Faith & Finance
Faith & Finance is a daily radio ministry of FaithFi, hosted by Rob West, CEO of Kingdom Advisors. The podcast helps listeners integrate their faith with financial decisions, covering topics like budgeting, debt management, investing, and stewardship. It airs on American Family Radio and Moody Radio, and offers biblical wisdom for managing money wisely and living generously for God's Kingdom.
Episodes
The Significance Pyramid with Scott Highmark
What if financial success isn’t the destination, but simply the foundation for something greater?We spend a great deal of time thinking about how to earn, save, invest, and manage money wisely. Those things matter. Faithful stewardship requires care and wisdom with what God has entrusted to us.But what happens when you’ve done many of those things well and still find yourself wondering, Is there s
Just-the-Basics Indexing with Mark Biller
Investing can feel overwhelming. With countless funds, strategies, market forecasts, and opinions competing for attention, it’s easy to assume that successful investing requires constant analysis and a complicated portfolio.But it doesn’t have to.For decades, Sound Mind Investing has offered an indexing strategy called Just-the-Basics, designed around simplicity, diversification, and minimal maint
What the Early Church Can Teach Us About Generosity with Dr. Darrell Bock
“There was not a needy person among them.”That remarkable statement in Acts 4:34 describes the early church's generosity. The first Christians freely shared what God had entrusted to them so their community's needs were met.Their example can sound almost foreign in a culture that prizes independence and personal ownership. But according to Dr. Darrell Bock, Senior Research Professor of New Testame
Finding Hope After Financial Loss
Financial loss can happen slowly or all at once. A business closes. A home is lost. An investment collapses. A scam wipes out savings built over decades.And when money disappears, the loss can reach far beyond the balance sheet. It can affect our sense of security, our plans for the future, and even the way we understand God’s provision.Scripture does not minimize those losses. It gives us permiss
Building Healthy Money Habits While Raising Kids with Crystal Paine
Money stress rarely stays confined to a spreadsheet. It can shape a home's atmosphere, affect a marriage, and influence how children think about money long after they’ve grown up.That’s one reason Crystal Paine, creator of MoneySavingMom.com and author of The Seven Habits of Financially Healthy Women, believes financial health is about far more than simply earning more or getting all the numbers r
Phoebe: The Gospel Patron Behind Paul with John Rinehart
Women have played a vital role in advancing the gospel from the very beginning.In Romans 16, the Apostle Paul introduces us to Phoebe—a trusted partner whose generosity, influence, and service helped further his ministry. Her story offers a compelling picture of what it means to use the resources God has entrusted to us to advance the gospel.John Rinehart, founder and CEO of Gospel Patrons, has sp
Back to School Starts with a Pair of Shoes with Shawn Spurrier
For millions of vulnerable children around the world, a pair of shoes can mean far more than having something new to wear. It can mean the difference between going to school and staying home, between greater protection from disease and continued exposure, and even between feeling forgotten and knowing someone cares.That’s why FaithFi is partnering with Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls throughout Sep
Making Financial Progress When Money Is Tight with Brian Holtz
When money is tight, the financial goals you want to pursue can feel frustratingly out of reach. You may want to give more generously, build your savings, or pay down debt, but there simply doesn’t seem to be enough margin to do everything.The good news is that financial progress doesn’t always begin with a giant leap. Sometimes, faithfulness looks like taking one small step at a time.Brian Holtz,
Investing with Biblical Convictions with Brian Mumbert
What if the companies in your portfolio are working against the values you’re trying to live by?For Christians, investing is about more than pursuing financial returns. Like every other financial decision, investing can be viewed through the lens of stewardship—asking not only, “How is my money growing?” but also, “What is my money supporting?”Faith-based investing seeks to bring those questions t
A Wise Heart in Every Financial Season
In the first century B.C., Roman historian Sallust observed, “Prosperity tries the souls, even of the wise.”Most of us would probably choose financial prosperity over adversity. Yet both seasons bring their own spiritual challenges.When things are going well financially, it can be tempting to take credit for our success. Pride, greed, and self-reliance can quietly take root. Financial hardship bri
Money Issues Are Heart Issues
Money has a way of reaching places in our lives that few other things do. It touches our fears, desires, relationships, priorities, and sense of security.That may be why Jesus spoke so often about money and possessions. In Matthew 6:21, He says, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”Jesus understood something we often miss: money issues are often heart issues. Our financial c
How Christian Banking Supports the Body of Christ with Aaron Caid
Where you bank may seem like a purely practical decision. We often compare interest rates, fees, convenience, and technology—and those things matter. But for Christians, banking can also be viewed through the larger lens of stewardship.
