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Finishing Well
Hans Scheil
February 01, 2025
Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week they discuss using life insurance at to plan your estate Don t forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
January 17, 2025
One of the most common questions people ask is How much will I need to retire The answer is It depends It depends on your lifestyle needs and one key factor how much you re willing and able to cut from your budget Let s explore how thoughtful adjustments can help you bridge the retirement income gap and make this season of life meaningful and fulfilling Understanding Retirement IncomeMost retirees experience a drop in income While many work-related expenses disappear like commuting clothing and dining out studies show the average retirement budget is about of pre-retirement income Experts generally recommend [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
January 14, 2025
Losing a loved one is a time of profound grief and confusion and the practical tasks that follow can feel overwhelming Settling a loved one s estate requires careful attention and preparation Let s walk through six financial steps to take during this challenging time all underpinned by prayer and reliance on God s guidance Begin with PrayerBefore addressing financial matters take time to pray Invite God into your decisions and ask for wisdom James reminds us If any of you lacks wisdom let him ask God who gives generously to all without reproach and it will be given him [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
December 09, 2024
Hey open enrollment ends in just a few days have you decided on a new health insurance plan yet If not you might not have to What if there was another way a biblical solution for meeting your healthcare costs Let s explore medical cost sharing a faith-based alternative to traditional health insurance that could save you hundreds of dollars a month What Is Medical Cost Sharing Medical cost sharing is a cooperative approach to healthcare expenses rooted in biblical principles It s an alternative to traditional health insurance in which members share each other's medical costs The concept is [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
December 06, 2024
In Mark Jesus tells us A man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife and the two shall become one flesh But does becoming one extend to the checkbook Should husbands and wives have joint or separate bank accounts Let s explore this question and see if the Bible says anything about it What Does the Bible Say About Joint Finances The Bible doesn t specifically address joint or separate bank accounts as their banking looked much different than our modern system today However Scripture provides timeless principles that guide financial unity in marriage Marriage [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
November 15, 2024
A soft answer turns away wrath but a harsh word stirs up anger - Proverbs That verse reminds us to keep a cool head when we experience conflict or crisis in a relationship and maybe even more when that crisis involves the marriage relationship Howard Dayton joins us today to talk about surviving a marriage crisis Howard Dayton is the founder of Compass Financial Ministry and the former host of this program He is also the author of several books on Christian Finance and Stewardship including Money and Marriage God's Way Recognizing the Warning Signs of a Marital CrisisMarriage challenges [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
October 10, 2024
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
October 04, 2024
Ecclesiastes says every man who eats and drinks sees good in all his labor it is the gift of God The Bible calls work a gift But if you have to work more than one job it might not feel like it Today we ll offer a few practical and spiritual insights for working multiple jobs Work A Gift and a StruggleGod created us for work Throughout the Bible we see the importance of work not just for our own benefit but for God s glory From the beginning Adam and Eve s work in the garden was meant to [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 30, 2024
God s Word says a husband and wife become one flesh but it doesn t say anything about prenups It s true you won t find prenuptial agreement in your concordance So does that mean a Christian should never have one God s Design for Marriage Oneness and CovenantA prenuptial agreement prenup is a legal contract that couples agree to before marriage outlining how their assets money property and other possessions will be divided if they divorce While this can seem like a practical way to handle complex financial conversations many wonder if it aligns with God s design for [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 16, 2024
They say life insurance is like a parachute If you don t have it the first time odds are you won t need it again While that s a funny line all kidding aside life insurance is the only way most people can provide for their families if they should die But what happens when it ends Term life insurance is often recommended due to its simplicity and affordability Unlike whole life insurance it doesn t combine investing with a death benefit allowing you to invest separately for better financial returns But when your term life insurance expires what should [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 13, 2024
