A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous - Proverbs We re all familiar with that verse but do we fully understand its meaning Is it only about money I ll talk about that with Harlan Accola today 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 The Misconception of Leaving a Financial InheritanceAs Christians we often forget that the most important [... more]

The Bible contains many accounts of God providing miraculously for His people but none are more fascinating than the story of the Widow rsquo s Oil found in Kings On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Sharon Epps to unpack the story of the Widow rsquo s Oil and how we can apply its teaching about God rsquo s provision to our lives today Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

We all must make decisions about where we will give from our limited resources So a good question for us to ask is does it matter to God where we are giving On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome David Wills to talk about if God cares where we give Then Rob will answer some calls on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

You ve probably heard the saying If you aim at nothing you'll hit it every time But do you know who coined it Christian author and speaker Zig Ziglar is credited with that famous quote It urges us to set goals and stay on mission What are our goals and what s our mission here at FaithFi Chad Clark fills you in today and invites you to be a part of it all Chad Clark is the Executive Director of FaithFi Faith Finance Integrating Faith and Finances for God s GloryAt FaithFi our mission is clear we aim to equip [... more]

There rsquo s a well-known verse in Proverbs that urges us to train up our children in the way they should go And it applies to managing money as much as anything else But how should Christian parents train up their children to be good stewards On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will share some great insights on financial discipleship for families from Brian Holtz Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

We all want our plans to succeed but what does the Lord want And how can we tell if we are on the same page with God when it comes to our financial plans Join us for today's Faith amp Finance Live when host Rob West will talk about achieving your financial goals while doing God's will all at the same time Then he'll answer some calls about various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Knowing where and how to give to God s Kingdom can be a challenge for any one person but all the more so if you re married It s beautiful when couples agree on how to manage their money how much to spend and save but finding agreement on giving is just as important Today Bob shares what he and his wife Leslie learned about it Bob Doll is the CEO and CIO of Crossmark Global Investments He regularly contributes to Faith and Finance and other media outlets such as Bloomberg TV Fox Business and CNBC The Foundation of GivingFinancial [... more]

Based on some estimates the average household spends an astonishing of its food budget eating out But should we be spending that much on convenient ways to eat On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will explain how making changes to your food budget can easily save you a lot of money and calories Then Rob will answer some questions on various financial topics 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 [... more]

Do you feel trapped by your finances Do you find yourself giving in to worldly pressure Is there a way out of the world rsquo s money trap On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Sharon Epps to explain how to escape the world rsquo s money trap Then they rsquo ll answer your questions on different financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

From Jeremiah we know God's people should seek the welfare of the people and places around them But is seeking the welfare of our community something Christians can pursue by means of their investing choices On today's Faith amp Finance Live Chris Meyer will join Rob West with a look at how shareholder advocacy works and how you can affect change through your investments Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

We tend to think that wealthy individuals always make the right financial decisions but is that always the case The truth is that people with a high net worth can sometimes make financial mistakes just as easily as the rest of us and perhaps with even worse consequences Cole Pearson shares five of them today Cole Pearson is the President of Investment Solutions at OneAscent a family of companies seeking to help people align their investments with their Christian values OneAscent is also an underwriter of Faith Finance Five Mistakes That The Wealthy Make With Their InvestmentsEven wealthy or high-net-worth [... 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]

The dictionary defines poverty as having little or no money or possessions and no means of getting them That definition of poverty is undoubtedly true as far as it goes but is there more to poverty than a lack of resources Brian Fikkert certainly thinks so and joins us today to discuss it Brian Fikkert is a Professor of Economics and Community Development and the Founder and President of the Chalmers Center for Economic Development at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain Georgia He is also the co-author of the best-selling book When Helping Hurts How To Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting [... more]

As if you don rsquo t have enough to do ndash here comes May And with it the graduations sports playoffs and end-of-school events that keep you hopping On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about how you can avoid buying into the busyness Then he rsquo ll answer your questions on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