Every financial decision gives us an opportunity to consider how faithfully we are managing the resources God has entrusted to us.
Aaron Caid, Chief Marketing Offi
Medicare Made Simple with Eddie Holland
Medicare may be one of the most important—and confusing—financial decisions you make in retirement.
Between enrollment deadlines, late penalties, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, prescription coverage, and income-based premiums, there are plenty of decisions to navigate. And because some choices can have long-term financial consequences, understanding the basics before you enroll is an important part
The Uniqueness Principle: Rethinking Inheritance with Ron Blue
Puritan poet Anne Bradstreet once wrote, “Wisdom without an inheritance is better than an inheritance without wisdom.”
Every parent hopes the resources they leave behind will bless their children. But a financial inheritance can have very different effects depending on the person receiving it. That is why wise wealth transfer requires more than simply deciding how much to leave—it requires careful
Women Stewarding Wealth: A Historic Opportunity with Sharon Epps
An estimated $124 trillion is expected to pass from Baby Boomers to their heirs by 2048, marking one of the largest transfers of wealth in history. And women are expected to play a particularly significant role.
Sharon Epps, President of Kingdom Advisors, joined the show today to discuss this historic shift and the opportunity it presents for women to approach wealth with wisdom, preparation, and
Earning Money God’s Way with Howard Dayton
Money is never just about money, and work is never just about a paycheck. Scripture teaches that God owns everything, gives us the ability to earn, and calls us to work with integrity because ultimately, we serve Christ.
Howard Dayton, Founder of Compass Financial Ministry and author of Business God’s Way, says those truths should shape not only how Christians manage money, but how we earn it in t
How PreBorn! Helps Women Choose Life with Dan Steiner
Sometimes one glimpse can change everything.
For a woman facing an unexpected pregnancy, fear and uncertainty can make it difficult to know what comes next. But seeing her baby through an ultrasound can bring a moment of clarity—and open the door to compassionate care, practical support, and hope.
Dan Steiner, Founder and President of PreBorn!, joined the show today to explain how the ministry par
What Sets A Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA®) Apart? with Sharon Epps
What if the greatest benefit of financial advice isn’t simply what happens to your portfolio, but knowing your financial decisions reflect what matters most?
New research from Kingdom Advisors and Pinkston Group suggests that when financial counsel aligns with a person’s faith and values, the benefits can extend well beyond investment performance. Clients report deeper trust, reduced financial anx
Reverse Mortgages: Separating Fact From Fear with Harlan Accola
Reverse mortgages have carried a negative reputation for years, especially among Christians who are cautious about debt. But as with any financial tool, faithful stewardship calls us to understand how it works before deciding whether it belongs in a financial plan.
Harlan Accola leads the reverse mortgage team at Movement Mortgage, a FaithFi underwriter. He joined the show today to explain why rev
Building Your Financial House on God’s Word with John Cortines
Jesus ends the Sermon on the Mount with a familiar picture: two men building two houses. One builds on rock. The other builds on sand. When the storms come, only one house remains standing.
The difference isn’t the weather. Both houses face the storm. The difference is the foundation.
That picture from Matthew 7 offers a helpful way to think about our financial lives. Job losses, medical expenses,
Where ESG and Faith-Based Investing Differ with Nick Schmitz
ESG investing promises to align your portfolio with your values. But an important question remains: Whose values are shaping the standards?
Environmental, social, and governance ratings are often presented as measures of corporate responsibility. Yet the assumptions behind those ratings may not always align with biblical convictions.
Nick Schmitz, Professor of Finance at The Catholic University of
Focus on Consequences, Not Probabilities with Mark Biller
Risk is unavoidable in investing—and in life. But not all risks deserve equal attention.
It is easy to focus primarily on the probability that something will happen. If an investment, career move, or financial strategy has a high likelihood of succeeding, we may assume it is a good decision. But Mark Biller, Executive Editor at Sound Mind Investing, suggests another question may be even more impor
Planning Ahead for Long-Term Care with Nathan Sanow
Long-term care isn’t just a health issue. It can become a major financial and family decision.
