SHOW GUESTS: Mark & Cherry Brumbelow Ministry: Samaritan’s Purse Part 1 of the 3-Part Series Operation Christmas Child for Retirees In this special series of the iRetire4Him Podcast, co-hosts Bruce and Jim, and guests Mark and Cherry Brumbelow, want to present you with an excellent idea to add more purpose to your Christmas preparations. They explo…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Doug Hunter Ministry: Pinnacle Forum Even in retirement, our calling from God remains active, providing purpose and direction. What about the days when we feel hopeless? Bruce explains that hope for tomorrow gives us the confidence and energy to face each day, no matter the challenges. He shares personal experiences, highlightin…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Mike Henry Ministry: Follower of One Part 3 of the 3-Part Series Transitions This episode highlights personal experiences, noting the impact adult children's transitions can have on retirees. Bruce stresses the importance of prayer, support, and the complexities of modern family dynamics. Jim recounts his own challenges, includi…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Dr. Jim Harris Ministry: drjimharris.com Part 2 of the 3-Part Series Transitions Let’s keep examining the transitions retirees face and more specifically those related to health changes. Bruce shares a personal story about his wife Judy's recent health concerns and how they’re coping with this unexpected crisis. It highlights th…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Joel Penton Ministry: LifeWise Academy Part 1 of the 3-Part Series Transitions Come discuss with co-hosts Bruce and Jim the transitions retirees face, highlighting the three phases of retirement: active, mentoring, and reflective. Bruce explains that the active phase (ages 65 to late 70s) involves fulfilling bucket lists and to-…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Scott Couchenour Ministry: Serving Strong Part 3 of the 3-Part Series Evaluating Your Retirement In part 2 of this series, hosts Jim and Bruce discussed 9 evaluative questions that all believers 55+ need to be asking themselves on a regular basis. This episode introduces the 9 reflective questions that accompany your evaluation.…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Scott Couchenour Ministry: Serving Strong Part 2 of the 3-Part Series Evaluating Your Retirement Feeling adrift in retirement? Yearning for a purpose beyond the horizon of leisure? This episode of iRetire4Him is your wake-up call! Host Jim Brangenberg joins forces with Bruce Bruinsma, founder of Retirement Reformation, to unveil…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Linda Priaulx Ministry: Aging in Place Strategies and Answers Part 1 of the 3-Part Series Evaluating Your Retirement Learn in this episode the importance of asking questions during retirement. It's not meant to be a time of passivity, but rather a chance to discover your purpose. Host Jim Brangenberg and Retirement Reformation’s…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Donny Vanker Ministry: Life Action Part 3 of the 3-Part Series The RJFFA vs. Loneliness This last episode of the series delves into the significant role seniors can play in combating loneliness, emphasizing the importance of being present, flexible, and offering their resources. It highlights specific actions RJFFA (Retired Jesu…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Ed Villalba Ministry: Life Action Part 2 of the 3-Part Series The RJFFA vs. Loneliness This episode places a special focus on loneliness among pastors and how retirees can offer support. Jim Brangenberg and Bruce Bruinsma discuss the importance of finding meaning and purpose in retirement, particularly through helping others. Th…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Phil Burks Ministry: Genesis World Part 1 of the 3-Part Series The RJFFA vs. Loneliness This iRetire4Him episode looks at the epidemic of loneliness in retirees, pastors, and business leaders. It highlights how the Retired Jesus-Following Folks of America (RJFFA), with their wealth of experience, can come to the rescue and addre…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Sheila Arrington Organization: SheilaArringtonMinistries.com Part 3 of the 3-Part Series Why Old People are Grumpy This episode of the iRetire4Him Podcast wraps up the “grumpy” series by going over a few more reasons retirees might be grumpy. As Bruce always notes, we must be aware of these issues to prepare for and combat them.…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Brad Watt Organization: Petra Capital Properties Part 2 of the 3-Part Series Why Old People are Grumpy The last episode explored how declining health might make seniors grumpy, especially since it’s a life change that nobody signs up for. This second episode in our “grumpy series” highlights how simple things like less sleep and…

