Learn to do good seek justice correct oppression bring justice to the fatherless plead the widow s cause - Isaiah Widows are often unprepared to face a range of difficulties including grief social isolation and of course financial challenges Valerie Hogan joins us today to discuss some ways we can help Valerie Hogan is an attorney a Certified Financial Planner CFP a member of Kingdom Advisors as well as the co-author of Wise Women Managing Money Expert Advice on Debt Wealth Budgeting and More with Miriam Neff Helping Widows Build Financial ConfidenceMore than of married women outlive their husbands and [... more]

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 organizations or causes receive our financial support Ron Blue joins us today with some advice before you write that check Ron Blue co-founder of Kingdom Advisors and author of numerous books on biblical personal finance offers valuable insights into how we can give effectively to ministries Drawing from his book Splitting Heirs Giving Your Money and [... more]

Where there is no guidance a people falls but in an abundance of counselors there is safety - Proverbs At one time finding someone who shared your Christian values and could give you expert financial guidance was quite a challenge But today a nationwide network of Christian financial professionals fills that void Sharon Epps joins us today to explain What is a CKA Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors FaithFi s parent organization Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom and financial expertise The Origin of Certified Kingdom [... more]

A recent survey shows that most parents think they should teach their kids financial literacy the good news is that many are actually doing it Still other parents may not know how to teach their kids financial responsibility Ron Blue joins us today to discuss how he and his wife Judy did it Ron Blue is the co-founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance including Your Kids Can Master Their Money Fun Ways to Help Them Learn How The Importance of Financial Education at HomeA recent survey by the Bank of Oklahoma Financial reveals [... more]

The world is becoming more complex every day Technology solves problems and creates new ones How do you keep up Among so many other things today maybe you ve noticed that managing your finances is increasingly complicated and involves more than balancing a checkbook Sharon Epps joins us today with some much-needed advice the Ds of a Financial Reset Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors FaithFi s parent organization Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom and financial expertise Define Your Financial VisionThe first step in a financial [... more]

Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness Or what fellowship has light with darkness - Corinthians That warning from the Apostle Paul is usually interpreted to mean that you shouldn t marry outside the faith But does it apply to other relationships just as much Ron Blue joins us today with his practical and spiritual insights about partnerships Ron Blue is the co-founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance most notably Master Your Money A Step-by-Step Plan for Experiencing Financial Contentment Understanding Partnerships Beyond MarriageIn Corinthians the [... more]

Is Jesus Lord of all your affairs or is there still one part of your life where you insist on being in charge That one area all too often is money We all have to make a decision Will we live in God s economy or man s Sharon Epps is here today to help us understand the difference Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors FaithFi s parent organization Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom and financial expertise Being In the World but Not Of the World [... more]

A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous - Proverbs That verse seems pretty straightforward but it leaves several questions unanswered What should we leave to our kids how much and when Ron Blue joins us today with the answers Ron Blue is the Co-Founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance including Splitting Heirs Giving Your Money and Things to Your Children Without Ruining Their Lives When To Leave Money to Your Kids and When Not ToMany people wonder if Proverbs means [... more]

Corinthians says Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully God s Word repeatedly challenges us to be generous givers to our families and His Kingdom When should we do this giving Are we waiting too long Ron Blue joins us today with an idea you may not have thought about Ron Blue is the Co-Founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance most notably Master Your Money A Step-by-Step Plan for Experiencing Financial Contentment The Joy of GivingThere is immense joy in seeing the impact of your [... more]

The Bible contains many accounts of God providing miraculously for His people but none are more fascinating than the story of the Widow s Oil That passage is found in Kings - it s just seven verses but they re loaded with teaching about God s provision Sharon Epps joins us today to unpack the story of the Widow s Oil and how we can apply it to our lives today Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors FaithFi s parent organization Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom [... more]

By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches - Proverbs - Faithful stewardship requires us to make wise financial decisions manage and grow assets and protect our families from hardship Are you ready if you re suddenly disabled or incapacitated Valerie Hogan joins us with a checklist to prepare you for it Valerie Hogan is an attorney a Certified Financial Planner CFP a member of Kingdom Advisors as well as the co-author of Wise Women Managing Money Expert Advice on Debt Wealth Budgeting and [... more]

Some people learn from the mistakes of others Unfortunately some people have to be the others You certainly don t want to be one of the others who must learn things the hard way by making mistakes Today we'll talk to Ron Blue about some of the biggest financial mistakes you want to avoid Ron Blue is the Co-Founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance most notably Master Your Money A Step-by-Step Plan for Experiencing Financial Contentment Setting Financial GoalsRon emphasized the importance of establishing clear financial goals Without clear financial goals you're essentially [... more]

