Therefore do not be foolish but understand what the Lord's will is - Ephesians That verse is a good reminder that to follow God's will we must first know it for all areas of our lives including finances Brian Holtz joins us today with a question Does your budget reflect God's priorities or yours Brian Holtz is the Chief Operating Officer at Compass Financial Ministry and the author of Financial Discipleship for Families Intentionally Raising Faithful Children Ownership vs Stewardship One of the fundamental concepts of Christian finances is the distinction between ownership and stewardship Psalm reminds us The earth [... more]

We all want our plans to succeed but what does the Lord want Are you and God on the same page regarding your financial plans Today we'll discuss achieving your financial goals and doing God's will As avid planners we know that having a plan is the best way to meet your financial goals or any goals for that matter But how do you ensure your plans align with God's will for your life As Christians we believe that Jesus' plans are the best and the Bible supports this in Proverbs Many are the plans in the mind of a [... more]

Home equity is undoubtedly one of our largest assets with an average of of value boosting the bottom line of American homeowners nbsp So how do the biblical principles of stewardship apply to it On today's Faith amp Finance Live Harlan Accola will join Rob West to talk about the stewardship of housing wealth Then Rob will answer your calls about finances nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Homeowners now have an average of nearly in home equity and the nationwide total is staggering at trillion Home equity is undoubtedly one of our largest assets So how do the biblical principles of stewardship apply to it Harlan Accola joins us today to discuss this Harlan Accola is the National Reverse Mortgage Director at Movement Mortgage an underwriter of Faith and Finance He is also the author of Home Equity and Reverse Mortgages The Cinderella of the Baby Boomer Retirement Understanding Reverse MortgagesToday's reverse mortgages are not the same product that gave the name such a negative reputation in [... 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 and financial [... more]

In Matthew Jesus called us to be wise as snakes and gentle as doves But can we be gentle and wise when standing up for biblical principles and our voting rights as investors It's the annual shareholder meeting season for public corporations meaning companies will hear about their policies from investors Jerry Bowyer joins us today with a biblical perspective on corporate engagement Jerry Bowyer is the President of Bowyer Research and our Resident Economist here at Faith Finance He is the author of The Maker Versus the Takers What Jesus Really Said About Social Justice and Economics You can [... more]

God Owns EverythingNow to be sure the message that God owns everything and we don't is something we need to hear repeatedly That's probably why the Bible repeats this teaching several times Job needed reminding Job - reads Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind and said 'Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge Dress for action like a man I will question you and you make it known to me Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth Tell me if you have understanding Who determined its measurements surely you know [... more]

Here at FaithFi we always want to help you manage your time talent and treasure And make no mistake do-it-yourself preventive maintenance is a wise use of all three of those gifts you received from God The more time and talent you have the less of your treasure you'll have to use to get things done But if you don't have the physical ability or know-how to do any of the chores on our list it's also wise to hire someone to do them Now of course we always use the Bible as our ultimate guide and Proverbs tells us [... more]

Why do reverse mortgages still have a bit of a PR problem Many people are not aware that federal regulations were put in place in to address issues with the product and protect consumers However some bad players still gave the product a bad reputation by taking advantage of vulnerable seniors in the past Now there are new laws and safeguards by the FHA for widows to be protected and financial assessments to assure someone can afford taxes and maintenance which are recent within the last years or so to eliminate problems in the program How is a HECM Home [... more]

Historical Context and Modern ImplicationsAfter crossing the Jordan into the promised land the Israelites fought the battle of Jericho Joshua was their leader and the Lord gave them the victory In Joshua the general reminds his people of God's faithfulness to them at Jericho and through their history He ends by making that memorable statement of faith As for me and my household we will serve the Lord As Christians in a non-Christian culture we are also called to take a stand We can either choose to serve the gods of this world or the Lord It's not easy for [... more]

Carolyn Calupca on the program was a long time senior producer at Crown Financial Ministries where she worked closely with Larry Burkett for many years She's now a frequent contributor here at Faith and Finance and the author of our new -week study guide Rich Toward God A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool WHAT IS THE HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL Jesus delivers this parable in AD during a time of significant political and spiritual tension in Judea under Roman rule As Jesus moves toward Jerusalem for the last time he attracts a [... more]

