Faith & Finance
Faith & Finance
Episodes
Faith & Finance
Episodes of Faith & Finance
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If you bought a house in the last couple of years, you’ve probably been wondering, “When can I refinance?”The Federal Reserve has already made one interest rate cut, and more are expected before the end of the year. So when will it make sense t
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” - Ephesians 4:29Have you ever wanted to take back words, maybe even right
Employment scams skyrocketed last year, increasing by nearly 120%. Would you be able to spot one?The FTC routinely handles thousands of employment scam complaints each year, but that number is rising dramatically as technology makes conning job
Many rules come with exceptions. Perhaps that’s nowhere more true than with financial decisions.In most situations, paying off the mortgage and becoming debt-free is the right decision, but it may not be possible for everyone. Harlan Accola joi
You’ve heard the saying, “Past performance is no guarantee of future results.” Does that apply to Federal Reserve policy?The Fed is finally cutting interest rates for the first time in four years. What does this mean for investors? You might be
You’ve heard the identity theft protection ads for years, but do you really need it?Today, dozens of companies sell identity theft protection, so people obviously buy it. But what exactly are they getting, and is it really worth it?Understandin
Giving is supposed to be a source of great joy for God’s people. But sometimes, we act like it’s just another pain in our wallet.Christians are supposed to be generous, but maybe you’re having trouble getting excited about the idea. Today, we’l
“Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow’s cause.” - Isaiah 1:17Widows are often unprepared to face a range of difficulties, including grief, social isolation, and, of course, financi
Many folks with 401ks and IRAs probably don’t think much about proxy voting…but it can be a powerful tool for the Kingdom.As investors, we have an opportunity to make our Christian values known to the companies in our portfolio. We just need to
English statesman Francis Bacon once wrote, “Money is a great servant but a bad master.”If we don’t learn to manage money wisely to take control of it, it will soon master us. It’s one way or the other. Today, Bob Lotich tells us how to be the
One of the enemy’s favorite tools for discouraging Christians is the question, “What if…?” Unfortunately, those “What if” questions lead right down the road to fear.2 Timothy 1:7 reminds us:“for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and
Ecclesiastes 3:13 says, “every man who eats and drinks sees good in all his labor—it is the gift of God.”The Bible calls work a gift. But if you have to work more than one job, it might not feel like it. Today, we’ll offer a few practical and s
When a low-income person asks your church for help, what do you do next?God is extraordinarily generous, and our churches should be, too. However, helping low-income people often requires going beyond meeting their material needs. Dr. Brian Fik
Christians are generous people, as God calls us to be. That means we must also be discerning.We should always give with our hearts out of a passion for advancing God’s Kingdom, but we must also use our heads to strategically choose which organi
Are you worried about a recession? Some economists say there’s still a 35% chance it could happen in 2024.People often ask, “Will we have a recession?” The answer, of course, is “Yes.” We’ll always have another recession—the real questions are,
God’s Word says a husband and wife become one flesh…but it doesn’t say anything about prenups.It’s true; you won’t find “prenuptial agreement” in your concordance. So, does that mean a Christian should never have one?God’s Design for Marriage:
So you’d like to give more, but you don’t know how? Good news! If money’s scarce, it doesn’t mean your giving has to be.Hebrews 13:16 reads:“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.”It doesn
There are plenty of Christian retirement plans out there…but is retirement itself actually biblical?The answer depends on your definition of retirement. For Christians, that should be quite different from the world’s view of retirement.Work: A
“Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.” - Proverbs 11:14At one time, finding someone who shared your Christian values and could give you expert financial guidance was quite a challenge. B
The definition of synergy is two things put together, having an effect greater than the sum of the parts. Synergy can play a beneficial role in family finances. A case in point is an ABLE account working together with a special needs trust for
You should have 3 to 6 months’ living expenses in your emergency fund…but what if you can’t get to that money?Does your emergency fund need an emergency fund? That would be money you actually have on hand, not in a bank. And if so, how much?Tod
There’s a saying…“When the wolf comes in the door, love creeps out the window.”Money problems are always listed among the top reasons couples divorce. This is all the more tragic because money problems are fixable. Rachel McDonough joins us tod
Many believers would agree that churches should follow the same financial principles that God’s Word provides for individuals. But even within that agreement, there’s still plenty of room for debate. For example, should churches borrow for buil
Can you name two things that don’t seem to go together—but actually do? How about freedom…and budgeting?We hear from folks all the time who feel that living on a budget cramps their style, hems them in, and makes them feel trapped. Brandon Sieb
Today’s parents have better ways to save for their kids’ college than existed a generation ago. So, are you making the most of your college savings program?It’s been less than 30 years since Congress authorized the tax-advantaged 529 plans. Mor
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