My eyes are ever toward the Lord for he will pluck my feet out of the net the troubles of my heart are enlarged bring me out of my distresses - Psalm Do you feel trapped by your finances Do you find yourself giving in to worldly pressure Is there a way out of the world s money trap There is and Sharon Epps joins us today to talk about it Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors FaithFi s parent organization Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom [... more]

Do you think of yourself as a generous person Most of us would like to think we are but do we know why we re generous Jesus told us that it s better to give than to receive and Christians are very generous people Today we ll hear from Chris Gabriel about why this is the case and how we can be even more generous Chris Gabriel is the author of WISEgenerosity A Guide To Purposeful and Productive Living and Giving Chris recently spoke to financial professionals at the Kingdom Advisors Redeeming Money Conference in Orlando However his keen insights [... more]

At the most recent Kingdom Advisors Conference John shared an incredible story about some friends of his and an inheritance decision they made I've got some friends who are a super sharp young couple in their s His Father shared that he was about to give them a vast multi-million-dollar inheritance Amazing But they had been reflecting carefully on money and faith for months They said 'We are so grateful for this but we're already OK And if we got this money we'd start to rely on the shifting sands of this money for our security instead of the firm [... more]

It All Starts With CommunicationCommunication is crucial for estate planning in blended families highlighting the importance of being open transparent and truthful While this may be difficult at times it's essential for bringing issues to the forefront suggesting that effective communication is the foundation for addressing the unique challenges blended families face in estate planning How do blended families with different goals work it out When spouses in blended families have different goals they should prioritize seeking understanding and compromise Seek first to understand and then to be understood emphasizing the value of asking questions like tell me more about [... more]

The Financial Impact of College EducationGoing to college is a financial decision second only to buying a house More specifically it's an investment decision Will it pay off Perhaps the most important factor determining that is whether you graduate with a degree Fail to do that and any money you spend or borrow for college will likely be money down the drain in terms of future earnings The good news is that data just released by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that earning a college degree is still financially worthwhile generally speaking The data shows that recent [... more]

WHAT DOES BIBLICAL HOSPITALITY LOOK LIKE IN TODAY'S CULTURE Sharon reflects on the biblical instruction to show hospitality emphasizing its relevance beyond traditional notions of entertaining Hospitality is an act of generosity and kindness extending warmth and generosity to both guests and strangers alike This understanding encourages us to reconsider hospitality as acting as God's ambassadors Hospitality transcends formal dining and embraces the simple generous reception of others It's an expression of generosity serving as a means to fulfill our role as ambassadors for Christ Personal experiences underscore the profound impact hospitality can have during challenging times illustrating its power [... more]

FINANCIAL ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENTUNDERSTANDING THE HEART'S ROLE IN FINANCIAL ATTITUDES Financial attitudes reflect one's spiritual health as wrong attitudes towards money and possessions stem from the heart mirroring a broader spiritual condition Jesus identified the root of evil thoughts including greed and envy as originating from the heart Mark - highlighting the spiritual battle within THE BATTLE AGAINST SINThe struggle with sinful attitudes like envy pride and greed is common even among devout believers like the Apostle Paul who shared his own struggles in Romans - Overcoming these attitudes requires divine intervention as Paul acknowledges deliverance through Jesus Christ CULTIVATING RIGHT [... more]

Gary Chapman is the best-selling author of The Five Love Languages HOW SHOULD THE FIVE LOVE LANGUAGES INFLUENCE GIFT-GIVING ON VALENTINE'S DAY Understanding and applying the Five Love Languages to gift-giving especially on Valentine's Day can really enhance the impact of the gesture If your spouse's primary love language is receiving gifts then selecting a thoughtful gift becomes crucial However for those whose love language is not gifts recognizing Valentine's Day and making an effort to express love is still important Recognizing if gifts are your spouse's primary love language is key if so choose gifts with care and intention [... more]

Ron Blue is the co-founder of Kingdom Advisors author of a shelf-full of books on biblical finance including Master Your Money HELPING A DAUGHTER WHO'S GOING THROUGH A DIVORCE WHAT'S THE BEST APPROACH Support must be dynamic adapting as circumstances change Emotional spiritual and financial challenges intertwine requiring sensitive navigation Equitable treatment among siblings means addressing each child's unique needs especially in crisis HOW DID YOU AND JUDY DECIDE ON THE EXTENT AND MANNER OF HELP The decision on how much to help was made progressively acknowledging the fluid situation post-divorce The process involves constant reassessment based on changing needs [... more]