Most of us hope we’ll never need extended care, but wise stewardship means preparing for possibilities before they become a crisis. And while long-term care insurance may be part of that preparation, the first step isn’t necessarily buying a policy. It’s having a plan.
Nathan Sanow, President of LTC Cons
The Cycle of Stewardship by Tim Tassopoulos
Stewardship isn’t a one-time decision. It’s an ongoing way of life—a cycle that begins with gratitude, moves through faithful growth, and leads to generosity.
Tim Tassopoulos, Former President and Chief Operating Officer of Chick-fil-A, has seen that cycle at work throughout his life and career. During his decades with the company, he helped shape a culture known not only for operational excellenc
Avoiding the Hidden Fees of Credit Cards
Credit card fees rarely wreck a budget all at once. Instead, they tend to chip away at it little by little.
Interest charges, late fees, annual fees, cash advances, and other costs can quietly consume resources that could have been used for saving, giving, or meeting other financial priorities. That’s why wise stewardship includes understanding what your credit cards cost and making sure they’re s
The Sacred Gift of Rest
Dr. Richard Swenson, author of The Overload Syndrome and Margin, writes that we need room to breathe—freedom to think, permission to heal, and space for relationships that can easily be starved by the relentless pace of life.
That may describe more people today than ever. Many of us are physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially overloaded. There never seems to be enough time, money, or en
The Emotional Cost of Debt: Breaking Free from Financial Stress with Neile Simon
Debt carries a cost beyond dollars and interest. It can steal your sleep, strain relationships, affect your health, and make the future feel uncertain.
For many people, financial stress gradually becomes an emotional burden as well. But gaining clarity, seeking wise counsel, and developing a practical plan can begin to lift that weight.
Neile Simon, a Certified Credit Counselor and Director of Str
Escaping the Comparison Trap with Jim Rasmussen
Bob Goff once said, “We won’t be distracted by comparison if we’re captivated by purpose.”
That’s especially true when it comes to money.
Comparison tempts us to measure our success against someone else’s income, lifestyle, investments, or possessions. But when we understand who we are in Christ and why God has entrusted resources to us, money becomes a tool for fulfilling God’s purposes rather th
International Investing for Faith-Based Investors with Benjamin Bailey
Diversification is a key part of wise investing, and for many portfolios, that means looking beyond U.S. markets. But Christian investors may wonder whether they can pursue international opportunities while still aligning their investments with biblical convictions.
Benjamin Bailey, Vice President of Investments at Praxis Investment Management, says the answer is yes. Faith-based investing can ext
What's a Donor-Advised Fund? (And Should You Use One?)
If you have ever wished your giving could be both simpler and more strategic, there is a powerful tool worth considering: a donor-advised fund, often called a DAF.
A donor-advised fund can help you organize your charitable giving, make tax-efficient contributions, and thoughtfully support the ministries and causes you care about. But before considering any financial strategy, it is important to be
Wisdom Over Wealth with John Cortines
Wisdom may create wealth, but wealth rarely creates wisdom.
Both wisdom and wealth can offer a measure of protection, but only wisdom can guide us in using money faithfully. Wealth can disappear through poor decisions, changing circumstances, or simply the passage of time. Godly wisdom, however, shapes our character, directs our choices, and helps us place money in its proper role.
John Cortines,
Life Planning with Ron Anderson
Psychologist and educator Fitzhugh Dodson once wrote, “Without goals and plans to reach them, you are like a ship that has set sail with no destination.”
Goals matter, but they accomplish little without a thoughtful plan. And for Christians, that plan should involve more than increasing net worth, reaching retirement, or achieving financial independence. It should help us consider how God may be i
Budgeting Tips for Faithful Stewardship
“Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds.” - Proverbs 27:23
Most of us no longer measure our wealth in flocks and herds, but the wisdom of Proverbs 27:23 remains just as relevant today: faithful stewardship requires attention.
When we do not know what we have, where it is going, or what it is accomplishing, we cannot manage it wisely. That is where a budget can hel
How Christian Investors Can Combat Human Trafficking with Will Lofland
Human trafficking often thrives in the shadows, hidden within complex supply chains and ordinary commercial activity. But Christian investors are discovering that their influence can help bring exploitation into the light.
