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Share HealthCare With Mike Sharman - Discussing Medical Freedom, Religious Freedom and Financial Freedom Through Health Care Sharing

Share HealthCare With Mike Sharman - Discussing Medical Freedom, Religious Freedom and Financial Freedom Through Health Care Sharing

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Health Insurance "Gut Punch"? There Is a Better Way

The recent news of a 110% increase in health care premiums for Virginia Beach school employees is a stark reminder of the lack of control many people have over their health care costs. This "gut punch" isn't an isolated incident; it's part of a nationwide trend of double-digit premium increases. For Christians, this situation presents an opportunity for a biblical paradigm shift — moving away from a reliance on traditional health insurance and toward a system rooted in faith, trust, and mutual sharing. This model of health care is based on the biblical principle of Christians sharing with one another, as encouraged in Hebrews 13:16. Unlike traditional health insurance, which can fund things contrary to Christian values, a health care sharing ministry like Share HealthCare allows members to directly help fellow believers with their medically necessary expenses. This approach offers both financial and spiritual benefits: -- Increased Freedom and Control: When you choose a health care sharing ministry, you regain control over your health care choices and costs. Instead of being locked into a high-premium employer plan, you are free to choose an option that aligns with your faith and budget. -- Financial Stewardship: Many Christian health care sharing ministries offer significant savings compared to traditional insurance. For example, a family of four can contribute just $349 per month to Share HealthCare, an amount that is often less than the premium increase that some people are facing. -- A Biblical Foundation: The ministry operates on the principle of Christians helping one another, which is a core tenet of the Christian faith. This model ensures that your contributions are supporting other believers and their health needs, rather than funding practices that may be ungodly. -- Health and Wellness: By encouraging members to live healthy, godly lives, these ministries promote a biblical view of the body as a temple. Share HealthCare, for instance, requires members to be non-smokers and to practice moderation in other aspects of their lives, which leads to better overall health and lower costs for the entire community. Scriptures for Further Study -- Psalm 1:1-6 -- Hebrews 13:16 +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Aug 15, 202523 min

Here's What's Really Making Your Poorer

The cost of health insurance has become a major financial burden for many families, with premiums in some cases exceeding monthly mortgage payments. This discussion explores the root causes of this crisis and offers a practical, faith-based solution. Mike Sharman, legal counsel for Share HealthCare, breaks down how: -- The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has created a high-price, low-competition environment by mandating coverage and stifling market competition. -- A recent Washington Post article highlights that health insurance premiums have quadrupled since 1999 and are projected to increase by a median of 18% in 2026, which is three times higher than the previous year. -- Unlike for-profit insurance companies that are legally bound to prioritize shareholders, Share HealthCare is a 501(c)3 nonprofit Christian ministry focused on affordability and a member-centric model. -- Share HealthCare’s monthly share amount for a family of four is significantly less than the national average for employer-provided insurance. -- The ministry's lower costs are attributed to its Christian principles, which encourage a healthy lifestyle and a community of prayer. -- Individuals can take action by either joining a healthcare sharing ministry or asking their employer to provide a stipend in place of traditional insurance. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Aug 8, 202519 min

Good News: A Reaffirmation of Religious Liberty and Christian Values by Mike Sharman

In this interview, Doug Apple and guest Mike Sharman discuss a series of positive developments for Christians in America. They highlight new executive orders and agency memos from the Trump administration that are restoring religious liberty protections in the federal workplace. The conversation also explores the findings of a Focus on the Family survey, which reveals that Christians, particularly those with strong convictions, report the highest rates of marital happiness. Finally, they touch on the surprising growth of Christian music and its role in reaching younger generations with a message of hope. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Aug 4, 202530 min

Healthcare In the News: Venus Williams and Surprise Facility Fees by Mike Sharman