May brings a flurry of activities graduations sports playoffs and school events that while meaningful can also lead to overwhelming stress In our busy world it's easy to get caught up in the hustle often driven by societal pressures to do more buy more and be everywhere at once Colossians reminds us not to be swayed by the hollow and deceptive philosophy that glorifies materialism over spiritual values We are often misled into thinking that accumulating possessions or filling our calendars is the path to fulfillment However these beliefs only bring chaos and stress not peace To combat this the [... more]

With more than verses on money and possessions the Bible contains powerful financial teaching that can change your life So are you using that wisdom to manage your finances On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Sharon Epps to share some powerful financial tips from God rsquo s Word Then Rob will answer your questions on different financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

What does Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls do They are Buckner International's largest humanitarian aid project Their mission is to follow Jesus' example by serving vulnerable children families and seniors One way they do that is through partnerships like Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls where they come alongside believers in churches businesses and families throughout the U S to provide new shoes for children worldwide Why are shoes important for health education and opportunity especially in underdeveloped countries Children can't go to school without shoes in many countries where they work so Buckner promotes education by providing that gift Additionally [... more]

The -Step Process For How Busy Moms Or Stay-At-Home Dads Can Get Control Of Their TimePrayStarting our day in a posture of prayer and reliance on the Lord instead of trying to white-knuckle our way through life in our strength changes how we approach life We feel a lot less stressed and more at peace and it helps us focus our energy on those things that truly matter in Eternity This can look like quick flare prayers we shoot up throughout the day when we feel overwhelmed aren't sure how to approach something or just feel extra tired or weary [... more]

The Danger Of CovetousnessCovetousness is what happens when you see someone else's possessions and want them for yourself It's part envy and part greed and completely sinful But what's so dangerous about that kind of desire Well like any sin its first effect is to draw you away from a right relationship with God Envy can also destroy your relationships with other people When you're zeroing in on getting and keeping what you want you're putting your fleshly desires in God's place Selfishness obliterates your ability to love God and other people One problem with a materialistic mindset is that [... more]

Relational Effects Of Lending MoneyProverbs reads The borrower becomes slave to the lender Lending money can hurt a relationship And that can happen whether you lend the money or not You're between a rock and a hard place and it seems like either way someone may end up resentful There are really only three things that can happen and only one of them is good If you decide not to lend the money the other person could be upset If you do lend the money and the other person doesn't repay it you'll probably be upset It's only the third [... more]

Albert Einstein is credited with saying that the power of compounding is the eighth wonder of the world and He who understands it earns it he who doesn't pays it And Ron Blue shares a story for us about a couple who apparently understood this very well I received a call from my -something-year old son awhile back He'd been married for some time and he is a teacher and his wife Ann was a teacher And his question to me was Dad he said You know Ann and I are just teachers and we're just never going to have [... more]

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding In all your ways acknowledge him and he will make straight your paths - Proverbs - Why are people so worried about the economy these days Part of the issue is concern about a number of factors including the upcoming US election high inflation high interest rates and various geopolitical issues like what's happening with China Taiwan Ukraine and the Middle East How are people dealing with this uncertainty Uncertainty for many people leads to fear especially for those on a fixed budget or [... more]

From the time we rsquo re children and well into adulthood we attach ourselves to our possessions Ultimately the love of stuff leads to discontentment but God rsquo s Word shows us a better way On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will help us consider a biblical perspective on material possessions Then he rsquo ll take some calls and answer various financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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]

THE IMPORTANCE OF A HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE IN ESTATE PLANNINGA Health Care Directive also recognized as a living will Medical Directive or Durable Health Care Power of Attorney is an indispensable legal document outlining your medical care preferences when you're unable to communicate It plays a critical role in estate planning ensuring your medical and end-of-life wishes are honored KEY COMPONENTS OF A HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE Understanding Its Purpose A Health Care Directive specifies your wishes for medical treatment end-of-life care and the handling of your remains eliminating uncertainty for your family during difficult times Choosing an Agent Select a [... more]

Are you so busy depending on yourself to make ends meet that you rsquo re not trusting God to meet your needs If so you may be realizing when you leave God out of the equation things just don rsquo t add up On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about trusting God with your money matters Then he rsquo ll answer some calls and financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Not everyone needs to have a trust in their estate plan But everyone needs at least a will And some folks might need both On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about what you need to create the best plan for how your estate will pass to your heirs Then he rsquo ll answer some calls and various financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