Will Lofland, Managing Director of Faith-Based Investing at GuideStone Funds, joined the show today to explain how investors can encourage companies to identify forced labor, pr
Money is a Tool
Most of us do not wake up intending to serve money. Yet financial pressures, ambitions, and fears can quietly begin shaping our choices. Before long, money may influence where we find security, how we measure success, and what we believe will bring us peace.
Jesus speaks directly to this danger in Luke 16:13: “You cannot serve God and money.”
Money was never meant to be our master. But when it is
What You Need to Know About IRAs
An individual retirement account, or IRA, can be a valuable tool for long-term saving. But like any financial tool, it needs to be understood and used wisely.
Proverbs 18:15 says, “An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.”
That’s good wisdom for every area of life, including how we manage money. As stewards, we don’t want to make financial decisions simply
Using Home Equity to Reduce Taxes in Retirement with Harlan Accola
Your home may be more than a place to live in retirement. For some homeowners, it can also become a strategic financial resource—one that may help manage taxable income, protect investments during market downturns, and create greater flexibility around retirement withdrawals.
Harlan Accola, who leads the reverse mortgage team at Movement Mortgage, joined the show today to explain how a reverse mor
How to Cultivate Generosity in Your Family with Sharon Epps
Generosity can begin with a simple gift, but when it becomes a family rhythm, its impact can last for generations.
Most parents want their children to grow into generous adults—people who see what God has entrusted to them as something to be stewarded for His purposes and the good of others. But generosity rarely develops by accident. It is cultivated over time through example, experience, and int
Financial Virtues Series: Fortitude (Courage) with Dr. Craig Bartholomew
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
Biblical courage is not bravado or self-confidence. It is faithfulness rooted in the presence and promises of God.
That kind of courage matters in every area of life—including the way we handle money. Following Christ may require us to give when we would rather
Why Shared Values Matter in Financial Advice
The right financial advisor can help you plan for the future. But the right kind of counsel can do something more: help you stay anchored to what matters most.
When we seek financial guidance, we’re not simply looking for information. We’re looking for direction. And for believers, that direction should be shaped by God’s Word—not merely by the market.
Money decisions are never just financial. The
Budgeting 101 for College Students with Dr. Kelly Rush
College students may be experts at pulling off last-minute study sessions, but when it comes to managing money, cramming simply does not work.
The financial habits students develop during college can shape their decisions for years to come. Dr. Kelly Rush, a Finance Professor, Division Chair, and Financial Planning Program Coordinator at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, says this season offers st
How One Ultrasound Can Change Everything with Dan Steiner
For a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy, one appointment can open the door to practical support, renewed hope, and the life-changing message of the gospel.
Dan Steiner, Founder and President of PreBorn!, joined the show today to explain how the ministry partners with pregnancy clinics across the country to serve women in crisis, protect unborn children, and introduce families to the hope found i
God’s Design for a Financially Healthy Marriage with Dr. Art Rainer
Few things reveal the strength of a couple’s unity quite like money. Financial decisions touch nearly every part of married life—from daily spending and long-term planning to generosity, security, and the future.
But money does not have to remain a source of tension. When couples approach their finances with transparency, shared purpose, and a biblical understanding of stewardship, money can becom
Financial Virtues Series: Justice (Righteousness) with Justin Lonas
When many people hear the word justice, they think of courtrooms, laws, or political debates. Those ideas are part of justice, but Scripture offers a much broader vision.
Justin Lonas, Senior Director of Foundational Products and Regional Partnerships at the Chalmers Center, helps churches and ministries think biblically about poverty, generosity, restoration, and justice. He joins the show today
God Owns It All
What if the greatest shift you could make in your financial life didn’t begin with a new budget, a better investment strategy, or a higher income—but with surrender?
We don’t often think of surrender as a financial word, but it lies at the heart of biblical stewardship. When we embrace the life-changing truth that God owns everything, it transforms how we live, give, plan, and manage the resources
Faithfully Stewarding a Surplus with Rachel McDonough
When God entrusts us with more than we need, the question is not simply “How can we preserve it?” or “How can we grow it?” The deeper question is, “What is this surplus for?”