In a candid discussion, Doug Apple and Mike Sharman discuss the complexities and often brutal realities of healthcare costs in the United States. The conversation is sparked by the surprising revelation that tennis superstar Venus Williams, despite her immense wealth, returned to professional tennis partly to secure health insurance. This anecdote serves as a springboard for a deeper exploration of: The Problem with COBRA: Understanding why continuing employer-provided insurance after leaving a job can lead to thousands of dollars in monthly premiums, even for the wealthy. Insurance Contract vs. Covenant: A key distinction is drawn between the contractual nature of traditional health insurance and the covenantal, faith-based approach of health sharing ministries like Share Healthcare, where members are committed to bearing one another's financial burdens. The Hidden World of Facility Fees: A detailed explanation of "facility fees" and other opaque charges that hospitals and clinics add to bills, significantly inflating costs for patients. Navigating Surprise Charges: Practical insights into identifying and questioning questionable expenses on medical bills, such as charges for surgical kits, medication delivery, or unnecessary specialist consultations. The Disparity in Medical Pricing: An exposé on how hospitals intentionally inflate retail prices for services, with only self-pay patients typically being charged the full, exorbitant amount, while insurers negotiate much lower rates. The Affordability of Health Sharing: How health sharing ministries can offer significantly lower monthly costs compared to traditional insurance due to repricing bills, members' willingness to self-pay smaller expenses, and the absence of costly regulatory burdens and unbiblical coverages. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jul 24, 202522 min

What Actually Makes America Great? by Mike Sharman

In this insightful interview, host Doug Apple welcomes Mike Sharman to explore external perspectives on the United States, comparing historical observations with contemporary analysis. The conversation begins by recalling Alexis de Tocqueville, the 19th-century Frenchman whose "Democracy in America" remarkably captured the essence of the nascent nation. De Tocqueville famously observed that America's greatness was tied to its goodness, noting its immersion in a biblical worldview and the self-reliant, armed citizenry that contributed to its early success. Sharman then introduces the contemporary insights of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, an English Orthodox rabbi and member of the House of Lords, whose 2017 speech offered a similarly potent assessment of America. While de Tocqueville saw America's inherent goodness, Rabbi Sacks pointed to concerning trends that, even in 2017, were emerging: "the politics of anger," "competitive victimhood," "identity politics based on smaller and smaller identities," the "politics of grievance," the "silencing of free speech in our universities," and "public discourse polluted by fake news and the manipulation of social media." These observations, Sharman notes, have only intensified in recent years. Despite these challenges, Rabbi Sacks, drawing from the "Hebrew Bible" (Old Testament), highlights what he calls America's "Judeo-Christian heritage" as the root of its democratic capitalism. The discussion takes a fascinating turn as Sharman elaborates on Sacks's analogy between the political history of biblical Israel and the United States. Sacks distinguishes between a "contract" and a "covenant." He points to biblical Israel's request for a king as a "social contract" – a willingness to surrender certain rights and freedoms (like property taxes and various other levies described) to a central power for the sake of internal rule of law and external defense, much like modern governmental structures. Crucially, Rabbi Sacks argues that Israel's first founding document was not a contract but a covenant made with God at Mount Sinai. Unlike a contract, which is an exchange of interests, a covenant is "a bond of loyalty and trust to do together what neither could have done alone," focused on "us" and "identity" rather than individual interests. This, he states, is epitomized by the American ideal of "we the people." Sharman emphasizes Sacks's brilliant observation that the United States possesses this same dual founding: its social covenant in the Declaration of Independence (1776), which speaks of unalienable rights endowed by a Creator and the purpose of government to protect them, and its social contract in the Constitution (1787), which outlines how that government will operate. The interview concludes by underscoring the critical importance of remembering the Declaration of Independence as America's foundational covenant, a document that still legally and spiritually binds the nation. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jul 18, 202526 min

Pastors in the Pulpit Unbound: Saying Good Riddance to the Johnson Amendment by Mike Sharman