SCRIPTURES ON FEAR AND GOD'S PRESENCE Jesus asks a powerful question about worry in Matthew asking Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life Romans encourages reliance on God instead of falling back into fear For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons by whom we cry 'Abba Father ' Faith is the opposite of fear and fear is a tool used by Satan to distract from God's goodness COMMON WHAT-IF FEARS AND THEIR FUTILITY Rob lists common [... more]

You may have heard us say that the Bible has more than verses related to money and possessions And it rsquo s great to review those often to remind ourselves of the principles about money that we find in scripture On the next Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Sharon Epps for a fascinating discussion on the depth and breadth of the financial wisdom found in God rsquo s Word Then they will tackle your financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors our parent organization Kingdom Advisors is a group dedicated to training financial professionals to guide and advise you according to biblical principles WHAT ARE THE BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES RELATED TO CASH FLOW AND LIVING EXPENSES Sharon emphasizes the importance of spending less than we earn drawing from Philippians which teaches contentment in all situations Contentment is key in managing finances as it helps us be satisfied with what we have and avoid unnecessary spending To improve financial health it's vital to spend less than what we earn Contentment with our current situation is [... more]

REFLECTION ON LAST YEAR'S PREDICTIONSBob Doll reflects on his previous year's predictions noting that while they achieved a accuracy rate it fell short of their usual mark The unexpected strength in the economy and labor market combined with a decrease in inflation led to deviations from their projections The economy was stronger than expected preventing the anticipated recession Inflation continued to decrease but did not reach the central bank's target of Stock market valuations increased particularly for a small group of high-performing stocks OUTLOOK ON THE US ECONOMY FOR THE UPCOMING YEARBob predicts a mild recession for the upcoming year [... more]

WHY ARE BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS IMPORTANT Beneficiary designations are crucial because they're an easy quick and free way to transfer assets accounts and insurance benefits after passing away They take precedence over wills or trusts and are significant because they skip probate and remain private Beneficiary designations offer a straightforward method to transfer assets after death They are prioritized over estate planning documents and bypass the probate process Keeping them updated and accurate is crucial for ensuring assets are distributed as intended WHAT ARE THE KEYS TO REMEMBER ABOUT DESIGNATING BENEFICIARIES When designating beneficiaries it's important to consider various account types [... more]

So how would God's word in particular give us guidance on this giving portfolio approach Jesus gives His mission here on earth in Luke - The Spirit of the Lord is upon me because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind to set at liberty those who are oppressed to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor This is a really is a model for a giving portfolio So how do you take that and apply it to giving [... more]

Sharon Epps is the President of Kingdom Advisors WHAT IS THE CURRENT STATE OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY ACCORDING TO RECENT RESEARCH AND WHAT ARE ITS EFFECTS Economic uncertainty is at a high as indicated by the International Monetary Fund's World Uncertainty Index Covering data from countries over the past years the current level of uncertainty is among the highest since This uncertainty can lead to fear decision paralysis and irrational decision-making Economic uncertainty is significantly high currently comparable to the highest levels since This uncertainty can cause fear hinder decision-making and lead to irrational choices Historical perspective shows that economic uncertainty [... more]

AVOIDING RETIREMENT PLANNING MISTAKES The most significant mistake is not saving enough during working years A recommended practice is contributing - of income to a retirement plan like a k b or an IRA The earlier the start in saving for retirement the better due to the benefits of compound earnings Relying solely on Social Security is not advisable COMMON ROLLOVER MISTAKES TO AVOID Not adhering to the one-per-year rule for IRA rollovers can result in significant tax implications and a tax for excess contributions Missing the -day deadline for rollovers from an IRA to another plan can result in [... more]

Do you like helping people get their finances in order Maybe you have a gift for numbers A while back we broke the news about a whole new career field that's opening up the Christian Financial Planner Kurt Cornfield is here today to give us an update Kurt Cornfield is Associate Professor of Financial Planning at Liberty University He's also a Certified Financial Planner and a Certified Kingdom Advisor WHAT IS THE CHRISTIAN FINANCIAL PLANNER PROGRAM Seven Christian universities that have offered certified financial planner CFP programs are adding certified kingdom adviser content So students are learning what the Bible [... more]

