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Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 13, 2026

The Life-Changing Generosity of Adoption & Foster Care with John & Megan Cortines

Sometimes becoming more generous means giving away less money That may sound contradictory especially when we often measure generosity by how much we give But biblical generosity is about far more than a percentage on a spreadsheet It involves surrendering everything God has entrusted to us including our money time homes relationships and even our plans for the future For John and Megan Cortines that lesson became deeply personal when their journey of financial generosity led them somewhere unexpected foster care and adoption Their story reminds us that generosity isn't simply about what we're willing to give away It's about [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 12, 2026

What Are You Passing Forward? with Ron Blue

In a relay race runners don't leave the baton behind They pass it forward to someone prepared to carry it Shouldn't we think about inheritance the same way When we consider leaving an inheritance we naturally focus on the financial resources we'll pass along But an inheritance involves more than transferring money or possessions It also involves preparing the people who will receive them Proverbs reminds us How much better to get wisdom than gold To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver Ron Blue founder of Kingdom Advisors and Blue Trust and a pioneer in Christian financial [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

November 12, 2026

Wise Counsel for Christian Citizens Part 1 (1 Peter 2:16-17)

Share a commentCulture moves fast and it can make you feel old overnight Facts multiply technology resets the rules and even the meaning of freedom gets contested in public life We go to Peter - because it refuses to panic It gives us a grounded way to live with courage and clarity when faith is pushed to the margins and the pressure to stay quiet keeps rising We talk about what it means to act like free people even when circumstances feel restrictive Christian freedom is not wishful thinking and it is not political control It is the deeper liberation [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

November 11, 2026

Footsteps of Peace

When people ask how we're doing we often respond that we're fine considering the circumstances But Dr Tony Evans explains why believers aren't meant to live under their circumstances Discover how the peace God provides can give us stability and confidence even when life feels uncertain [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 11, 2026

How We Make Money Matters with Robin John

Faithful stewardship begins long before we decide how much to give It starts with how we earn save invest and use the resources God has entrusted to us Nearly years ago theologian John Wesley preached a sermon titled The Use of Money offering Christians a framework for managing their finances Make all you can save all you can and give all you can At first glance those three principles might seem like separate financial goals But Wesley intended something far more comprehensive He believed that every aspect of our financial lives should reflect our love for God and neighbor Robin [... more]

If Not For God

Mike Zwick

November 09, 2026

Thanks Living: Discovering the Power of Gratitude, Grace, and a Thankful Heart | Stu Epperson Jr.

What if Thanksgiving wasn't just one day a year but a way of life On this episode of If Not For God with Mike Zwick Mike sits down with Stu Epperson Jr owner of the Truth Network and author of the book Thanks Living to discuss the biblical power of gratitude and why Christians should make thankfulness a daily practice Drawing from Thessalonians which says In everything give thanks for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you Stu explains how gratitude can transform our attitudes strengthen our faith and help us find hope even during life's [... more]

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Skip Heitzig

November 09, 2026

Flight RUT01 - Part B

Can trusting God still be worth it when life takes a painful turn Listen as Pastor Skip shows you why even your hardest circumstances with God are better than anything the world can offer [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 09, 2026

Redeeming Your Goals with Jordan Raynor

Setting goals can be a wise and worthwhile pursuit Whether we're building a career saving for retirement improving our health or investing in our families goals help us live with purpose and intentionality But how do we pursue our ambitions without allowing success to define us Proverbs reminds us The heart of man plans his way but the LORD establishes his steps God never intended for our accomplishments to become the measure of our worth Our identity is secure in Christ not in what we achieve That means we can dream boldly plan wisely and work faithfully while trusting God [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

November 06, 2026

The Beatitudes from Fifty Thousand Feet (Part 2 of 2)

Do you feel blessed when things go well and cursed when you face difficulty Find out why your circumstances aren't a litmus test for whether or not God loves you Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg examines Jesus' Sermon on the Mount ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the special sermon 'The Beatitudes from Fifty Thousand Feet' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 06, 2026

Giving Circles: The Collaborative Power of Shared Generosity with Lacie Stevens

Generosity is often something we practice on our own We identify a need support a ministry or give to a cause we care about But what happens when we invite others to join us Giving circles offer a way to make generosity more collaborative relational and joyful When believers come together with a shared purpose their collective giving can make a meaningful difference not only in the lives of those receiving support but also in the hearts of those giving Lacie Stevens Senior Partner at Generous Giving has seen this firsthand After spending more than two decades as a financial [... more]

The Verdict

John Munro

November 05, 2026

Abandoned by God, Pt. 1

Have you ever felt abandoned by God When your prayers go unanswered and your problems only seem to grow worse In this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro explores the promises of God and the incredible truth that God is always with us If you've ever felt alone or struggled with doubt or despair this message is for you [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 05, 2026

Are We Asking the Right Questions About Investing? with Aimee Minnich

When Christians think about faithful stewardship generosity often comes to mind first We ask how much we should give where our gifts should go and how we can use our resources to bless others But what about the money we don't give away Faithful stewardship extends beyond charitable donations It includes our savings investments businesses and everything else God has entrusted to our care And that raises an important question How can we use all of our resources not just what we give to advance God's purposes Aimee Minnich Co-Founder Chief Impact Officer and General Counsel of the Impact Foundation [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 04, 2026

Should You Be a Landlord?