"We want churches to be able to say, 'We are the most dominant entity in America. We ought to be able to have a voice about what goes on in the culture of America.'" --Mike Sharman Join host Doug Apple and legal expert Mike Sharman as they dive into the complexities of the Johnson Amendment, a seemingly obscure 1954 addition to the IRS tax code that has profoundly impacted churches and pastors. Sharman traces the amendment's origins back to Senator Lyndon Johnson's personal vendetta against politically active nonprofits, explaining how a single, vaguely worded phrase was inserted into the 501(c)(3) law, effectively limiting the political speech of all tax-exempt organizations. Despite its broad application, the Johnson Amendment has historically been weaponized against churches and pastors, often by atheist and anti-Christian groups, to silence their voices on electoral politics. Sharman highlights the crucial development of a recent joint motion for consent judgment in a federal court case involving the National Religious Broadcasters and the IRS. This landmark agreement clarifies that churches and pastors can, in connection with religious services and through customary channels, speak on matters of faith concerning electoral politics "viewed through the lens of religious faith," including endorsing or opposing candidates. Sharman says that this ruling marks a significant victory for religious freedom, effectively dismantling what he calls a fiction, a hallucination that has cowed the church since 1954. He emphasizes that the Johnson Amendment had no constitutional basis and that the recent legal development will restore the church's ability to engage in the marketplace of ideas, advocating for moral and biblical worldviews. He connects this to the foundational principles of American liberty, referencing the Virginia Declaration of Rights, the Declaration of Independence, and the First Amendment, asserting that these historical documents underscore the inherent right to religious and free speech that the Johnson Amendment sought to suppress. The conversation concludes with a brief mention of Share Healthcare, a Christian healthcare sharing ministry, presented as another way Christians can exercise their freedoms and live out their faith principles. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jul 11, 202527 min

The Health Dangers of Marijuana by Mike Sharman

A recent headline in the Washington Examiner reads, “Marijuana use doubles risk of heart disease…” A new study (published in the Heart journal) found alarming risks associated with marijuana use, including more than doubling the rate of heart disease, in addition to raising the risk of strokes, lung cancer, and heart attacks. The study used medical data from around 200 million people. In a Carnegie Mellon University report last year they said that, for the first time ever, daily marijuana users outnumber daily alcohol drinkers. Many people think marijuana use is “safe” and “natural.” Meanwhile here in Florida, powerful forces continue to try to legalize recreational marijuana. There is so much money to be made by getting more people buying marijuana that these people just won’t give up trying to make it legal. I’m sure many of our Florida listeners have been hit up in parking lots and parks by these signature collectors with their spiel about how great marijuana is. Meanwhile, the more we study it the more we realize what should seem obvious on the surface, that pumping a psychoactive drug into your population is a problem, so we dive into this subject today with Mike Sharman. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jun 23, 202521 min

Rioting and Its Causes by Mike Sharman

What appears to be a spontaneous public outburst is often far more complex and organized than it seems. In this detailed analysis, Mike Sharman peels back the layers of recent riots and protests, arguing that they are frequently not grassroots movements but carefully coordinated events. He presents evidence of paid protesters—from "Rent-a-Crowd" ads during the Charlottesville events to modern Craigslist postings—who serve as an incendiary core for larger demonstrations. The episode looks into a specific case study of an ICE raid in California that was leveraged by activist groups and political leaders into nationwide outrage. Sharman then uncovers a primary economic driver: the immense pressure from foreign governments in Mexico, Nicaragua, and El Salvador, whose economies heavily rely on billions in remittances sent from immigrants in the U.S. This financial dependence creates a powerful motive to resist any form of immigration enforcement. Contrasting the violent reality of the riots with the rhetoric of local officials, Sharman concludes with a firm constitutional defense of federal authority, using historical precedent like the Whiskey Rebellion to affirm the president's duty to uphold the supreme law of the land when states fail to maintain order. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jun 12, 202528 min

How Certain Are You of Your Faith? by Mike Sharman

A new study is out showing what various clergy members believe, and how certain they are of their faith. You might be surprised at some of the findings! Then we need to ask these questions of ourselves. Then how are we applying what we say we believe? +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jun 6, 202534 min