That question moves stewardship beyond spreadsheets, tax strategies, and investment performance. It takes us into matters of the heart, family, calling, and purpose. And for many families, that is where stewardship becomes bo
How Money Can Do Good in Your Marriage with Matt Bell
Amos 3:3 asks, “Do two walk together, unless they have agreed to meet?” In context, the prophet is speaking of Israel’s relationship with God. But the principle also reminds us of something important for marriage: a husband and wife cannot walk together well unless they are headed in the same direction.
That is especially true when it comes to money.
For many couples, finances become a source of t
Financial Virtues Series: Temperance (Self-Control) with Pierce Taylor Hibbs
What if self-control isn’t mainly about saying no, but about keeping Christ at the center of what we desire?
Money has a way of revealing what our hearts are chasing. Our spending, saving, giving, and borrowing decisions often tell a deeper story about what we love, what we fear, and what we believe will satisfy us. That’s why biblical temperance is about far more than discipline or willpower.
In
Do Not Be Anxious About Tomorrow
The birds don’t gather into barns. The lilies don’t spin their own clothing. Yet Jesus says both have something to teach us about trust.
Financial fear often begins when we realize how much we cannot control. We can plan wisely, save diligently, and prepare carefully—but tomorrow still belongs to God.
That’s why Jesus’ words in Matthew 6 offer such deep comfort for anxious hearts.
When Worry Feels
Contentment in Every Season with Jeff Manion
The world constantly tells us we need just a little bit more. A better home. A newer car. A bigger savings account. A longer vacation. But what if real contentment isn’t found in having more but in learning to need less?
That’s the heart of today’s conversation with Jeff Manion, Teaching Pastor of Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and author of the article “Discovering the Power of Conte
Back To School Smarts with Crystal Paine
It’s hard to believe, but the back-to-school season is almost here. For many families, that means new schedules, new supplies, new clothes, and plenty of new expenses.
But the start of a school year doesn’t have to bring financial stress or household chaos. With a little planning, wise budgeting, and prayerful preparation, families can begin the year with greater peace and purpose.
Crystal Paine,
Overcoming Financial Unrest with Elizabeth Brickman
Corrie ten Boom once said, “If you look at the world, you’ll be distressed. If you look within, you’ll be depressed. But if you look at Christ, you’ll be at rest.”
That truth speaks directly to the way many people feel about money. When money becomes the place we look for peace, security, or identity, financial unrest is never far behind. And while it may seem like more money would solve that unre
Why More People Are Turning to Credit Counseling with Neile Simon
Inflation has cooled from its recent highs, but for many households, the financial strain has not disappeared. Over the last several years, families have faced rising costs for groceries, insurance, housing, utilities, and other everyday needs. And for many, credit cards became the tool they used to make ends meet.
Neile Simon, a Certified Credit Counselor and Director of Strategic Partnerships at
Financial Virtues Series: Prudence (Wisdom) with Dr. Greg Forster
“The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.” — Proverbs 19:8
Wisdom doesn’t just shape what we believe. It shapes how we live—including how we handle money.
That’s why prudence has long been considered one of the cardinal virtues. It’s not a word we use every day, but it speaks directly to the way Christians make decisions, set priorities, manage res
Stewarding Retirement
Psalm 92:14 says of the righteous, “They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green.”
That’s a beautiful picture of faithfulness across every season of life. And it gives us an important reminder: when it comes to retirement, Scripture invites us to think beyond escape.
For many people, retirement is pictured as the finish line. Work hard, save diligently, invest wisely, and
What True Freedom Really Means
As our nation celebrates Independence Day and marks the 250th anniversary of our founding, it’s worth pausing to thank God for the freedoms we enjoy. We have the freedom to worship, work, give, speak, serve, and live with opportunities many people around the world do not have.
Those are gifts worth receiving with gratitude.
But Scripture points us to a freedom even deeper than national liberty. Fo
Boasting in God, Not Wealth
In The Screwtape Letters, C.S. Lewis wrote, “Prosperity knits a man to the world. He feels that he is finding his place in it, while really it is finding its place in him.”
That is a sobering warning. Prosperity can be a blessing from God, but it becomes dangerous when it begins to shape our identity. Wealth itself is not the problem. The danger comes when our possessions begin to speak for us—whe
Before You Borrow with Ron Blue
Debt always costs more than the interest rate.