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Jennifer Mann Ministry: Caregiving, chaplaincy Part 1 of the 3-Part Series Why Old People are Grumpy In episode 109 of the iRetire4Him Podcast, Jim and Bruce explore the seemingly simple question - “why are old people grumpy?” As you’ll hear in the show, grumpiness in retirees can be attributed to all sorts of things, including …

MID-SEGMENT GUESTS: Steve Harling; JJ Harling Ministry: Compel Global Part 3 in the 3-Part Event Offerings & Trips Series Retirement doesn't diminish one's calling – it enhances it! The episode features Bruce Bruinsma, founder of Retirement Reformation, discussing events like the Retirement Voices afternoon and evening events, aiming to guide retir…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Hal Habecker Ministry: Finishing Well Part 2 in the 3-Part Event Offerings & Trips Series In the latest iRetire4Him episode, hosts Jim Brangenberg and Bruce Bruinsma delve into the purpose-filled world of retirement through the Oxygen for Life weekend events by Retirement Reformation. Rejecting the stereotype that retirement sign…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Cindy King Ministry: Keystone Family Alliance Part 1 in the 3-Part Event Offerings & Trips Series Learn more about Retirement Reformation’s Recreating Retirement Small Group Study, a unique curriculum designed to help retirees discover purpose and meaning at different stages of retirement. Bruce emphasizes its flexibility for sma…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Robyn Chambers Ministry: Focus on the Family Part 3 in the 3-Part Wraparound Grandparenting Series It’s time to recognize the dilemma of foster care in America and realize the support that retirees can offer! According to Retirement Reformation founder Bruce Bruinsma, that’s the first step – awareness. Well, then it’s time to tak…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Shayne Barker Ministry: Every Child Arkansas Part 2 in the 3-Part Wraparound Grandparenting Series The iRetire4Him Podcast continues in its discussion of wraparound grandparenting, giving listeners more details, examples, and reasons to participate. Host Jim Brangenberg and Retirement Reformation founder Bruce Bruinsma delve into…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Brad Rhoads Ministry: Grace Marriage Part 1 in the 3-Part Wraparound Grandparenting Series Explore the revolutionary concept of wraparound grandparenting in this episode of iRetire4Him. Jim and Bruce delve into the crisis in the U.S. foster care system, introducing a solution that involves a support network of seniors for foster …

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Jon Hirst Ministry: Generous Mind Part 3 in the 3-Part Retirement Reformation Manifesto Series As we wrap up this series on the Retirement Reformation Manifesto, this episode reviews the final four principles and teaches us how we can put them together to represent the power of Jesus in our lives. Intentionality and focus challen…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Wes Wick Ministry: YES! (Young Enough to Serve) Part 2 in the 3-Part Retirement Reformation Manifesto Series You don’t need to feel “bamboozled” when it comes to retirement. Bruce and Jim walk through the next four principles in the Retirement Reformation Manifesto (the first two principles were covered in the last episode). Cont…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Brian Kluth Ministry: Retirement Rewired Part 1 in the 3-Part Retirement Reformation Manifesto Series Retirement Reformation’s founder, Bruce Bruinsma, shares a very important part of retirement for him – the Retirement Reformation Manifesto. What’s that? It’s 10 core principles that will encourage, embolden, and guide you as you…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Bob Tiede Ministry: Leading with Questions Part 3 of the 3-Part Conversations We Have to Have Series As we grow older, we’re gonna need help! We all reach an age where we stop being able to do everything on our own. In your case, that might be now, soon, or further down the road. Either way, it’s an important conversation to have…

MID-SEGMENT GUEST: Doug Hunter Ministry: Pinnacle Forum #2 of 3-Part Series: In general, Americans have bought into the lie that retirement should be 30+ years of pure leisure. But that’s not a sustainable way of life! Retirement Reformation founder Bruce Bruinsma reflects on the example that God gives of 6 days of purpose and 1 day of rest. As ret…