Student loan forgiveness is much in the news these days It s on It s off It s on again maybe What s the lesson here The lesson is this Avoiding student loan debt is much easier than getting out of it It just takes discipline We ll talk about that with Dr Art Rainer today Dr Art Rainer is the founder of the Institute for Christian Financial Health and Christian Money Solutions He is a regular contributor here at Faith Finance and the author of The Money Challenge for Teens Prepare for College Run from Debt and Live Generously [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 12, 2024
Look at the birds of the air they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns and yet your heavenly Father feeds them Are you not of more value than they - Matthew God has promised to provide and He is ever faithful Knowing that is one thing believing and living by it is another Taylor Standridge and Chad Clark join us today to launch a brand new tool to help you overcome financial fear and anxiety Taylor Standridge and Chad Clark along with Carolyn Calupca are the authors of the new FaithFi devotional Look At The Sparrows A -Day [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 09, 2024
You ve saved up your downpayment and found the perfect house to buy But have you considered closing costs They re really the first big expense you ll have with home ownership Which can you negotiate and which are set in stone The Hidden Costs of Homebuying What You Need to Know About Closing CostsBuying a home is an exciting milestone but amidst the thrill of owning your first house it s easy to overlook the long list of closing costs that come with it Many people think that because these costs are often rolled into the mortgage they don [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 26, 2024
Psychologist and educator Fitzhugh Dodson wrote Without goals and plans to reach them you are like a ship that has set sail with no destination Of course goals don t amount to much unless you have a plan to reach them That planning should involve more than building your net worth Ron Anderson joins us today to discuss life planning what is it how to do it and why you should Ron Anderson is the Founder President of Plan A Wealth Management in Lincoln Nebraska What Is Life Planning Life planning goes beyond setting financial goals it s about discovering [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 30, 2024
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 29, 2024
If you have school-age children you know that we ve entered one of the year's busiest shopping seasons It s true families are gearing up to send kids back to school which means a lot of spending So how can you make the most of yours without going into debt As summer winds down retailers gear up for their own version of Christmas back-to-school shopping season A recent survey by NerdWallet reveals that parents of K- and college students plan to spend an average of on school supplies and clothing this year Unfortunately this can lead to financial strain with [... more]
Planning Matters Radio
Peter Richon
July 13, 2024
There are key areas most people in their s and s miss when it comes to financial planning In this video Peter Richon with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy discuss how to avoid those pitfalls and Peter breaks down the steps you need to take now to set yourself up for financial success Bank Savings Emergency Fund liquidity is key And it will ensure you don't have to borrow money at high interest rates Life Insurance protect yourself and your family in case the worst happens Open and Invest in a Roth take advantage of today's historically low tax rate [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 10, 2024
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth The earth was without form and void and darkness was over the face of the deep - Genesis - I m sure you re more than familiar with those first lines of the Bible but are you aware of the economic implications of the creation story Jerry Bowyer fills us in today 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 also [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 04, 2024
It s the th of July the day we celebrate our nation s independence It s also a great day to take stock of your financial independence Are you on the road to financial freedom Or are you falling under the bondage of money It s one or the other Either you control your money or your money controls you The Gift of Financial FreedomIndependence gave our nation freedom and financial independence provides us with the freedom to make choices When we control our money we can decide where and how we live where we work and how much we [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 02, 2024
Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the U S today You might assume that we have a major anxiety problem just by the number of commercials you see for new medicines to treat these disorders but is anxiety really a new thing The Reality Of AnxietyModern medicine recognizes anxiety in many forms generalized anxiety disorder panic disorder social anxiety and various phobias Data shows nearly a third of all U S adults will experience some form of anxiety in their lifetime The cost of treating anxiety disorders in the U S runs into [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
June 26, 2024
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
June 11, 2024
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]
Finishing Well
Hans Scheil
May 25, 2024
Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week's discussion is about irrevocable life insurance Don t forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 13, 2024