It can affect your budget, your marriage, your margin, and even your ability to respond freely when God leads. That doesn’t mean borrowing is always wrong. But it does mean Christians should approach debt carefully, prayerfully, and with wisdom.
Ron Blue, a pioneer in biblically wise financial planning and co-founder of Kingdom Advisors, joined the sh
6 Financial Choices That Can Shape Your Future
1 Corinthians 4:2 says, “Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.”
Faithful stewardship does not happen by accident. The choices we make with money can either create unnecessary pressure or help us manage God’s resources with wisdom, margin, and faithfulness.
Here are six financial choices that can help us steward well what God has entrusted to us.
1. Spend With a Plan
Pro
The Risks of Credit Card Churning
Credit card rewards can look like easy money, especially when you hear stories of people earning flights, hotel stays, and cash bonuses simply by opening new cards. But one increasingly popular strategy—known as credit card churning—may carry more risk than reward.
As Christians, we’re called to think about financial tools with wisdom, not just ask whether something is technically allowed or poten
Are You Ready for Retirement?
Do you know whether your retirement plan is on track, or are you simply hoping it is?
Whether retirement is years away or just around the corner, it’s wise to pause and take a closer look at your plan today. A retirement checkup can help you know where you stand, identify potential gaps, and make adjustments before small issues become major problems.
Many people know they should be saving, but the
Giving Now, Not Later with Cody Hobelmann
It’s easy to assume generosity will grow over time. We tell ourselves we’ll give more after we earn more, save more, pay off debt, or reach a certain level of financial security. But what if waiting causes us to miss something God wants to do today?
That’s the question Cody Hobelmann invites us to consider. Cody is a Certified Financial Planner, a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA®), and co-founder
A Prayerful Approach to Financial Decisions with Sharon Epps
“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and He will give it to you.”
That promise from James 1:5 is a powerful reminder that wisdom is not something we have to manufacture on our own. It is a gift from God, and He invites us to ask for it.
When we think about financial decisions, we often turn first to budgets, spreadsheets, calculators, or professional advice. Those tools can be helpful, and w
Helping Lebanon’s Displaced Families Find Hope with May-Lee Melki
When God’s people respond with generosity, real lives are changed—and doors open for hope that lasts.
That has been the story behind FaithFi’s partnership with Heart for Lebanon, a ministry serving families displaced by the ongoing crisis in Lebanon. On today’s show, we welcomed May-Lee Melki, U.S. Managing Director of Heart for Lebanon, to share what God has already made possible through the gene
Finding More Life by Owning Less with Joshua Becker
Minimalism isn’t about removing the things you love. It’s about removing the things that distract you from the things you love.
That insight from Joshua Becker gets to the heart of a much deeper issue than messy closets or crowded garages. Clutter competes for more than our space. It competes for our attention, affection, time, energy, and generosity.
Joshua Becker, New York Times and Wall Street
Stewarding Fatherhood Well with Jonathon Lewis
“For you know how, like a father with his children, we exhorted each one of you, and encouraged you, and charged you to walk in a manner worthy of God.” - 1 Thessalonians 2:11–12
With Father’s Day approaching, it’s worth asking a deeper question: What kind of legacy are we leaving as men, as dads, and as stewards of what God has entrusted to us?
Jonathan Lewis, President of Eastport Financial Grou
What Does Tithing Look Like in Retirement? with Anthony Saffer
During our working years, giving often feels straightforward. A paycheck comes in, and many believers give a set portion from that income. But retirement can make the question more complicated.
That’s why Anthony Saffer, CEO of One Degree Advisors, a Certified Financial Planner, Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA®), and host of the Retire Confidently YouTube channel, joined the show today to help ret
Helping Hands for Widows’ Needs: Rene’s Story
Sometimes, a simple phone call becomes more than a request for help. It becomes a picture of the body of Christ at work.
A few months ago, a listener named Renee from North Carolina called the show during a difficult season. As a widow raising her special-needs grandchildren on a fixed income, she was carrying a heavy burden. Medical bills were mounting, daily expenses were rising, and her grandch
How to Handle a Market Bubble with Mark Biller
Many investors are wondering whether the market is getting ahead of itself, especially when it comes to artificial intelligence and technology stocks.
