Podcasts by Running the Race - The Last Lap

What is God Calling You to Do? from 2021-01-22T10:00

In this episode we will a conversation about God's calling for you in retirement. 

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about livi...

Thanksgiving at Year End from 2021-01-01T06:00

In this episode we will a conversation about reflection and thanksgiving at year-end. Year-end is a great time to reflect on how God works through life’s seasons past and the hope he brings to s...

Finishing our Course with Joy - Book Review from 2020-10-23T03:00

In this episode we will a conversation about an excellent resource for Christians considering retirement in the near future or for those recalibrating their retirement. Finishing our Course with...

The Retirement Reformation - Book Review from 2020-10-16T03:00

In this episode we will a conversation about an excellent resource for Christians considering retirement in the near future or for those recalibrating their retirement. The Retirement Reformatio...

Life Expectancy from 2020-10-09T03:00

In this episode we will discuss life expectancy. Since the Social Security Act was enacted, life expectancy has grown by over 20 years. Retirees are living longer lives that afford them the oppo...

The Three Stage of Retirement - The Reflective Stage from 2020-10-02T03:00

In this episode we will discuss the three stages of retirement, moving to the third stage in this episode – The Reflective Stage. We’ll have a conversation about this stage of retirement and som...

The Stages of Retirement - The Deceleration Stage from 2020-09-25T03:00

In this episode we will discuss the three stages of retirement, moving to the second stage in this episode – The Deceleration Stage. We’ll have a conversation about this stage of retirement and ...

The Stages of Retirement - The Energetic Stage from 2020-09-18T03:00

In this episode we will discuss the three stages of retirement, starting with the first stage in this episode – The Energetic Stage. We’ll have a conversation about this stage of retirement and ...

My Story about Retirement - Part 2 from 2020-09-11T03:00

In this episode we will discuss my story of retirement – part two. I’ll share with you the five dimensions of my retirement life plan briefly and how having a plan has been a blessing.

I’m...

My Story About Retirement - Part 1 from 2020-09-04T03:00

In this episode we will discuss my story about retirement. Retiring is a major milestone and a journey. I’ve been retired since May 2018 and I’ll share how my first months unfolded and how God h...

Busyness in Retirement from 2020-08-28T03:00

In this episode we will discuss busyness in retirement. Are you finding yourself more busy thyan when you were working? In this episode we’ll discuss some of the factors leading to being too bus...

Signs and Thoughts about Depression in Retirement from 2020-08-21T03:00

In this episode we will discuss signs and thoughts about depression in retirement. Some studies indicate that 20% of new retirees experience depression within months after retirement. This episo...

Short Term and Long Term Missions in Retirement from 2020-08-14T03:00

In this episode we will discuss short term and long term mission opportunities in retirement. Is God calling you to the mission field? Baby Boomer retirees are more healthy and vibrant providing...

Investing in our Grandkids from 2020-08-07T03:00

In this episode we will discuss investing in our Grandkids during our retirement years. With more time available, you can be more intentional about how you spend time with your grandchildren, sh...

Retirement and Self-Identity from 2020-07-31T03:00

In this episode we will discuss your self-identity in retirement. Do you know who you are? Is who you are at work your identity? What does the bible say about who you are? I’m Tom Mauss, and thi...

Staying Healthy in Retirement from 2020-07-24T03:00

In this episode we will discuss your health in retirement. Three tips are offered up on naviagating and staying healthy as you enter retirement and your retirement years going forward. I’m Tom M...

Mentoring from 2020-07-17T03:00

In this episode we will discuss mentoring in retirement. We have lots of life experiences and wisdom to pass along to younger generations. We’ll discuss things to consider in a mentoring relatio...

Is it Time to Calibrate? from 2020-07-10T03:00

In this episode we will have a conversation about calibrating your retirement plan through your retirement years. I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for C...

How About That Bucket List? from 2020-06-26T03:00

In this episode we will discuss your bucket list. Do you have one? In this episode you'll hear about bucket lists and my recommendation for a healthy workable bucket list. I’m Tom Mauss, an...

Dealing with the Loss of a Loved One in Retirement from 2020-06-19T03:00

In this episode we will discuss dealing with the loss of a loved one in retirement. In this episode we will discuss the loss I experienced and how God uses transition, transformation and process...

Senior Suicide from 2020-06-12T03:00

In this episode we will discuss a difficult topic – senior suicide. Senior suicide has been on the rise for over a decade and now is the age category with the highest number of suicides. In this...

Unretirement from 2020-06-05T03:00

In this episode we will discuss unretirement. Did you know that one out five people who retire go back to work? I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Chr...

Where Have All My Friends Gone? from 2020-05-29T03:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...

All That Free Time, Now What? from 2020-05-22T03:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...

Structuring Your Time in Retirement from 2020-05-15T03:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...

Am I Really To Old To Serve? from 2020-05-08T03:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...

Christian Service in Retirement from 2020-05-01T03:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...

What example does the Apostle Paul give us? from 2020-04-24T03:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...

The Broken Secular Worldview of Retirement from 2020-04-17T03:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...

Retirement in the Bible? from 2020-04-10T03:00

What does the bible say about retirement? Yes, there actually is reference to retirement in the old testament. Listen to this episode and learn about an example of retirement given in the old te...

Retirement in the Bible? from 2020-04-10T03:00

What does the bible say about retirement? Yes, there actually is reference to retirement in the old testament. Listen to this episode and learn about an example of retirement given in the old te...

Retirement in the Bible? from 2020-04-10T03:00

What does the bible say about retirement? Yes, there actually is reference to retirement in the old testament. Listen to this episode and learn about an example of retirement given in the old te...

Introduction to Running the Race - The Last Lap from 2020-04-01T15:00

I’m Tom Mauss, and this is Running the Race – The Last Lap, a conversation for Christians about living a healthy retirement. Are you considering retirement within the next five years? Retirement...