Good stewardship requires that we prepare ourselves financially for the time when the Lord calls us home So whether you rsquo re a newlywed single or celebrating your th year of marriage you need to be ready On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about how to prepare for the inevitable Then he rsquo ll answer your questions on different financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Leo Sabo is president of the Christian Stewardship Network and a Faith and Finance contributor He also knows a thing or two about starting a stewardship ministry THE FUNDAMENTAL IMPORTANCE OF STEWARDSHIP MINISTRIES IN CHURCHESBiblical Foundation Stewardship ministries are vital as they align with biblical teachings about money and possessions which are prevalent throughout the Bible Discipleship and Purpose These ministries guide congregants in using money as a tool for fulfilling their God-given calling and purposes emphasizing discipleship in financial matters STEPS FOR ESTABLISHING A STEWARDSHIP MINISTRY IN A CHURCH Securing Leadership Support Begin by gaining the church leadership's endorsement [... more]

Women live longer than men by several years That means there are far more widows than widowers in the U S An many of them struggle financially after their husbands rsquo passing On the next Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Harlan Accola who rsquo ll share a tale of two widows and a possible solution for widows who are struggling financially Then Rob will answer your financial questions on various topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

If anyone does not provide for his own and especially for those of his household he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever Timothy It's a pleasure to welcome Harlan Accola back to the program Harlan is with Movement Mortgage an underwriter of this program He is also the author of Home Equity and Reverse Mortgages The Cinderella of the Baby Boomer Retirement WHY ARE REVERSE MORTGAGES REFERRED TO AS THE CINDERELLA OF RETIREMENT PLANNING Reverse mortgages are seen as the Cinderella of retirement planning because they have been underestimated but hold significant potential for aiding in [... more]

The war in the Middle East isn rsquo t confined to Israel and Gaza The people of Lebanon are also suffering as thousands have been displaced by the fighting between Israel and the terror group Hezbollah On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk to Jack Hibbard about a way you can help and share the love of Christ with the people of Lebanon Then Rob will tackle some questions on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

There rsquo s no doubt that a reverse mortgage could make your retirement years more comfortable But are there other reasons to take advantage of this type of loan On the next Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Harlan Accola to give us a fresh look at reverse mortgages Then Rob will tackle some questions on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

According to the car shopping site iSeeCars com used car prices have jumped over the past several years Here are some tips to take the edge off of that sticker shock OUR TIPS FOR BUYING A USED CAR Establish Your Budget Determine how much you can afford whether paying in cash or financing ensuring the payments fit within your budget Aim for a down payment of - and keep the loan term as short as possible ideally three years Choose the Right Make and Model Consider your family size cargo space needs safety and vehicle reliability and be open to [... more]

There's no doubt that a reverse mortgage could make your retirement years more comfortable But are there other reasons to take advantage of this type of loan On the next Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Harlan Accola to give us a fresh look at reverse mortgages Then Rob will tackle some questions on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Harlan Accola is National Reverse Mortgage Director at Movement Mortgage which is an underwriter of this program He is also author of the book Home Equity and Reverse Mortgages The Cinderella of the Baby Boomer Retirement WHAT IS THE BIGGER PICTURE AROUND REVERSE MORTGAGES BEYOND THE COMMON PERCEPTION A reverse mortgage is like a savings account or retirement fund but for your home equity allowing you to unlock and use the money invested in your home It is government-guaranteed for safety ensuring you can use your home's value without the risk of owing more than the home's worth It transforms [... more]

According to the car shopping site iSeeCars com used car prices have jumped over the past several years Here are some tips to take the edge off of that sticker shock OUR TIPS FOR BUYING A USED CAR Establish Your Budget Determine how much you can afford whether paying in cash or financing ensuring the payments fit within your budget Aim for a down payment of - and keep the loan term as short as possible ideally three years Choose the Right Make and Model Consider your family size cargo space needs safety and vehicle reliability and be open to [... more]

Accidents and natural disasters are always in the news but we never really expect them to happen to us do we When a freak summer storm knocked out the power around here for many hours most of us were completely taken by surprise You don't appreciate running water and electricity until you don't have them Let's talk about how to be well prepared for emergencies PERSONAL AND FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS Rob stresses the importance of storing original documents securely either in a safe deposit box or a fireproof safe at home and keeping copies on a thumb drive or in the [... more]

GOD'S PROMISESThe Bible is full of God's promises A simple search reveals numerous verses reassuring us that God will provide God provides not just financially but also in many other aspects like family friends and church BIBLICAL EVIDENCEIn Genesis the name Jehovah Jireh translates as The Lord will provide Reference to Abraham and Isaac God provided a ram instead of Abraham sacrificing Isaac Emphasis on obedience preceding God's provision RELATING ANCIENT LESSONS TO TODAYGod's promises have remained consistent over millennia Abraham's obedience brought him peace even in difficult times Modern believers can find peace through obedience Clarification God promises to [... more]

