A budget is a plan for managing what God has entrusted to you, not a burden or source of shame. It's a tool for faithfulness, helping you live with biblical wisdom and generosity, and revealing patterns in your spending. Best practices include starting with giving, knowing your true income, giving every dollar a job, planning for irregular expenses, building margin, and reviewing and adjusting your budget regularly. [... more]

Cultivating contentment in a culture that constantly craves more is a learned behavior that requires trust and a deep understanding of one's financial status and the source of wealth. Jeff Mannion, teaching pastor of Ada Bible Church, shares his personal journey of learning contentment and the importance of generosity in breaking the grip of wealth on our lives. By focusing on what we already have and being fully alive to God and the people around us, we can navigate the challenges of prosperity and find true peace and joy. [... more]

Financial unrest affects many people, believers and unbelievers alike, regardless of their financial situation. It's not about money, but about our mindset and the downward pulls of the culture, the enemy, and our own human nature. By identifying and confronting the thoughts triggering unrest, we can separate spiritual fact from fiction and apply biblical solutions to achieve financial rest and peace. [... more]

Rob West discusses six financial choices that can help individuals steward their resources wisely, including choosing to spend with a plan, choosing the right car for their budget, and preparing for the unexpected. He also answers listener questions on topics such as reverse mortgages, charitable donations from IRAs, and finding a certified kingdom advisor. [... more]

A dramatic story of demonic possession and spiritual transformation serves as a powerful reminder of the transforming power of Jesus Christ. The story highlights the struggle between sin and salvation, the importance of faith and obedience, and the need for evangelism and discipleship. It also emphasizes the mercy and redemption offered by Jesus, and the call to Christian living and witness. Ultimately, the story encourages personal transformation and a deeper understanding of the gospel. [... more]

Busyness can be a spiritually dangerous distraction from financial faithfulness, leading to neglect of habits that build long-term stewardship. To stay financially faithful in a busy season, slow down, prioritize what matters most, simplify, remember that small acts of faithfulness matter, and keep the goal in view. Financial decisions should be guided by biblical wisdom, not just transactions, and every dollar earned, spent, saved, or given becomes an opportunity to express what we believe about God. [... more]

Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, lays down his life for his sheep, securing their eternal life and guaranteeing their safe passage into the heavenly fold. He finds, leads, feeds, and carries the sheep, ultimately giving his life for their sins. With his divine love, Jesus Christ saves us from our fallen nature and secures our place in the Father's hands, making us eternally secure and free from destruction. [... more]

Living with a variable income can be stressful, but God's Word offers timeless wisdom for managing finances. Building a plan around your lowest or average income, creating an income holding account, and distinguishing between fixed and flexible expenses can bring stability and peace. Remember, God is not unpredictable, and His provision is faithful. By integrating your faith and financial decisions, you can cultivate faithful stewardship and grow in generosity. [... more]

Genevieve Church, the executive director of City Grazing, shares the story of how her organization uses goats to manage invasive vegetation and prevent fires in San Francisco. From retired dairy goats to rescue goats, Genevieve discusses the unique personalities and needs of each animal, and how they work together to keep the city's parks and green spaces healthy and safe. [... 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]

Chess McCartney, known as the Goat Man, left his family farm at 14 to run away with a circus, where he met his wife, a Spanish knife thrower. After a near-death experience, he dedicated his life to evangelism, traveling across America in a wagon pulled by goats, preaching about the coming of the Lord and selling postcards to make a living. [... more]

A man of iron is characterized by his love for Jesus, his ability to lift up the sword of the Spirit, his living in a spiritual community, and his desire to light up his world with the good news of Jesus Christ. He is a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation, called to proclaim the praises of him who called them out of darkness into marvelous light. [... more]

Christian investors are often unaware of their opportunity to speak into the companies they own through proxy voting, which gives shareholders a voice in corporate governance. Many Christians delegate their vote power to asset managers or advisors who may not share their worldview, leading to their money being used against them. By taking back their voice, Christians can influence companies to stay focused on their core business and not engage in social issues. [... more]

The foundation of modern culture is based on moral relativism, a concept that has no real correspondence to objective truth. This idea has led to a society where people are more concerned with their own preferences and special interests rather than living according to a unified moral standard. The consequences of this are evident in the breakdown of social norms and the erosion of traditional values. [... more]

Moses' life is a complex journey of obedience and disobedience, but it's in the desert that he learns valuable lessons about servanthood and trust, ultimately preparing him for leadership beyond his wildest dreams. [... more]

Sharon Epps shares five financial lessons learned from riding the tram in the Netherlands, including planning in advance, making decisions based on principles, avoiding decision-making traps, seeking godly counsel, and knowing what you have. Rob West provides guidance on investing for college education, rolling over thrift savings plans to IRAs, and navigating CD interest tax implications. [... 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]

Charles Chesma Cartney, known as the Goat Man, left his farm at 14 to join a circus, where he met his wife, a Spanish knife thrower. After four years, they parted ways, and Ches continued to travel, eventually becoming a preacher, dedicating his life to telling people about God's saving grace. He built a wagon pulled by goats and traveled across America, preaching and selling postcards and pictures of himself and his goats. [... more]

The foundation of modern culture is moral relativism, a concept that has no real correspondence to objective truth. This myth has led to a society where preference replaces duty and special interests replace law, resulting in internal warfare between various groups. A Christian life and worldview seeks to establish the rules of thinking, determining what is true, and establishing the rules of right and wrong, which is essential for a functioning society. [... more]

Living paycheck to paycheck can be a sign that something needs to change in your financial handling. Following God's financial principles can bring welcome relief from worrying about money. Understanding and believing in biblical truth is essential, and the first principle you need to grasp is that God owns it all. By putting principle into practice, you can develop a spending plan and manage God's money as his steward or manager of the resources he's temporarily entrusted to you. [... more]