Customer Satisfaction With Traditional Health Insurance Is on the Decline by Mike Sharman

And that's saying something since the satisfaction level was already low. As a contrast we present Share HealthCare. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

May 28, 202517 min

The Value of Chaplains in Healthcare by Mike Sharman

Chaplains have long provided spiritual care to patients in hospitals, and even in our current culture, many are recognizing the value and importance of the spiritual and family care that chaplains provide. Meanwhile, Share HealthCare has our own form of chaplains in our member advocates. Find out more in this episode. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

May 22, 202517 min

Share Healthcare Could Help You Be a Stay-At-Home Mom by Mike Sharman

With Mother's Day coming up, we look at the value of mothers, and especially the value of moms staying home in order to spend more time with their children. While some moms simply must work, many moms who want to stay home might find that dream a possibility through the money saved by joining Share HealthCare. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

May 8, 202526 min

A Look Behind the Dire Medicaid Headlines by Mike Sharman

We are seeing some dire headlines about what will happen if Congress cuts Medicaid. The Washington Post, “Republican Medicaid cuts could mean Armageddon in D.C.” Wisconsin Public Radio: “Federal cuts to Medicaid could cost Wisconsin billions in health care spending.” The Center for American Progress: ”Medicaid cuts would threaten rural hospitals.” MSNBC: “If Congress cuts Medicaid, everybody’s access to healthcare will suffer.” Abilene Reporter-News: “Medicaid cuts would endanger health care in Texas.” Meanwhile, Fox News is reporting: “Trump says public entitlements like Social Security, Medicaid won’t be touched in GOP budget bill.” Mike Sharman unpacks what is really going on with Medicaid, some history behind the program, and the main message for Christians in today's economy. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

May 1, 202520 min

Discussing the Presidential Message on Holy Week 2025 by Mike Sharman

President Trump's message for Holy Week 2025 is quite a powerful statement, so we take time to dive into it today. Here are some direct quotes from his message: "This Holy Week, Melania and I join in prayer with Christians celebrating the crucifixion and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ—the living Son of God who conquered death, freed us from sin, and unlocked the gates of Heaven for all of humanity." "This Holy Week, my Administration renews its promise to defend the Christian faith in our schools, military, workplaces, hospitals, and halls of government. We will never waver in safeguarding the right to religious liberty, upholding the dignity of life, and protecting God in our public square." "This week, we pray for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon our beloved Nation. We pray that America will remain a beacon of faith, hope, and freedom for the entire world, and we pray to achieve a future that reflects the truth, beauty, and goodness of Christ’s eternal kingdom in Heaven." +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Apr 17, 202525 min

Words of Wisdom for This Year's Graduates by Mike Sharman

Graduates are coming out of high school and college...and then what? Here are some words of wisdom and experience to help guide this year's graduates to a long and fulfilling life. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Apr 10, 202522 min

Look Out For Your Own Interests AND the Interests of Others by Mike Sharman

Philippians 2:4 says, "Let each of you look out, not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others." Then First Thessalonians 5:15 says, "...always pursue what is good, both for yourselves and for all." How can we look out for others as well as ourselves? Share HealthCare is a way to do this when it comes to medical expenses. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Apr 3, 202524 min

Eliminating Fraud and Waste - In Government and In Our Homes by Mike Sharman

A man was charged way too much for a colonoscopy. How can we avoid fraud like that? DOGE is finding billions of wasted dollars in the federal government. How can we avoid waste like that? Share HealthCare can help you do both. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Mar 28, 202529 min

Our Trinitarian Form of Government by Mike Sharman

In Isaiah 33:22 we read that the Lord is our judge, lawgiver, and king. That is the foundation of the three branches of the U.S. government today, the judicial, the legislative, and the executive branches. Our government wasn't built around 1780's ideas. Instead it was built around timeless ideas regarding human nature, with checks and balances built in to limit human nature from running us off the rails and destroying the nation. Did you know that our U.S. government is now the oldest government of any country on earth? There are older countries, but they have gone through verious forms of government, making ours the oldest in the world. You can order your own copy of the U.S. Constitution here: https://shop.capitolhistory.org/products/pocket-constitution +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Mar 20, 202538 min