But perhaps the better question is not, “Are we in a bubble?” The better question may be, “How should we respond if we are?”
That was the focus of today’s conversation with Mark Biller, Executive Editor and Senior Portfolio Manager at Sound Mind Inv
The Spiritual Risks of Prosperity with Jim Wise
In Genesis 11, the people of Babel said, “Let us make a name for ourselves.” That ancient temptation is still alive today. It can surface in seasons of success, when achievement becomes less about serving God and others and more about building a monument to ourselves.
Success is not inherently wrong. Scripture commends diligence, wisdom, excellence, and faithful stewardship. But prosperity also br
What If I Haven’t Filed Taxes in Years? with Kevin Cross
Falling behind on taxes can feel overwhelming. Maybe you missed one year, then another. Maybe a job change, a divorce, an illness, a death in the family, or a season of financial hardship made it hard to keep up. Or perhaps you started gig work, received a 1099 for the first time, and were surprised to discover that you owed more than expected.
Whatever the reason, failing to file your taxes for s
Where Faith and Banking Meet with Aaron Caid
More Christians are asking whether their financial lives reflect their deepest convictions. That question often shapes how we give, spend, save, and invest. But increasingly, believers are also asking another important question: Where should I bank?
For followers of Christ, stewardship is not limited to major financial decisions. It includes the ordinary, everyday choices we make with what God has
How to Steward Summer Break with Brian Holtz
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” — Psalm 90:12
Psalm 90 reminds us that time is a gift from God. Every day we receive is an opportunity to live wisely, love intentionally, and steward the moments entrusted to us.
For families with children or grandchildren, summer can be a unique opportunity to do just that. The school year brings its own rhythm and routine, but s
Redefining Abundance
“Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you.” — Psalm 73:25
We spend a lot of time chasing what we think will satisfy. More money. More security. More success. More possessions. But Jesus offers a radically different vision of abundance—one that cannot be measured by what we own.
In Luke 12, someone in the crowd approaches Jesus with what sounds like a p
The Christian Ethics of Street-Corner Generosity with Dr. David W. Jones
“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” — Proverbs 19:17
As Christians, we’re called to care for the poor. But what should we do when someone asks us for money on the street? Should we give cash? Offer food? Keep walking? And how do we show compassion without causing harm?
Dr. David W. Jones joins us to help answer those questions. He’s a senior pro
A Journey of Generosity with Todd Harper
What if generosity isn’t something God wants from you, but something He wants for you?
Many people approach generosity with hesitation. They hear the word giving and assume a financial ask is coming. They may wonder if generosity will lead to pressure, obligation, or guilt. But biblical generosity is not meant to be a burden. It is an invitation into joy, freedom, and deeper fellowship with God’s
Could a Reverse Mortgage Be Wise Stewardship? with Harlan Accola
Many retirees spend decades building equity in their homes. But could that equity become a wise tool for stewardship in the next season of life?
For many people, the words reverse mortgage raise immediate concerns. Some of those concerns come from outdated information, past abuses, or even a sense of guilt about taking on debt later in life. But is it possible that some retirees have dismissed thi
The Life-Giving Potential of Wealth with Randy Alcorn
What if giving is not losing at all, but investing in what lasts forever?
Jesus tells us in Matthew 6:20 to “store up for yourselves treasures in heaven.” That one command reshapes the way we think about money, possessions, and generosity. Wealth can be dangerous when it owns us, but when it is surrendered to God, it can become a powerful tool for eternal good.
Randy Alcorn, bestselling author and
Vocational Stewardship: Working for the Common Good with Dr. Amy Sherman
Work is not merely a way to make a living. It is also one of the primary ways we love our neighbors.
Whether you lead a company, teach a class, manage a home, serve in your church, care for children, volunteer in your community, or invest resources for the future, God has entrusted you with influence. That influence is not accidental. It is part of your stewardship.
We often think of stewardship i
Seeking Wise Counsel
Some of the costliest financial mistakes are made in isolation.
When big decisions come our way, pride and pressure can convince us that we need to figure everything out ourselves. But God designed us to walk in community, and His wisdom often comes through trusted voices. Seeking wise counsel is not a sign of weakness—it is a key part of faithful stewardship.
Have you ever faced a financial decis
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