The word ldquo insurance rdquo isn rsquo t in the Bible but it does say that it rsquo s wise to protect your financial holdings mdash and insurance is one way to do that On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will talk about the different types of insurance and identify all the insurance you need Then he rsquo ll answer your questions on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 13, 2024
Proverbs reads The prudent sees danger and hides himself but the simple go on and suffer for it The word insurance isn't in the Bible but it does say that it's wise to protect your financial holdings and insurance is one way to do that Understanding Essential Insurance PoliciesInsurance is a fundamental aspect of financial planning For most of us unless we have vast wealth diversified across numerous investments insurance serves as a critical safety net So what insurance policies are necessary Auto and Home InsuranceAuto insurance is generally required by law if you own a vehicle Homeowners insurance is [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 06, 2024
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
April 25, 2024
The Playbook for Chronic AnxietyIt's generated by assumptions expectations false beliefs and false needs So if we can uncover false needs we can learn to die to them and relax into God's sovereignty This is a compelling way to grow in our relationship with faith We can use our anxiety triggers to open our souls up to God's presence What is an assumption you hold about yourself that's unreasonable If you're a perfectionist almost every assumption you hold about yourself is unreasonable Think about it When was the last time you looked at your work and said That was well [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
April 19, 2024
What does it mean to be Rich Toward God It doesn't mean just giving money and possessions away Anyone can do that And the spiritual ramifications are different depending on your heart But Jesus is inviting us to set our hearts on an imperishable inheritance So here's the context a man from the crowd asks Jesus to settle an inheritance dispute and Jesus deflects that question He gets to the heart of the issue by telling a parable about man's greed and envy not just the man who asked the question or had the issue but ours So this parable [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
March 20, 2024
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
March 18, 2024
Shaun Morgan is the Director of Product Marketing at Eventide Asset Management an underwriter of this program IS THERE A NEED TO REBRAND FAITH-BASED INVESTING Shaun Morgan discusses the ambiguous understanding of Faith-Based Investing among investors who consider faith important in their lives Eventide's survey reveals that terms like Values-Based Investing and Faith-Based Investing often lead to neutral or unfamiliar responses suggesting a gap in communication and understanding The term Faith-Based Investing does not resonate strongly with many even those who prioritize their faith A survey indicates a general lack of awareness and understanding about investing terms related to faith [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
March 07, 2024
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE AND ESTATE PLANNINGProverbs highlights the importance of acting with knowledge in all aspects of life including the preparation for inevitable events like death This preparation involves legal financial and personal readiness to ensure your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for IMPORTANCE OF UPDATED WILLS AND DIRECTIVESHaving updated wills is critical to ensure your wishes are followed after your death with legal powers of attorney and health care directives being equally important An estate attorney is necessary to prepare these documents representing an essential investment in your family's future well-being PREPARING FOR YOUR [... more]
Planning Matters Radio
Peter Richon
February 17, 2024
Roth IRAs are one of the best ways to minimize taxes However many people earn too much to qualify for a Roth IRA single filers who make more than K and married couples who make more than k In this video Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy talk through an alternative for those high earners known as the Rich Person's Roth However it's not a retirement account it's a cash value life insurance policy which also offers tax free growth and tax free withdrawals Cash value life insurance can be a great strategy for certain investors However it's certainly [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
February 16, 2024
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]
Finishing Well
Hans Scheil
January 27, 2024
Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week they discuss how you can purchase long term care life insurance with IRA k money Don t forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
January 24, 2024
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
January 15, 2024
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
January 11, 2024
Art Rainer is Director of the Institute for Christian Financial Health which administers the Certified Christian Financial Counselor program WHAT DO CHRISTIAN FINANCIAL COUNSELORS DO Christian financial counselors aim to integrate God's design into financial decisions They guide individuals and couples through making wise financial choices establishing healthy financial habits and increasing biblical and financial literacy They help you understand and pursue God's design for money They guide you in wise decision-making and developing sound financial habits They increase your understanding of both biblical and financial principles WHO NEEDS A CHRISTIAN FINANCIAL COUNSELOR We actually have a list of signs [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