What's Happening With Medicaid? by Mike Sharman

Medicaid is showing up in news headlines and social media posts, so what is really going on with Medicaid? Mike Sharman unpacks the headlines and statistics in today's episode. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Mar 13, 202521 min

How to Go to College for Free by Mike Sharman

Yes it is possible to go to college for free. There are even opportunities to get paid for going to college. You will hear about some of those opportunities in this episode. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Mar 6, 202521 min

Some Good News About Christianity in the U.S. by Mike Sharman

The Pew Research Center released a new major study on the state of religion in the United States, and we find some good news for Christians. Mike Sharman unpacks some of the numbers in this interview. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Feb 27, 202521 min

DOGE, DOFE, and DOBE and How It Can Impact Your Family by Mike Sharman

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is drawing a lot of praise and a lot of criticism, so let's talk about what's really going on. And then let's talk about DOFE and DOBE and how you can improve things for your family. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Feb 20, 202529 min

What Share HealthCare Isn't by Mike Sharman

We often talk about what Share HealthCare IS, but here is what Share HealthCare ISN'T. We begin by talking about a news article warning people with health insurance that their high deductibles kick in again at the start of the new calendar year. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Feb 6, 202514 min

Important Executive Orders Get Us Back on Track - Part 2 by Mike Sharman

New U.S President Donald Trump issued some powerful executive orders on his first day in office, and we talk about more of those in this episode. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jan 30, 202533 min

Important Executive Orders Get Us Back on Track by Mike Sharman

New U.S President Donald Trump issued some powerful executive orders on his first day in office, and we talk about those in this episode. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jan 23, 202521 min

What to Do When Disaster Strikes by Mike Sharman

Wildfires in California. Ravaging floods in North Carolina. What is a Christian to make of such natural disasters? We talk about it on today's episode. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jan 17, 202516 min

Discussing the Link Between Alcohol and Cancer by Mike Sharman

Alcohol is a leading preventable cause of cancer, and alcoholic beverages should carry a warning label as packs of cigarettes do, the U.S. surgeon general said on Jan. 3, 2025. What does the Bible say about the use of alcohol? Yes, our topic in this episode is the always hot topic of alcohol, especially for Christians. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jan 9, 202520 min

Obamacare Gives Hope Until You Actually Use It by Mike Sharman

A headline in the Washington Examiner says, "Obamacare is just overly expensive catastrophic health insurance." They call it "junk insurance" that promises hope but then punishes people financially when they actually start to use it. Mike Sharman gives a thorough breakdown and shows how, for Christian, a healthcare sharing ministry like Share HealthCare really does offer hope and help without overpromising and underdelivering. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jan 2, 202517 min

Yes We Need Government Efficiency...and Personal Efficiency by Mike Sharman

We are hearing a lot about DOGE: Department of Government Efficiency, but how will it work and what good will it do? We also discuss the need to be more efficient in our personal life and budget. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Dec 27, 202416 min

Christmas Has Always Been Political by Mike Sharman

Politics and Christmas have been intertwined from the beginning. For example, think about how Rome and Herod impacted the events surrounding the birth of Christ. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Dec 20, 202414 min

Shooting or Sharing? Christian Alternatives to Health Insurance Anger by Mike Sharman

An NPR headline says, "Americans are furious over health care" following the murder of United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson. The article says consumers feel powerless when dealing with health insurance companies. One man said, "The insurance companies are out of control. They need to be broken up." Yes, the health insurance industry seems to have a certain madness surrounding it, but Mike Sharman of Share HealthCare says there is a better, a more biblical way of bearing one another's medical burdens. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Dec 13, 202413 min

What Does This New Era and New Year Mean for Your Healthcare? by Mike Sharman

New leadership in Washington, D.C. means change is coming to the healthcare industry. How will it impact you and your family, and what are your options? +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Dec 5, 202429 min