WILL BASICS A will is a simpler document that names an executor and beneficiaries It must go through probate court and becomes public record potentially delaying heirs' access to assets Drafting a will through an estate attorney is recommended to minimize probate delays typically costing around TRUST BASICS Trusts manage assets both before and after death bypassing probate and keeping transactions private Types include revocable living and irrevocable trusts with the former being alterable during the grantor's lifetime Trusts can designate a successor trustee to manage assets if the grantor becomes incapacitated ensuring continuity and privacy KEY REASONS FOR A [... more]

Corinthians So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do do all to the glory of God Chad Horning is the president of Praxis Mutual Funds an underwriter of this program and one of the oldest faith-based mutual funds in the country WHAT DOES FAITH BASED INVESTING MEAN TO PRAXIS At Praxis Faith Based Investing is all about letting your faith guide your investment decisions It's not just about smart money moves it's about aligning those moves with your Christian principles This approach is key for those looking to ensure their investments reflect their values The idea here is [... more]

FINDING PEACE IN UNCERTAIN TIMESNavigating Financial Uncertainty In today's world uncertainty abounds especially in financial matters like home-buying career changes and retirement This uncertainty often leads to worry and sleepless nights Guidance from Scripture Drawing from Psalm we find reassurance that God's Word illuminates our path preventing us from stumbling in the darkness of uncertainty Casting Anxiety on God First Peter - reminds us that God cares for us deeply encouraging us to cast all our anxieties on Him through humble submission FOUR STEPS TO CONQUERING ANXIETYStep One Rejoice in the Lord Philippians instructs us to rejoice always recognizing that [... more]

You might look like you're doing fine on the outside but how's your heart these days Perhaps it's time for some introspection and some reassurance from God's Word On tpoday's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about how we can do a financial heart check to make sure we're living with the right attitudes when it comes to money and possessions Then he'll answer some calls and various financial questions See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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]

THE DECLINING MARRIAGE RATE AND ITS FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Studies consistently show that married people fare better financially than single people Significantly better But the marriage rate in America continues to fall The percentage of adults living with a spouse dropped from to over the last decade continuing a trend that started when of adults were married in This trend affects millennials significantly with only choosing to marry potentially missing out on the financial benefits associated with marital status THE FINANCIAL ADVANTAGE OF MARRIED COUPLES Married couples generally have a higher median net worth at all age levels compared to unmarried [... more]

THE DANGERS OF LOVING MONEY AND THE CHRISTIAN RESPONSESome people view money as the source of life's greatest pleasures equating it with security success freedom and power However the Biblical perspective emphasizes trust in Jesus rather than in fleeting worldly possessions THE PROBLEMS WITH LOVING MONEY Timothy warns about the love of money being the root of all kinds of evils emphasizing the destruction and ruin it can bring Loving money leads to a life-destroying path marked by temptation and harmful desires It can cause us to stray from our faith experiencing deep sorrow as a result Money can become [... more]

Art Rainer is author of the brand new book Money in the Light of Eternity What the Bible Says about Your Financial Purpose He's also a frequent contributor here at FaithFi EVERY SPENDING DECISION IS A SPIRITUAL DECISIONArt Rainer emphasizes Jesus' words that where one's treasure is their heart will also be The Bible with over verses on money shows its spiritual significance Managing money well reflects trust in God's promises and provision Trusting God with finances is as crucial as trusting Him with one's soul GOD'S PROMISES God promises to provide and bless those who give demonstrating His commitment [... 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]

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]

Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established Proverbs Howard Dayton is the founder of Compass Finances God's Way and the former host of this program HOW DOES A SPENDING PLAN HELP WITH MANAGING YOUR MONEY AND REDUCING YOUR DEBT Howard founder of Compass Finances God's Way introduces the concept of a spending plan budget He explains that a spending plan is not just about restricting expenses but is a strategic tool that helps direct money towards achieving life goals and reducing debt The plan also controls impulse spending and is flexible enough to adjust as [... more]