January 05, 2024
THE ISSUE OF IDENTITY BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE In today's culture there's pressure to define ourselves by worldly standards but for Christians true identity is found in Jesus not in worldly achievements or possessions John says But to all who did receive him who believed in his name he gave the right to become children of God DANGERS OF WORLDLY IDENTITY SPIRITUAL PITFALLS Focusing on wealth or success can lead to pride envy constant comparison worry about finances and disillusionment as these pursuits never truly satisfy Letting money or success define us can make us believe our worth is tied to our [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
December 18, 2023
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]
The Adam Gold Show
Adam Gold
December 06, 2023
Rod Brind rsquo Amour Carolina Hurricanes head coach on their next away game tonight and what he thinks the team needs to do to close out with a win The NBA started a new In-Season Tournament this year does Rod think the NHL should adopt that idea What Rod take a repeat of the style in which the team played in their last game against the Jets in this game against the Oilers How impressed was Rod with Antti Raanta and how he played especially after having some time off nbsp [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
November 20, 2023
Brian Holtz is the Chief Operating Officer at Compass Finances God's Way He's also the author of a brand new book Financial Discipleship for Families Intentionally Raising Faithful Children WHY A BOOK ABOUT MONEY FOR PARENTING Jesus used money in parables to teach spiritual lessons making it relatable and insightful for teaching children Managing money according to God's principles impacts our relationship with Him ACTIVE VS REACTIVE PARENTINGActive parenting involves setting goals and preparing children for future financial decisions Reactive parenting addresses issues only as they arise often in a negative context WHY A BOOK ABOUT MONEY FOR PARENTING Jesus [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
November 10, 2023
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
November 01, 2023
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]
Planning Matters Radio
Peter Richon
October 28, 2023
Long before you leave the workforce talk with your partner about what each of you wants to do where to live and what to spend in retirement In today's video Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy take a closer look at the topics that successful couples asked one another in order to become successful and happy retirees First discuss retirement expectations long before you retire Here are some suggested questions to get the ball rolling How will you spend time together What will you do together What will you do separately How much money will you have saved for [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
October 16, 2023
COMMITMENT TO BIBLICAL FINANCIAL PRINCIPLES Success in various areas including financial life requires strong commitment and adherence to biblical principles Effort is required to attain financial objectives like saving planning paying off debt giving and living with integrity This commitment offers peace contentment and joy Serving God with finances allows participation in his blessings and provides testimonies to inspire others BIBLICAL EXAMPLES OF COMMITMENT The Bible emphasizes commitment through examples in Hebrews showcasing believers prioritizing their faith in God Jesus is the epitome of commitment sacrificing himself for humanity He signifies God's unwavering dedication to us ROLE OF FAITH Faith [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
October 12, 2023
Churches Need to Teach About MoneyWhen Stewardship Sunday comes around some folks find excuses to skip church It's a fact that money isn't a popular sermon topic Well maybe that's because people have the wrong attitude about money We'll talk about that today on Faith and Finance Church leaders who teach God's Word every week understand their responsibility to guide their flocks wisely Sometimes they have to teach on tough topics such as sin spiritual discipline and maybe even Leviticus One of the most awkward sermon subjects though is money Whenever a church leader mentions stewardship or generosity or tithing [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
October 11, 2023
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
October 10, 2023
Steps to Challenge Your Property AssessmentIt's great when the value of your home goes up but there's also a serious downside Homeowners all across America are getting notices that their property taxes are increasing But are those assessments accurate And if not what can you do about it Today we'll give you the steps to challenging your property assessment Real estate analysts correctly predicted a surge in property taxes due to increased home values Although rising home values are beneficial in theory they often lead to increased property taxes that homeowners must pay immediately However homeowners can challenge these tax [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
October 04, 2023
