Note 7. Fair Value Disclosures of Financial Instruments: Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Funds on deposit	$ 279,947	$ 417,310
Estimate of Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2
Policy Loans Receivable	28,182	29,511
Funds on deposit	280,367	418,823
Long-term Debt	46,146	48,146
Carrying (Reported) Amount, Fair Value Disclosure
Policy Loans Receivable	22,042	23,109
Funds on deposit	279,947	417,310
Long-term Debt	$ 46,146	$ 48,146