christian retirees who want to live their &ldquo;4th quarter&rdquo; with purpose&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="57" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.safernet.com/">SaferNet</a>: a VPN, antivirus, and web filters/controls to keep&nbsp;your&nbsp;family and business safe&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

157: If Moses Started at 80, Why Are We Stopping at 65? 

FEATURING: Jim & Martha Brangenberg 

ORGANIZATION: iWork4Him Ministries 

What if this next season of life – whatever your age or stage – was shaped by something as simple as opening your door? 

In this light-hearted and practical New Year’s special, Jim and Martha Brangenberg share why welcoming people into your home can be one of the most meaningful ways to build relationships, encourage real conversation, and live with purpose. Whether you’re still working, newly retired, or somewhere in between, this episode offers encouragement and easy ideas for turning ordinary gatherings into moments that matter. 

You’ll hear: 
Why home gatherings create space for deeper, more authentic conversations 
Simple ways to host without pressure, perfection, or overplanning 
How shared meals and relaxed conversation often open doors for lasting relationships and ministry opportunities 
Why taking the initiative now can shape connections throughout the year ahead 

This episode isn’t about hosting flawlessly. It’s about being present, intentional, and open. A simple invitation may be exactly what God uses to encourage someone this year. Listen in, then ask yourself: Who could I invite into my space in the months ahead? 

 

Additional Resources Mentioned in This Episode 
2026 iWork4Him Events 
Learn more about upcoming in-person gatherings and where Jim and Martha will be in 2026: iWork4Him.com/events (Maryland, North Carolina, Orlando, & Cincinnati) 
Support the Mission (PWI Swipe Program) 
Help more workplace believers and retirees live with daily purpose by partnering with iWork4Him using PWI Swipe. Find all details and start swiping today! 

Book Offer + Signature Punch Recipe 
During the month of January, listeners can receive one of the iWork4Him books for the cost of shipping only – a great way to start the year or share with friends. If you’re inspired to host, you can also request Martha’s favorite mocha punch recipe (and a few other simple party-friendly ideas). For both the book offer and the recipe, email martha@iwork4him.com or call the “listener line” at 866-713-9675. 

FEATURING: Jim &amp; Martha Brangenberg&nbsp;
ORGANIZATION:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/donate">iWork4Him Ministries</a>&nbsp;
What if this next season of life &ndash; whatever your age or stage &ndash; was shaped by something as simple as opening your door?&nbsp;
In this light-hearted and practical New Year&rsquo;s special, Jim and Martha Brangenberg share why welcoming people into your home can be one of the most meaningful ways to build relationships, encourage real conversation, and live with purpose. Whether&nbsp;you&rsquo;re&nbsp;still working, newly retired, or somewhere in between, this episode offers encouragement and easy ideas for turning ordinary gatherings into moments that matter.&nbsp;
You&rsquo;ll&nbsp;hear:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Why home gatherings create space for deeper, more authentic conversations&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Simple ways to host without pressure, perfection, or overplanning&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">How&nbsp;shared meals and relaxed conversation often open doors for lasting relationships&nbsp;and ministry opportunities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Why taking the initiative&nbsp;now&nbsp;can shape connections throughout the year ahead&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
This episode&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;about hosting flawlessly.&nbsp;It&rsquo;s&nbsp;about being present, intentional, and&nbsp;open. A simple invitation may be exactly what God uses to encourage someone this year.&nbsp;Listen in, then ask yourself:&nbsp;Who could I invite into my space in the months ahead?&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Additional Resources Mentioned in This Episode&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">2026 iWork4Him Events&nbsp; Learn more about upcoming in-person gatherings and where Jim and Martha will be in 2026:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/events">iWork4Him.com/events</a>&nbsp;(Maryland, North Carolina, Orlando, &amp; Cincinnati)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Support the Mission (PWI&nbsp;Swipe Program)&nbsp; Help more workplace believers and retirees live with daily&nbsp;purpose&nbsp;by partnering with iWork4Him using PWI Swipe.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/donate">Find all details and start swiping today!</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Book Offer + Signature Punch Recipe&nbsp; During&nbsp;the month of January, listeners can receive one of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.iwork4him.com/bookstore">the iWork4Him&nbsp;books</a>&nbsp;for the cost of shipping only&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;a&nbsp;great way&nbsp;to start the year or share with friends. If&nbsp;you&rsquo;re&nbsp;inspired to host, you can also request Martha&rsquo;s favorite mocha punch recipe (and a few other simple party-friendly ideas). For both the book offer and the recipe, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:martha@iwork4him.com">martha@iwork4him.com</a>&nbsp;or call the &ldquo;listener line&rdquo; at&nbsp;866-713-9675.&nbsp;

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