Matthew - Consider the lilies of the field how they grow they neither toil nor spin yet I tell you even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these John Putnam is a certified financial planner a Certified Kingdom Advisor and founder of Smarter Stewardship a marketplace ministry HOW DO YOU COUNSEL PEOPLE WHO WORRY ABOUT MONEY ESPECIALLY WITH TALK OF A LOOMING RECESSION John Putnam discusses Matthew - and what it teaches us about God's provision and the importance of not being anxious Focus on God's provision as shown in nature to minimize worry Striving [... more]

You won't find the word budget in the Bible but it does say a lot about stewardship and budgeting is stewardship Having a spending plan and sticking to it is the only way to control your money stay out of debt and gain peace of mind about your finances When you practice faithful stewardship you no longer have to worry about your money because you've accepted that it's God's money He owns everything So budgeting is a key part of stewardship BIBLICAL BASIS FOR BUDGETINGProverbs emphasizes the need to be aware of one's assets Know well the condition of your [... more]

The following is an encore presentation from Tithing is fairly simple in your working years Your only decision is whether to tithe on your net or gross income But tithing becomes a bit more complicated when you retire So we're bringing in an expert to help simplify things today on Faith and Finance Anthony Saffer is a Certified Financial Planner with One Degree Advisorswhere they've put together a handy resource to help you decide how to tithe in retirement WHY TITHE Let's start by laying the biblical foundation for tithing because some folks will argue that Christians today are no [... more]

God rsquo s Word contains dozens of verses about repaying debt but they are usually from the perspective of owing money to others But what if someone owes us money On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about the process you can use to reconcile unpaid debt when someone owes you money Then Rob will answer some questions on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The following is an encore presentation from God's Word contains dozens of verses about repaying debt but usually from the perspective of owing it to others Another example of this is Ecclesiastes It reads It is better that you should not vow than that you should vow and not pay We have to dig a little deeper to discern God's will for us when someone owes us money but one thing is very clear - the Lord expects us to act differently than the world For one thing if the one who owes you is a fellow believer you should [... more]

The following is an encore presentation from April is just hours away and it's one of our favorite months of the year That's because April is Financial Literacy Month This event began some two decades ago to raise awareness about the critical need for financial literacy It's just as important as learning to read and write We'll talk about that on Faith and Finance It's not quite April yet but we want to give you a head start on gaining financial literacy It's important because if you don't know how to set up a budget handle credit cards responsibly or [... more]

With everything going on in Israel right now why is it important to funnel resources to Lebanon Because the level of despair in Lebanon is at an historic high And Because God is working there like never beforeThere is an urgency to this situation - million refugees in a country of only million More per square mile than any place in the worldA collapsed economy - World Bank calling it the worst economic collapse in years of everyone living there needing aid and of every refugee family looking for their next meal In the middle of this despair though - [... more]

If you have some money you rsquo d like to give to God rsquo s Kingdom before the end of the year you might be swamped with requests to donate So how do you decide where to give On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Sharon Epps to share some advice on how to make those year-end giving decisions Then Rob will answer some financial questions on various topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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]

If you've made a resolution to manage your money better this year how can you be sure to keep it for the long haul Today we'll help you avoid the pitfalls of resolution failure No matter when you make them resolutions are hard to keep The most common excuses for giving up on our resolutions are lack of willpower forgetfulness and plain old laziness Break old habits and develop new good habits Make a clear plan Financial resolutions are almost guaranteed to fail if you don't set up a budget Have accountability Don't go it alone Don't do it all [... more]

In the Christmas Story found in Luke Chapter the angels announce the coming of the Savior to a group of shepherds Now it may sound simple enough but there rsquo s more to the story that many of us may not have considered nbsp On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome economist Jerry Bowyer to give us a whole new look at the Christmas Story Then Rob will answer some calls and financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Most people understand that time has value Maybe that rsquo s why we often use the expression ldquo spending time rdquo nbsp But what a lot of folks don rsquo t realize is just how valuable time really is On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about leveraging your time so you can use it more productively for your yourself your family and God rsquo s Kingdom Then he'll answer your calls and financial questions See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