Ron Blue is the founder of Kingdom Advisors our parent organization He's also the author of a shelf-full of books on biblical finance Disagreements in marriage especially on topics like money and faith are common Giving can be a contentious issue since it involves both RON BLUE'S EXPERIENCE AND ADVICE Ron shares a personal experience about how his wife's silent example led him to embrace tithing and giving emphasizing the importance of living a compelling Christian life over pressing the issue He advises couples to prioritize their relationship and demonstrate a Christ-like life He suggests mutual submission and finding common [... more]

Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors WHAT ARE THE BASIC WAYS MONEY CAN BE USED Money is represented by the live owe grow pie We say pie as that illustrates the fact that it needs to be divided up because there are a limited number of pieces Debt has several dangers it can be economically dangerous as compounding can work against you spiritually dangerous because it may prevent opportunities for God to intervene and psychologically dangerous as it can induce anxiety and threaten marital unity Proverbs mentions that the borrower becomes a slave to the lender indicating the [... more]

Objectives for Successful Investing th century humorist Will Rogers once said I'm not so much interested in the return on my money as I am in the return of my money It's a funny line but also something every investor should keep in mind What are the objectives you should consider when risking your money We'll give you three of them today on Faith and Finance Here are Objectives for Successful Investing UNDERSTANDING INVESTING OBJECTIVES Rob West clarifies the difference between an objective and a goal emphasizing the significance of objectives in the investment journey There are three main objectives [... more]

Live give owe and grow are principles that guide our money management and today we're focusing on owe or debt The Bible doesn't explicitly state that borrowing is wrong but it does caution that debt can be enslaving and change relationships between borrowers and lenders SIMPLE BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES FOR HANDLING DEBTRepay what you borrow Psalm teaches The wicked borrow and do not repay but the righteous give generously Free yourself from debt as quickly as possible Proverbs carries the stark warning The rich rule over the poor and the borrower is slave to the lender And finally we are to [... more]

Mark Biller is executive editor at Sound Mind Investing Mark recently published an article in the latest SMI newsletter titled Measuring the Market's Valuation Market valuation refers to the process of assessing the worth or value of the overall stock market or individual stocks within it It involves determining whether the current prices of stocks accurately reflect their underlying fundamentals such as earnings assets and growth potential Market valuation is essential because it helps investors make informed decisions about buying or selling stocks Here's why market valuation is important Price Assessment It helps investors assess whether the prices of stocks [... more]

Ron Blue is co-founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of several books on personal finances from a biblical perspective including Never Enough Keys to Financial Contentment Ron published a video series a while back for Kingdom Advisors that revealed questions everyone needs to answer KEY QUESTIONS WHO OWNS IT This question is so foundational because until you answer that question you don't know the difference between the steward and the owner And when I say I own it then I can do whatever I want with money But if I say God owns it now my actions change because [... more]

Your first step before making any financial decisions should always be prayer You should invite God to be a part of all your financial affairs and decisions especially now as you begin the process of settling your loved one's estate It is enough simply to pray for wisdom in this challenging time James teaches If any of you lacks wisdom let him ask God who gives generously to all without reproach and it will be given him Romans reveals just how much the Lord wants to guide and strengthen you It reads The Spirit helps us in our weakness For [... more]

Scripture records that women were among the first supporters of Jesus' ministry So what can Christian women learn today from the example of those believers in the New Testament On today's MoneyWise Live host Rob West welcomes Sharon Epps to talk about women and generosity Then Rob will answer various financial questions from a biblical perspective See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Are you like the millions of Americans who will make resolutions for the coming year Many people resolve to exercise more eat healthier or lose weight But they neglect to include their finances when setting these goals On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore welcome Kingdom Advisors co-founder Ron Blue to help us set a firm foundation for our finances Faith financial goals on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

If your car needs nbsp repair you take nbsp it nbsp to a mechanic Or if you nbsp have nbsp a health problem you visit your doctor But when it comes to your money do you get advice from a nbsp financial advisor nbsp On the nbsp next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore nbsp talk with nbsp Kingdom Advisors founder Ron Blue about the importance of seeking sound advice as you manage your money nbsp That rsquo s nbsp on the nbsp next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp Live at pm Eastern nbsp pm Central on Moody [... more]

Jesus spoke regularly about the relationship between our pocketbooks and the spiritual vitality of our hearts So how we handle our money can indicate the condition of our relationship with God On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore welcome Sharon Epps of Kingdom Advisors as she shares her insights on applying God rsquo s financial principles to our lives Connecting the dots between faith and finances on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]