Faith-based investing continues to grow, with more individuals and institutions seeking to align their investments with their faith and values. Experts like Bob Dahl provide market predictions and investment strategies, emphasizing the importance of economic growth, managing inflation, and making informed decisions about retirement planning and stock market investments. [... more]

Living with open hands and trusting God to bless others through us can transform us in the process. Chip Ingram shares his story of how generosity became a game-changer for him and how it can be an adventure that deepens our faith and multiplies joy. [... more]

Understanding your personal cost of living is crucial for making informed financial decisions. It's not just about rent and groceries, but also includes less frequent expenses like insurance premiums and car repairs. Tracking your cost of living can give you clarity and help you live intentionally with a heart that seeks to honor God with every dollar. [... more]

Planning ahead and setting a clear budget are key to having a great family vacation without breaking the bank. Experts recommend considering off-peak destinations, using free activities, and involving the family in planning to make the most of your trip. Additionally, being strategic about meals and setting a daily spending limit can help you stay within your means. When it comes to long-term care, it's essential to consider your options and plan ahead to ensure you're prepared for the unexpected. [... more]

Caregivers often struggle with the emotional and physical demands of their role. Peter Rosenberger shares his experiences and insights on how to navigate these challenges, including the importance of discretionary valor, stewardship, and God care. He also discusses the impact of trauma on families and individuals, and the need for healing and recovery. [... more]

Creating a variable income budget requires a few extra steps, but it's not difficult. Start by calculating your average monthly income and then draw up a budget using that figure. In the months where you earn more, keep the excess in savings to fund the lean months. A good way to manage this cash flow is to have all of your income go into savings and then set up an automatic transfer of your budgeted amount and only that amount from savings to checking. [... more]

Living on a budget can be liberating, not restrictive, according to Brandon Sieben, chairman of the board at Compass Financial Ministry. He shares principles of 'freedom budgeting' that helped his sister master her finances, including keeping it simple, being honest, allocating non-negotiables first, and saving for the future. [... more]

As a caregiver, learning to be still and use discretion can be a crucial attribute in navigating the challenges of caregiving. It's about trusting God to order and provide, and not rushing into every situation. This approach can lead to peace of mind, less drama, and a good night's sleep, and is reflected in hymns like 'Be Still My Soul'. [... more]

Alistair Begg offers a biblical framework for giving, emphasizing the importance of weekly giving, discretionary giving, and cheerful giving. He discusses how true giving begins with a giving of oneself to the Lord, is in response to what Jesus has given for us, and will be generous rather than grudging or reluctant. He also touches on the concept of tithing and how it is not applicable in the same way in the New Testament. [... more]

Caregivers often heroically leap to action, but this approach is unsustainable in the long term. Unlike trauma, caregiving requires a different approach, one that involves discretionary valor and knowing when to act, speak, or be still. This requires discipline and is a necessary part of becoming a healthy caregiver. [... more]