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Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 23, 2026

Every day we make decisions about money but not every decision is made with intention When it comes to generosity many of us wrestle with the same questions Where should we give How much should we give And does our giving really make a difference With so many worthy causes competing for our attention generosity can easily become reactive rather than intentional Yet Scripture invites us to see giving as something much greater than another financial habit Intentional generosity is an act of discipleship that connects our resources to God's work in the world Generosity Is Part of God's Purpose [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 22, 2026

Turning Good Intentions Into Generosity with Kendra VanderMeulen

Most Christians want to be generous But wanting to give and actually following through are two different things With so many worthy causes competing needs and financial decisions to consider even the best intentions can become overwhelming Without a plan our giving can become reactive rather than purposeful driven more by the requests we receive than by a thoughtful understanding of how God has entrusted us to steward His resources So how can we move from good intentions to meaningful action Kendra VanderMeulen CEO of the National Christian Foundation NCF joined the show today to discuss how developing a thoughtful [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 21, 2026

Where Have You Placed Your Security?

The wealth of the rich is their fortified city they imagine it a wall too high to scale Proverbs NIV Money can provide real protection but it can also create a dangerous illusion of security We may begin to believe that enough savings investments or possessions can shield us from whatever life brings In Samuel we encounter a wealthy man named Nabal whose story illustrates the danger of placing too much confidence in earthly riches His experience reminds us that while financial resources are valuable tools they can never provide the ultimate security our hearts desire Nabal A Wealthy Man [... more]

The Todd Starnes Show

Todd Starnes

October 19, 2026

Will the Islamists Get France’s Nuclear Arsenal?

We mourn for the people of France Their country is lost - conquered by the Islamists All we can do now is pray for them and pray that some sort of French Resistance rises up to repel the invaders who were welcomed by the French government into their land And Americans must pay heed to what is happening across Western Europe Because the Islamists are about to rise up in our nation too But there's a much greater threat looming France has the fourth largest nuclear arsenal in the world And if the Islamists get their hands on the nukes [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 19, 2026

Choosing Contentment

If there's one word that defines our culture it's more More upgrades More comfort More square footage More of whatever promises to make life a little better Yet despite having more than previous generations could have imagined many of us feel less satisfied than ever Why Because contentment doesn't come from acquiring what's next It's cultivated in the heart right where we are And Scripture reminds us that contentment isn't something we stumble upon It's something we can learn Why More Is Never EnoughWe're all tempted to believe that the next purchase promotion milestone or change in circumstances will finally [... more]

Finishing Well

Hans Scheil

October 17, 2026

How Do Social Security Spouse Benefits Work

In this episode of Finishing Well Certified Financial Planner Hans Scheil and host Robby Dilmore unpack one of the most misunderstood areas of retirement planning Social Security spousal benefits While many people focus only on maximizing their own benefit Hans explains why the smartest strategy often comes from looking at Social Security as a household decision rather than an individual one Through practical real-life examples you'll discover how spouses surviving spouses and even divorced individuals may qualify for benefits they never realized were available Hans illustrates how proper timing and claiming strategies can significantly increase lifetime income helping couples create [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 15, 2026

Biblical Wisdom for Better Investing: Managing Emotions and Risk with Mark Biller

We like to think we make rational decisions with our money but what if our emotions influence our financial choices far more than we realize That's one of behavioral economics' central findings human psychology shapes financial decisions While these discoveries have challenged traditional economic thinking they reinforce what Scripture has taught for thousands of years human wisdom is limited our hearts can deceive us and our emotions don't always lead us in the right direction Mark Biller Executive Editor and Senior Portfolio Manager at Sound Mind Investing SMI believes understanding these tendencies can help Christians become wiser more disciplined investors [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 14, 2026

Freedom from Borrowing

What if debt isn't just a financial issue but a discipleship one We often view borrowing through a financial lens focusing on interest rates monthly payments and repayment timelines But Scripture invites us to consider something deeper Debt can shape our freedom influence our generosity and affect our ability to respond to opportunities God places before us Borrowing is common in modern life but understanding its spiritual implications can help us make wiser financial decisions The Biblical Perspective on DebtCredit cards student loans mortgages and business financing are familiar financial tools While Scripture doesn't identify borrowing itself as a sin [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 14, 2026

James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 2 of 2)

James Brown CBS host of The NFL Today shares his personal faith journey family story and transformation through Jesus Christ Brown reflects on the powerful influence of his mother's faith and discipline his early struggles after being cut from professional basketball and the moment in his mid- s when he turned to God and began a lifelong spiritual commitment He emphasizes the importance of responsibility humility and walking the talk as a Christian both in family life and public influence The conversation also explores themes of racial unity the role of Scripture in addressing cultural challenges and the lasting impact [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 13, 2026

