A lifetime income annuity can provide something many retirees value above all else confidence that they won't outlive their income In this episode of Finishing Well certified financial planner Hans Scheil and Host Robby Dilmore explain how a lifetime income annuity fits into a well-designed retirement strategy emphasizing that it's not meant to replace an investment portfolio but to complement it Through several real-life planning examples Hans illustrates how annuities can create a guaranteed stream of lifetime income while working alongside Social Security investments and other retirement assets He also discusses how these products can help reduce longevity risk serve [... more]

Craig stops by the show to share his encyclopedic knowledge of every aisle in Tractor Supply chickens on strike and the exact science of mixing cement for Brian's benefit The guy's also break down the Giants' fourth-quarter collapse Brian's undefeated fashion sense and why turning down offered cake might be a social crime Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices com adchoices [... more]

In this special bonus episode of Words of Life recorded live on Veterans Day we sit down with Major Thomas McWilliams Metro Atlanta Area Commander for The Salvation Army to explore the organization's ongoing commitment to serving those who have served our country Major McWilliams shares the story behind Atlanta's Center of Hope a facility providing veterans experiencing homelessness with more than just a place to stay Through dedicated veteran housing individualized support and assistance navigating VA benefits the program helps veterans regain stability dignity and a path toward self-sufficiency You'll also hear the remarkable story of Mr Lemon a [... more]

Is God's truth effective in a culture that's blurred the line between right and wrong and shifted away from absolute truth Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explains how God can use the world's sense of confusion for the benefit of His purposes ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'The Stranger's Hope' 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 most recent articles [... more]

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]

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]

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]

Share a commentChurch division rarely starts with a big public blowup It starts with a slanted perspective a confident voice and a steady drip of you won't believe what I heard that slowly recruits people into sides We dig into Paul's instructions in Titus for the moment when conflict stops being a misunderstanding and becomes a pattern that threatens the health of the whole congregation We talk about the three markers Paul uses for a factious person and why perverted here is not about scandalous rumors but about a mind turned around From there we get practical about what a [... more]

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]

In this final episode of the parables of Jesus series Major Cam Henderson delves into one of the most intriguing and thought-provoking stories in the New Testament This parable often considered the strangest of them all is a powerful reminder of the importance of using our resources wisely and being faithful in little things The story of the shrewd manager is a masterclass in how to navigate difficult situations and make the most of what we have But beneath its surface-level message this parable is actually a scathing critique of the Pharisees' behavior Major Cam discusses the themes of ambition [... more]

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]

In this episode of Finishing Well certified financial planner and bestselling author Hans Scheil and Host Robby Dilmore explores an innovative and alternative approach to securing long-term care protection funding through annuities Highlighting that many individuals find themselves unable to qualify for traditional long-term care insurance due to sudden health events or strict medical underwriting Scheil introduces a solution that offers a much more flexible path forward Listeners will gain practical insights into how long-term care annuities utilize simplified health statements rather than invasive underwriting making coverage accessible even for individuals managing conditions such as diabetes heart disease stroke cancer [... more]

Rich weighs in on the Packers' Thursday Night Football win over the Panthers in a game that saw Green Bay WR Christian Watson go to the hospital in an ambulance with a chest injury only to return to play in the nd half and followed by Carolina firing their defensive coordinator after the game ers TE George Kittle and wife Claire join Rich to announce the formation of their new The Kittle Fund charity foundation benefiting veterans and children reveal what they would change immediately if they had Commissioner Roger Goodell's power and more Learn more about your ad choices [... more]

Share a comment Engage in good deeds sounds simple until you realize Paul repeats it like a drumbeat and then adds a surprising command be careful about it We dig into what that means and why it matters for everyday Christian living not as performative niceness but as the gospel made visible through action The aim isn't to trade doctrine for activism it's to let good doctrine become a life of application that benefits real people in practical ways We talk about the mindset shift from random acts of kindness to intentional thoughtful service and we break down a three-part [... more]

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]

When you think about leaving an inheritance you probably picture children or grandchildren But what if your next steward isn't a person at all For many Christians leaving a gift to a church ministry or nonprofit organization can be a meaningful way to extend their generosity beyond their lifetime But deciding where when and how to give deserves the same thoughtful preparation we would give to an individual heir Sharon Epps President of Kingdom Advisors and a contributor to FaithFi's new field guide How Do I Prepare the Next Steward joined us today to discuss how believers can make these [... more]

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Ready to grow your wealth with confidence Let's talk ' http www meetwithrosewood com - - Long-term care is one of those retirement expenses nobody exactly looks forward to planning for but ignoring it can leave your nest egg exposed if the bill eventually lands in your lap In this episode John and Jake walk through the different ways retirees can prepare and some strategies that may help keep a major care event from shipwrecking the rest of the plan The right answer depends on how all the pieces of your retirement fit together and which financial levers you have [... more]

Every day we make decisions about money but not every decision is made with intention When it comes to generosity many of us wrestle with the same questions Where should we give How much should we give And does our giving really make a difference With so many worthy causes competing for our attention generosity can easily become reactive rather than intentional Yet Scripture invites us to see giving as something much greater than another financial habit Intentional generosity is an act of discipleship that connects our resources to God's work in the world Generosity Is Part of God's Purpose [... more]