A reverse mortgage might seem like a great option for seniors who have equity in their home yet still find it hard to make ends meet But is it their only option On today's MoneyWise Live host Rob West will talk about some reverse mortgage alternatives that seniors can consider Then he rsquo ll answer your calls on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Navigating the legal definitions and requirements for leaving assets to your heirs is a complicated business On today's MoneyWise Live Rob West will explain about trusts and try to clear up some of the confusion about when you need to have one in place Then he'll answer your calls and questions on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

We understand from scripture that we must obey God's commandments But does God command us to manage our money a certain way On today's MoneyWise Live host Rob West will explain how many of the Bible's financial principles are really suggested rules not commandments But nevertheless they bring great blessings to our lives when we follow them Then he'll answer your calls and questions on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Today many investors want their assets to do more than provide for their financial futures they want them to reflect their faith values as well On today's MoneyWise Live host Rob West will talk with Stella Tai of Praxis Mutual Funds about looking beyond the bottom line to ways we can steward the non-financial impact of our investments Then Rob will answer your calls and questions on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

This year Americans will spend nearly on average for healthcare Wouldn't it be great if there was a way to share that burden and lower the cost On today's MoneyWise Live host Rob West will explain there is a way to do this by joining a medical cost sharing plan He'll talk about that first with Lauren Gajdek of Christian Healthcare Ministries Then he'll answer your calls and questions about various financial matters See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Saving in general is always prudent But have you ever considered setting aside a special fund that would be designated to cover your home repair needs On the next MoneyWise Live host Rob West will talk about how that savings strategy can give you some extra peace of mind Then he'll answer your calls and financial questions from a biblical perspective See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Peter Richon interviews DLB Mortgage CEO Debbie Bloyd to discuss the nation's housing market and signals for the economy we should be paying attention to [... more]

People often ask if they rsquo re responsible for a loved one rsquo s debts once they pass away In most cases the answer is no mdash but not always nbsp On the next MoneyWise Live host Rob West will explain that managing a family member rsquo s finances after death can be a little more complex than you might think Then he rsquo ll take your calls and questions on the financial topics you rsquo d like to discuss That rsquo s the next MoneyWise Live where biblical wisdom meets today rsquo s finances weekdays at pm Eastern pm [... more]

With the Fed increasing the money supply and massive government stimulus spending the economy is showing signs of inflation Investors are rightly concerned about it but is their fear really warranted On the next MoneyWise Live host Rob West welcomes investing expert Mark Biller to talk about inflation fears Then Rob will take your calls and questions on the financial matters you rsquo d like to discuss That rsquo s MoneyWise Live mdash where biblical wisdom meets today rsquo s financial decisions weekdays at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

How you make your money and where it comes from really does matter And during the last few decades aligning your faith with your finances has really grown in popularity On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore welcome Jason Myhre of Eventide who shares about a new approach to faith-based investing Then Rob and Steve will answer your calls and questions on various financial topics The birth of a faith-based mutual fund on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio nbsp [... more]

People go to work for nbsp various nbsp reasons nbsp And many nbsp might nbsp say they nbsp just nbsp go to get a paycheck But what we often forget is that work also costs us money especially when we work outside the home nbsp On the nbsp next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore nbsp go over some of the things that nbsp can nbsp eat away at our paychecks nbsp We rsquo ll nbsp explore the cost of work nbsp on the nbsp next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp nbsp Live at pm Eastern pm Central [... more]

The coronavirus pandemic has forced companies to rethink how they do business and some of the changes may be here to stay But what exactly does that mean for job hunters in today rsquo s market On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore share some things you need to know if you rsquo re looking for work right now It rsquo s job hunting mdash the new normal mdash on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Most high schools offer no formal training in personal finances nbsp So graduates go straight to college or enter the work force knowing little about managing money On the next Moneywise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore offer a crash course in financial literacy We rsquo ll have money tips for young adults on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Most stock market investors have wondered ldquo Should I hold or should I sell rdquo But often in this case doing nothing can have a big pay-off That rsquo s because the strategy of using current stock performance to make decisions about the market rsquo s future is not failsafe On the next Moneywise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore share some figures that show how trying to predict the market could cost you a fortune It rsquo s the cost of market timing on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Are you thinking about selling your house in retirement and worried about the taxes Hans and Robby go over capital gains taxes as well as the exemptions to these taxes They also talk about reverse mortgages and who it might be right for Don't forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on Cardinal Guide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com [... more]

If you rsquo re or older you may have heard how you can convert the equity of your home into cash with a reverse mortgage It certainly sounds appealing but there are some risks associated with going this route that homeowners need to know up front On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore offer helpful alternatives to reverse mortgages That rsquo s MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]