The Power of Giving Thanks, Even in Difficult Circumstances by Mike Sharman

The Bible has a lot to say about being grateful and giving thanks. Even the Mayo Clinic says that giving thanks is good for you! So we dive into the subject of thanksgiving today. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Nov 21, 202428 min

A Tsunami of Change is Coming - Are We Ready? by Mike Sharman

With the election over in the U.S., and a new administration preparing to take the reins, we are anticipating many and large changes. How is a Christian to approach and think about great changes? We talk about it on this episode. One note, there is no room for worry in the mind of a Christian, just faith in God followed by wise actions. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Nov 14, 202424 min

The People Voted for Freedom: Election Recap 2024 by Mike Sharman

Nov. 5, 2024 was election day in the United States, and many were surprised by the outcomes. Mike Sharman says what happened is that people came out and voted for freedom. In this interview we break down some of the statistics from the election and talk about what the coming years may hold as a result. We also address the dichotomy between the majority thinking we will now have more freedom, while a significant minority believes the nation is about to descend into a fascist dictatorship that will never have another election. Could that happen? We talk about it today. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Nov 7, 202428 min

The Foundational Principles to Consider When Voting by Mike Sharman

Yes, we American citizens should vote, but what principles should we use when considering for whom to vote? Mike Sharman breaks them down fundamentally in this interview. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Nov 1, 202422 min

It Is a Christian's Responsibility to Vote by Mike Sharman

“Millions of Christians are unlikely to vote.” That’s according to new research from Arizona Christian University. The Cultural Research Center at the University, led by Dr. George Barna, is saying that only 51% of all faith voters are likely to vote in November. That means a full 104 million faith voters are unlikely to vote this election. But Mike Sharman says it is a Christian's responsibility to vote, so we look at this subject from a biblical perspective. Freedom is on the line in this election, and Christians have the power to make a difference...if they will exercise their right and responsibility to get out and vote. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Oct 24, 202422 min

Freedom Is the Cure for the Health Care Crisis by Mike Sharman

In today's News Tribune out of Tacoma, Washington there is an op-ed piece entitled "Why is American health care so expensive? We’ve interfered with the free market" by retired surgeon Dr. Roger Stark. Mike Sharman discusses this along with both the free market in general as well as how the free market needs to be opened up in health care. Meanwhile, Share HealthCare is already offering its members religious freedom, financial freedom, and healthcare freedom. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Oct 17, 202423 min

The Unexpected and the Suddenlies of Life by Mike Sharman

Life is full of surprises, and often they are unwanted surprises that are unexpected and come suddenly. How are we to handle them? What can we do, if anything, to prepare for them? We actually can prepare for the unexpected and the suddenlies, especially when it comes to our health care. Plus we have God's Word to help us in difficult times, such as these passages: Proverbs 3:5-6 – "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths." Philippians 4:6-7 – "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Matthew 6:34 – "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble." James 1:2-4 – "My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing." Romans 8:28 – "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." 1 Peter 5:7 – "casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you." +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Oct 10, 202415 min

The Individual Mandate and Other Healthcare Issues From the VP Candidates Debate

Mike Sharman breaks down some of the healthcare issues discussed by the candidates for U.S. Vice President in their recent debate, including the individual mandate. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Oct 3, 202421 min

How Do You Know if You Are Doing the Right Thing?

When she was California's Attorney General, Kamala Harris officiated a same sex wedding, even though same sex weddings were against the law in California at the time, as voted on by the majority of California's voters. As expected, those promoting gay marriage said she did the "right thing," even though it went against both the law and the will of the voters. That leads to this question, "What is the right thing?" How can we know if we are doing the right thing in any given circumstance? And how does this play into how we vote, and even how we choose our healthcare options? +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Sep 19, 202424 min