The Transformative Potential of Work with April Tam Smith

A job can be more than a paycheck It can provide dignity create opportunities and open doors for meaningful change in someone's life For April Tam Smith that belief inspired an unconventional approach to generosity creating a restaurant that serves great food while giving people who need it most a second chance April and her husband Graham are co-founders of P S Kitchen a nonprofit restaurant in New York City's Times Square Alongside a group of like-minded partners they've built a business that combines hospitality employment opportunities and charitable giving April joined the show today to share how the restaurant [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 13, 2026

James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 1 of 2)

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 12, 2026

How to Save for Major Purchases

One of the simplest ways to avoid credit card debt is to save up for major purchases before you make them When you plan ahead for expenses you know are coming you can pay with money you already have instead of borrowing from tomorrow's income This simple approach can reduce financial stress provide greater flexibility and help you practice faithful stewardship The key is preparing for tomorrow's expenses with today's resources Saving for the Expected Not Just the UnexpectedYou may be thinking Isn't that what my emergency fund is for Not exactly Your emergency fund is designed to cover unexpected [... more]

The Christian Worldview

David Wheaton

October 10, 2026

How Christians Are Manipulated By Untethered Empathy

Send us Fan MailGUEST PASTOR JOE RIGNEY author Leadership and The Sin of EmpathyHave you ever wondered why so many feminists support biological boys who identify as girls being able to compete against and defeat biological girls in girls' sporting events Or why is nary a peep uttered by those on the left against Somali Muslim immigrants in Minnesota who defrauded taxpayers of over billion But in the next second these same people are out on the streets screaming and interfering with Immigration and Customs Enforcement ICE agents who are tasked with finding and deporting illegal immigrants many of whom [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 09, 2026

3 Questions To Ask Before Dipping Into Your Emergency Fund

Having an emergency fund is an important part of wise financial stewardship But building one is only half the battle You also need to know when to use it It can be tempting to dip into emergency savings whenever an unexpected expense or even an especially appealing purchase comes along But if we use those funds too freely the money may not be there when a genuine emergency arrives Proverbs offers a helpful reminder Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man's dwelling but a foolish man devours it The principle is simple wisdom prepares rather than consuming everything [... more]

Science, Scripture & Salvation

John Morris

October 07, 2026

Who and What to Esteem

Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt for he had respect unto the recompense of the reward Hebrews We hear much today about the importance More [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 07, 2026

What Ecclesiastes Teaches Us About Life and Money

What book of the Bible reminds us that life is short and wisdom means making the most of the time God has given us Ecclesiastes This remarkable book refuses to let us avoid one of life's most uncomfortable realities our time here is brief Life under the sun is fleeting our accomplishments will not last forever and eventually every one of us will leave behind everything we have accumulated But Ecclesiastes does not confront us with mortality simply to make us somber It reminds us that life is short so we will learn to receive it as a gift And [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 07, 2026

Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life (Part 2 of 2)

We were made for connection but relationships don't always come easy In today's conversation Debra Fileta breaks down the seasons Spring Summer Fall Winter that relationships naturally go through She provides practical tools and encouragement to help us tend to our relationships well ultimately guiding us to follow Christ's example of love first Get Relationship Skills free with your gift Improve Your Sex Life to Improve Your Marriage -- A great sex life is something you make not something you find This exclusive free video series contains research-backed strategies for improving sexual satisfaction and communication that have already helped thousands [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 06, 2026

Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life

Alex McFarland Show

Alex McFarland

October 06, 2026

234-The Power of Suffering in a Christian's Life

Why do Christians have to suffer On this week's episode of The Alex McFarland Show Alex explores what the Bible teaches about suffering and how God can use even our most difficult seasons for a greater purpose None of us want to experience pain loss or hardship but Scripture never promises Christians an easy life Trials and tribulations are part of living in a fallen world but they don't have to be meaningless Listen as Alex shares five biblical truths about suffering and offers encouragement for walking through life's difficult seasons with faith hope and confidence in God's promises Biblical [... more]

Moody Church Hour

Pastor Philip Miller

October 04, 2026

Manipulating Grace

What do we do when hope is in sight but God tells us to wait Weary of waiting Naomi schemes to make her longed-for redemption happen In this message from Ruth Pastor Philip Miller shares three warnings of wrong timing methods and motives Discover why the gift is never greater than the Giver and why He's enough This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https moodyoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Moody Church Hour and Living Hope exists to bring [... more]