UNDERSTANDING TIME'S WORTH IN GOD'S PERSPECTIVE God values our time as evidenced by Psalm which states Teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom James reminds us of the fleeting nature of life saying You do not know what tomorrow will bring What is your life For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes Realizing the value of time can influence how we approach work and manage our finances CALCULATING REAL HOURLY WAGE To understand what our time on the job is really worth subtract taxes including Social [... more]

Art Rainer is a regular contributor here at Faith and Finance and the author of several books including The Marriage Challenge A Finance Guide for Married Couples WHAT ARE SOME WARNING SIGNS THAT INDICATE A COUPLE MAY HAVE PROBLEMS WITH MONEY Frequent heated arguments about money are a major red flag It's concerning if discussions about budgeting spending debt or giving lead to intense disagreements Financial infidelity is another critical issue This includes hiding purchases maintaining secret bank accounts or credit cards or exceeding spending limits without informing the spouse Using money as a weapon in the relationship is a [... more]

We're coming up to the end of the year and that means it's time to make decisions about year-end giving And as you make those choices it's important to understand the power that generosity has especially within our materialistic society On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will be joined by Randy Alcorn who will share some giving guidelines that will help you fight the temptation of materialism See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Randy Alcorn is the author of over books on Christian Living and the founder and director of Eternal Perspective Ministries WHY IS MATERIALISM A CHALLENGE ESPECIALLY IN AMERICA Materialism is a significant challenge especially in America because it acts like a false god or idol as identified by Jesus This idolatry of materialism is often overlooked in our culture Accumulating possessions leads to being in orbit around our wealth even for Christians striving to honor God Materialism likened to a false god 'mammon' exerts a powerful hold over people's lives The accumulation of possessions creates a gravitational pull making us [... more]

We want to thank the folks at the National Christian Foundation for a great article on an alternative way to give and a new twist in Here are some alternative giving strategies for those of you who might be feeling the pinch financially but still have a heart to support your favorite charities Drawing on insights from an article by the National Christian Foundation we're focusing on using your IRA for charitable giving Of course these are general recommendations and may not apply to everyone You should consult with your CPA for specific advice based on your circumstances Okay here [... more]

Cole Pearson is the President of Investment Solutions at OneAscent which is a family of companies dedicated to faith-based investing and an underwriter of this program HOW DOES ONE ASCENT VIEW INTERNATIONAL INVESTING One Ascent views international investing as a critical component of a well-diversified investment portfolio They believe that investing in international markets can mitigate risks and potentially enhance returns Historical data shows that international markets have outperformed U S markets in several decades highlighting the importance of global diversification IS VALUES-BASED INVESTING POSSIBLE WHEN INVESTING ABROAD One Ascent strongly believes that values-based investing is achievable globally They emphasize [... more]

WHAT DOES A MOVEMENT OF FAITHFUL STEWARDS LOOK LIKE AND WHAT IS FAITHFI TRYING TO ACHIEVE FaithFi aims to integrate faith into financial decisions moving beyond just wise money management The mission is to help Christians see their finances through the lens of faith as every aspect of life including finances should be influenced by faith FaithFi supports this integration recognizing the challenge but stressing its importance The goal is to guide Christians to be good stewards of their resources It's about integrating faith and finances not just being wise with money FaithFi's mission is to equip Christians to integrate [... more]

WHAT IS ALPHA IN INVESTING AND CAN YOU EXPLAIN THE FIRST THREE SOURCES OF IT Alpha refers to an investor making higher returns than the overall market The first source is having access to superior information like fundamental investors using detailed research The second source is better processing of information where quantitative investors use models and patterns The third source involves exploiting irrational behavioral biases in other investors like investing contrary to market trends EVENTIDE NOW SUGGESTS A FOURTH SOURCE OF ALPHA WHAT IS IT The fourth source comes from a biblical worldview focusing on why to invest not just [... more]

God rsquo s Word tells us to thank the Lord no matter what we rsquo re experiencing but these days that can be a bit of a challenge On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will recount some details about the first Thanksgiving allowing the pilgrims rsquo story to serve as a reminder to us of the things we can be grateful for Then Rob he rsquo ll tackle some questions on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]