Living Biblically and Not Supporting Things That Stain the Soul

In his book Supernatural Business, author and entrepreneur Mike Floyd wrote, “In a supernatural business it becomes necessary to take a stand for the things you know are right.” Then he goes on to talk about "things that stain the soul." To live biblically means to avoid things that stain the soul. One of the great aspects of Share HealthCare is that its purpose is to help people live biblically, and to help them avoid things that stain the soul. In this interview Mike Sharman talks about these things, especially the scourge of abortion in our land, its impacts, what the presidential candidates are saying, and more. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Sep 12, 202423 min

Bullies Must Be Resisted, Whether It's a Terrorist or a Powerful Healthcare Oligarch

We start by discussing the impasse between United HealthCare and University of Florida Health, a battle that a Jacksonville TV station called "greed on steroids." Mike Sharman calls it two bullies trying to bully one another for maximum profit instead of maximum patient care. Mike says we can't let bullies get away with their bullying, and uses what is happening between Israel and Hamas as an example. Meanwhile, Share HealthCare is a pleasant alternative to all the hubris, serving Christians by helping them share their healthcare expenses and looking out for the good of the members. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Sep 5, 202427 min

High Prices and Stagnant Incomes Lead to Job Dissatisfaction and Record Credit Card Debt

As prices continue to rise while wages aren't keeping pace, why aren't more Americans howling about the economy? One reason is that they are borrowing money to fill the gap, which has led to a new record in credit card debt. But Mike Sharman of Share HealthCare says God has a better plan, and that includes a particularly Christian plan for covering health care expenses. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Aug 29, 202423 min

Have You Tried to Buy a Car Lately? The Prices Are High but Here Is Some Budget Hope

If you have looked at car prices lately, you know they feel almost ridiculously high. We can't make the prices go down, but we can help you lower your cost in another part of your budget to free up money for your next vehicle. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Aug 22, 202418 min

In Times of Economic Instability What Can We Actually Control? by Mike Sharman

August 2024 began with some bad economic news and a stock market tumble. Inflation continues to punish people, and now the word recession is showing up. What can the average person or family do in such uncertain times? "Control what you can control," says Mike Sharman, and that includes your spending on health care expenses. Share HealthCare can help ease the burden. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Aug 8, 202417 min

Hear One of the Greatest Speeches Ever Made - With Commentary by Mike Sharman

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke before a joint session of Congress on July 25, 2024. Mike Sharman says it is one of the greatest speeches ever made and he provides commentary before and after the complete version of the speech. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jul 25, 20241h 14m

Actress Shannen Doherty Said Waiting for Open Enrollment Was Disastrous

The headline in Forbes reads, "Shannen Doherty’s Untimely Death Sparks Important Conversations About Healthcare Access And Equity." She put off seeing a doctor because her health insurance had lapsed and she was waiting for the next period of open enrollment. In the meantime, cancer was growing within her while she waited, and cancer eventually took her life at just 53 years old. Mike Sharman talks about the concept of open enrollment being misnamed because most of the time enrollment is actually closed. The good news is that enrollment with Share HealthCare actually is open, all the time. And there are many other benefits offered by Share HealthCare which are discussed in this episode. We also talk about the power of prayer. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jul 19, 202414 min

In Times of Inflation Let's Control the Controllables by Mike Sharman

Big Lots is closing some stores, and company leadership is concerned about the company's ability to survive in the future. One leader indicated that inflation was seriously hurting the company, but they were going to try to control the things they can control to stay afloat. Or as Mike Sharman put it, "control the controllables." This applies to a person's individual budget and family budget. In times of inflation like this, all we can do is control the controllables. One of the controllables is the amount of money we spend on medical expenses, and that is where Share HealthCare really helps its members. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jul 11, 202417 min

Our Country Was Founded on These Principles - And So Was Share Healthcare

The founders of the United States of America were so committed to the cause of independence that they pledged their lives, fortune, and sacred honor; and in this program we get to know them better with the help of Mike Sharman. These founding principles helped make America a shining city set on a hill, and these same principles helped inform the founding of Share HealthCare and to make it possible in this great country. +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/

Jul 1, 202427 min