Living a life that truly flourishes, not just financially, but in every area God cares about, requires following God's design for life through biblical principles, faithfulness, and generosity, leading to a life of contentment, integrity, and honesty. [... more]

Living a life of generosity can bring real financial freedom, and it's not just about giving money, but also about giving our hearts to God. Ron Blue shares his insights on how to grow into more joyful, intentional givers, and how giving can break the power of money over our lives. We also discuss how to manage debt, understand social security taxes, and find advisors who share our values. [... more]

A couple's financial struggles with a business and student loans are addressed, and advice is given on biblical finance, credit and debt, and retirement planning, emphasizing God's provision and the importance of prayer and seeking help. [... more]

Rob West discusses financial mistakes with guest Ron Blue, emphasizing the importance of establishing goals, avoiding consumptive lifestyles, and using budgets to achieve financial freedom. They also explore charitable giving, retirement planning, and IRA contributions, highlighting the benefits of qualified charitable distributions. [... more]

Ron Blue shares practical and spiritual insights about partnerships, discussing the importance of having an exit strategy, preserving the business's testimony, and maintaining integrity in financial decisions. Rob West answers listener questions on capital gains, emergency funds, and retirement planning, emphasizing the need for good stewardship and wise financial choices. [... more]

Generosity and financial decisions are intertwined with Christian personal finances, as seen in the parable of the rich fool. Wealth transfer and estate planning are crucial, and giving is a key aspect of financial wisdom, as discussed with Ron Blue and Rob West on faith and finance. [... more]

Establishing financial goals, avoiding consumptive lifestyles, and having a budget are key to financial freedom. Giving generously and living within one's means can also lead to financial contentment. Understanding Medicare and Social Security can help individuals plan for retirement and make informed decisions about their finances. [... more]

Managing God's money is a high calling, and it's essential to look to God's word for guidance. Online banking has made it easier to manage finances, but it's also created new challenges. Faith-based financial institutions can provide a sense of security and alignment with one's values. Retirement planning, trusts, and estate planning are all crucial aspects of managing one's finances, and seeking the advice of a godly advisor can be invaluable. [... more]

The Bible explains our lives outside of a living, personal relationship with God in Jesus as a diagnosis of hostility and rebellion towards God. However, it is God's goodness and lovingkindness that provides salvation, not our good deeds or attempts at moral perfection. Jesus saves us through his mercy, and this realization changes us from the inside out. [... more]

The Bible teaches that God takes the initiative in seeking out a people of his very own, chosen before the dawn of time. This doctrine of election is a biblical truth that is essential to our understanding of salvation, and it is not in conflict with our responsibility to accept Jesus' invitation and proclaim the gospel to others. [... more]

Faith can be fleeting for some, but enduring for others. Genuine faith is discovered in the day-to-day challenges and trials that come our way, and it's through these experiences that we can discover God's amazing love and learn to trust in Him. [... more]

Two of Jesus' disciples, Cleopas and an unnamed companion, struggle to understand the events of Good Friday and the resurrection of Jesus, bouncing between faith and fear as they try to make sense of life in light of the crucifixion and the empty tomb. [... more]

Nebuchadnezzar and Daniel saw the same truth from two different viewpoints, with Nebuchadnezzar seeing it from a human perspective and Daniel seeing it from God's viewpoint. Their visions and prophecies can seem confusing, but they reveal deeper confidence in God's Word and the future of the world's empires. [... more]

The concept of being a Jew is rooted in the idea of acknowledging God's existence and submitting to his authority, as seen in the story of Abraham. This idea is connected to the Hebrew letter yud, which represents God's hand and is found in the names of Jesus, Jacob, and Israel. The letter yud is also associated with the concept of being righteous and willing to lay down one's life for God's sanctification. [... more]