Owning rental property is a little like ordering pizza with anchovies It might be just what you're looking for but it's certainly not for everyone Rental real estate can be a valuable investment providing additional income and the potential for long-term appreciation But unlike owning stocks or mutual funds rental property requires ongoing attention financial resources and a willingness to handle unexpected challenges Before becoming a landlord it's important to understand both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with owning rental property The Benefits of Owning Rental PropertyThere are several reasons why rental real estate appeals to investors A Steady [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 03, 2026

Navigating the Storms of Life with Howard Dayton

Jesus never promised us a life without trouble In John He tells His disciples In the world you will have tribulation But take heart I have overcome the world Those words remind us that difficulty is an unavoidable part of life but we never have to face it alone Whether we're navigating financial uncertainty a family crisis or an unexpected loss God's presence and faithfulness remain constant Howard Dayton author teacher and founder of Compass Financial Ministry has spent decades helping Christians apply biblical wisdom to their finances In his book Your Money Counts he explores an important question How [... more]

Union Grove Baptist Church

Pastor Josh Evans

November 02, 2026

Isaac | Hebrews 11 | Pastor Josh Evans

What happens when our plans don't line up with God's In Hebrews Isaac's story reminds us that God's purposes are greater than our plans His grace is greater than our failures and His promises are greater than our circumstances Even through a family filled with favoritism and deception God remained faithful to His promise ultimately fulfilled through Jesus Christ Join us as we continue our Hall of Faith series and discover what it means to trust God's plan instead of insisting on our own [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

November 02, 2026

Using Your Investments to Fuel Generosity with Brian Mumbert

Your investments can do more than grow your portfolio They can also create meaningful opportunities to bless others and support the work of God's Kingdom As the end of the year approaches many Christians begin thinking about charitable giving But generosity doesn't have to come exclusively from a checking or savings account Your investment portfolio may offer additional ways to give sometimes with valuable tax advantages Brian Mumbert President and CEO of Timothy Plan a pioneer in the world of faith-based investing joined the show today to discuss how Christians can incorporate generosity into their investment strategies Generosity Begins With [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

November 02, 2026

How to Find and Fulfill God’s Special Purpose for Your Life

What if the security peace and purpose you've been searching for don't come from your circumstances accomplishments or the approval of others Heather Holleman explores what it means to be chosen by God and how that truth can transform the way you face hardship build relationships and live out your calling Discover the freedom that comes from knowing you are God's treasured possession Get Chosen for Christ free with your gift Heather Holleman Audio Collection -- Dive deeper with Heather Holleman through this free collection of Focus on the Family with Jim Daly episodes Explore practical faith-filled insights on understanding [... more]

A Call to the Nation

Carter Conlon

November 01, 2026

When You Come to the Crossroads, Take the Crossroad

A Lighthouse in Darkening Times I'm so thankful for Pastor Tim and I know you are too I'm thankful for the clarion call that is going out from this pulpit and going all over the world By God's grace we're going to continue to lift up our pastor and pray for him And for the burden you have no idea I do Many of you don't have any idea the weight that this pulpit puts on a man It's a phenomenal weight I used to say years ago when I came through the Lincoln Tunnel when I lived in New [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 30, 2026

How Do I Prepare the Next Steward? with David Wills

Someday someone else will steward the resources God has entrusted to you But will they be prepared for that responsibility Many families devote considerable time and attention to estate planning They establish wills create trusts and develop strategies to transfer assets efficiently Those are important steps but they address only part of the challenge Preparing the next steward involves more than preparing an inheritance It involves preparing the person who will receive it David Wills President Emeritus of the National Christian Foundation NCF and a contributor to FaithFi's newest Field Guide How Do I Prepare the Next Steward joined the [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

October 29, 2026

Faith-Based Investing: Separating Fact from Fiction with Mark Regier

You may know how your retirement investments are performing but do you know what they're actually supporting For many Christians stewardship shapes how we earn spend save and give Yet when it comes to investing we may not think much about the companies and industries represented in our portfolios Faith-based investing offers an opportunity to align those decisions more closely with our Christian convictions But what does that look like in practice Does investing according to your values mean sacrificing financial returns And can individual investors really make a difference Mark Regier Vice President of Stewardship Investing at Praxis Investment [... more]