INTEGRITY Beyond being honest it also means strength and dependability CHRISTIANS AND INTEGRITY Called to be honest strong and dependable like a bridge Represent Jesus to the world With God's help Christians persevere through trials James perseverance under trial FOCUS ON FINANCIAL INTEGRITY Your financial behavior reveals a lot about your character Are you being honest and dependable with your money HONESTY Central to integrity Jesus demands honesty from believers Luke Honesty is crucial for effective service in God's kingdom Titus Honest communities prosper Proverbs - Practical aspects Telling the truth on documents fair treatment transparency in financial dealings MORAL [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 25, 2023
If you're not familiar with the latest variation of the individual retirement account it wouldn't be surprising It's only gone into effect this year ABOUT LEGACY IRAs Unlike a traditional IRA a Legacy IRA indirectly provides income to retirees through a Charitable Gift Annuity CGA A CGA is an agreement between a donor and a nonprofit organization where the donor donates assets and the nonprofit provides regular payments for life based on the donated assets keeping the assets upon the donor's death The Legacy IRA allows individuals over the age of with a traditional IRA to take up to as [... more]
Finishing Well
Hans Scheil
September 23, 2023
Hans Robby and Tom are back again this week with a brand new episode This week they discuss income tax for life insurance annuities and hybrid long term care Don t forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 19, 2023
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 18, 2023
First a hat tip to our friends at The Gospel Coalition for a great article on this topic By Baby Boomers are expected to pass nearly trillion in assets to their children primarily millennials Millennials are projected to hold five times as much wealth by compared to today Concerns arise regarding the impact of declining church giving as Boomers pass away Smaller and larger churches alike are experiencing a downturn in giving with even larger evangelical churches seeing a drop during the COVID- pandemic Younger generations prioritize charitable giving potentially offsetting the decline Christian Boomers can influence their adult children's [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 06, 2023
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 01, 2023
As you know we're big fans of planning That's because having a plan is the best way to meet your financial goals or any goals for that matter The question is how to make sure your plans line up with God's will for your life That's important because if you're a Christian and Jesus is your Lord you know his plans are the best In fact it says in Proverbs that Many are the plans in the mind of a man but it is the purpose of the Lord that will succeed The purpose of the Lord will succeed so [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 24, 2023
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 23, 2023
As we often say there are only four things you can do with money Live Give Owe Grow Dessert lovers can picture this as a pie Do you remember when you were a kid and your sibling took a bigger piece of a pie The same thing happens with money When one area of money allocation takes a bigger slice another area must shrink Now most often the world makes money decisions or cuts up their pie in this order Live owe grow give God's order is different Have you noticed that His ways tend to be the opposite of [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 22, 2023
Give justice to the weak and the fatherless maintain the right of the afflicted and the destitute Rescue the weak and the needy deliver them from the hand of the wicked Chikondi Phiri is Country Director of Family Legacy Missions Zambia empowered by Family Legacy Missions International a ministry that is literally changing the lives of thousands of kids in Zambia today Most Americans don't understand how desperate many of Zambia's children are for basic things like food shelter and education In a country with about six and a half million children more than a million are orphaned due to [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 19, 2023
Okay it's time for some true confessions about your giving Has your electronic donation at church every Sunday become a bit automatic Or perhaps you're struggling financially right now so you've reduced your giving and you're feeling a bit guilty Then again perhaps decisions about how much and where to give are causing tension in your marriage so you end up dreading those conversations There are so many ways our generosity can become stale and un-joyful If that's the case for you it's time for a renewed perspective and we're going to help you with that BIBLICAL GENEROSITYLet's begin by [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 18, 2023
Aaron Caid is our go-to guy for what's happening in the banking industry He's the Chief Marketing Officer at Christian Community Credit Union an underwriter of this program Aaron says we are starting to see what could be the next big exodus for Christians in the marketplace today and that is Christians choosing to bank with their values CCCU has been hearing from new members who have joined the credit union after becoming fed up with their secular bank So they decided to go out and find out if this feedback was more than just anecdotal They surveyed over professed [... more]
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