
Faith & Finance Minute
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Ep 318The Joy of Not Wanting Things
Believe it or not, it is possible to find joy in NOT wanting things! Rob West quotes from minimalist Joshua Becker about the freedom found from “being detached” from material goods. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 3175 Good Money Habits for Teens
As a teen, there are some good habits to start to help you be a faithful steward of God’s resources. Rob West shares five good money habits to start working on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 316Eliminate Useless Fees
Useless fees may be wasting more money than you realize. Rob West points out many times we pay these fees and get little in return and shows where to look to cancel them altogether. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 315Generosity Is Good for You
The Lord calls us to give not because He wants something from us but because he wants something FOR us. Rob West shares the God knows generosity makes our lives fuller and freer and brings us joy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 314Giving Breaks the Power of Money
We’re commanded to give, not because God needs the money, but to break the power that money has in our lives. Rob West encourages if we have a problem giving, the solution is... giving! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 313The Other Side of Retirement Finances
When we think about financial preparations for retirement, most of us focus on saving and investing. Rob West shares there is another side though, the spending side. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 312He Ascended Into Heaven
Today is Ascension Day, commemorating when our Lord returned to heaven. Rob West points out the ascension makes possible Jesus' intercession on our behalf and that should encourage us in our roles as stewards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 311The Sin of Envy
It used to be that envy was looked down on but today it’s almost seen as a virtue. Rob West delves into the sin of envy and equates it with jealousy, covetousness and pride. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 3105 Ways To Lose Money
Learning from other people’s mistakes (especially with money) is priceless. Rob West shares five ways other folks have lost money, so you can avoid them! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 309A Simple Money Management Framework
Money management can get complicated, so Rob West will simplify it for you. There are four main things you can do with money - Live, Give, Owe, and Grow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 308Early Mortgage Payoff
Rob West shares a way to put tens of thousands of dollars in your pocket! No, it's not a get rich quick scheme, it’s a get rich slowly scheme by paying off your mortgage early! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 307The National Day of Prayer
For this National Day of Prayer, Rob West shares a prayer from the book of 2nd Samuel focusing on the theme of this year's event - “Lift Up the Word, Light Up the World.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 306The Danger of No Redundancy
The Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed because it had no redundancy in it's design. Rob West compares that to our finances, if we have no savings redundancy plan an unexpected expense may collapse our budget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 305Three Principles of Stewardship
Christians are to be different and apart from the world, and a good way to start is by practicing stewardship. Rob West points out that true stewardship stands out from the attitudes of the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 304Troubles and Blessings
No one wants trouble. But if and when trouble happens like a job loss, Rob West suggests you ask God to use it to bless you in ways that make you a better steward and more mature disciple of Jesus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 303Spring Cleaning Your Finances
Spring is when many people do a thorough cleaning of their homes... washing the curtains, shampooing the carpets, cleaning out the garage. Rob West suggests “spring cleaning” your finances, too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 302When To File an Insurance Claim
It’s prudent to have insurance, but it’s also wise to keep your premiums low. Rob West helps us walk the line between filing a claim or taking on the repair expenses ourselves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 301Senior Financial Exploitation
The financial exploitation of older Americans is a growing problem. Rob West warns of two phone scams aimed at seniors to empty their bank accounts. If you know any seniors, warn them about these frauds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 300The Lord Gives and the Lord Takes Away
It’s easy to be thankful when things go our way... when God pours blessing on us. But what about when the Lord takes away? Rob West shares examples from the Old Testament and New of saints that “exult in the Lord and rejoice in the God of his salvation” even if God took everything away. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 299Past Performance and Future Results
“Past performance is no guarantee of future results.” Rob West points out that investment disclaimer has a negative sense. But it works the opposite way, too. Don’t be too pessimistic or too optimistic. Be realistic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 298Steps To Saving Money
Shouldn’t not doing something be easier than doing it? Rob West says it seems logical, but why then is it so difficult not to spend? Developing the habit of saving will dramatically improve your life, your relationships and your ability to be used by God. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 297Know Your Numbers
To make progress in your finances and stay out of financial trouble, Rob West suggest we remember three key words... “Know your numbers.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 296Paying for Convenience
Convenience costs money and usually the more convenient something is, the more expensive it is. Rob West weighs the cost of convenience purchases verses the time we need to budget every day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 295Do You Trust God, or Do You Just Say That You Trust God?
The late Larry Burket used to ask, “Do you trust God, or do you just say you trust God?” Rob West expands on that question pondering whether the rich or the poor actually trust God more as they give to others. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 294One Flesh, One Bank Account?
Marriage is about leaving and cleaving, becoming one flesh. Along those lines, Rob West points out that having separate bank accounts works against that unity. Marriage is a partnership that requires trust, openness and communication. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 293Fundamental Things to Know About Managing Money
It’s essential to learn the basics. Rob West quotes from financial author Peter Mallouk sharing four things every high school student should learn about money... budgeting, compound interest, loans and credit cards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 292Two More Secrets to Success
Many offer "secrets to success". Rob West has just two more to consider... generosity and patience — the ability to give and to take. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 291Well, That Was a Bad Decision
Have you ever made a bad financial decision? Well, Rob West shares a story about the inventor of the safety pin who potentially lost hundreds of thousands of dollars! We all make mistakes, just learn from them and move on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 290Shopping Tricks
Are you looking for ways to stretch your shopping dollars? Rob West shares three simple tricks that can save you a lot of money and help you stay on budget! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 2893 Crucial Questions About Saving for Retirement
To prepare financially for your retirement years, Rob West has three questions for you to answer... What will your savings need to cover? What is your overall goal? And, how much do you need to save each year to get there? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 288Single Elimination and Second Chances
The Final Four is a single-elimination tournament... One chance. You lose, you’re out. Rob West points out that Lord treats us differently as the God of second chances. Don't give up on being a good steward! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 287Retirement Misconceptions
Are you saving enough for retirement? Rob West says if the answer is "no" you are not alone, and shares some misconceptions that could be the cause of having to delay retirement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 286First Things First
Managing money well starts with first things first. Rob West shares two basic truths from an article writtten by Randy Alcorn that will help make financial decisions clearer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 285The Biggest Wealth Killers
Although there is some difference of opinion regarding what kills wealth in America, Rob West points out three items that investors agree you need to watch out for! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 284Happy April Fools’ Day!
April Fools Day was the old New Years Day! Rob West shares the foolishness of continuing in the old way by comparing celebrating New Years today to leaving your money in low-yielding bank accounts. Don't be an April Fool! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 283Good Friday Reflections
God’s law in both the Old and New Testaments is very clear about the debt we owe for our sins. Rob West reminds us of the good news that Christ’s death on the cross stamped our accounts “paid in full.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 282The Time Remaining
None of us knows how much time we have left. Rob West shares from financial writer Morgan Housel about how our behavior likely would change if we knew time was short versus if we knew we would live to 101. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 281Is Title Theft Insurance Worth It?
Title theft insurance claims to prevent false deed transfers, but is it really necessary? Rob West shares some facts to consider regarding title theft insurance and urges us to save money by passing on it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 280God’s Miraculous Ways
The story of The Widow’s Oil in 2 Kings 4 shows how God can provide in miraculous ways. Rob West shares some applications from from that event to help us follow God’s financial principles and depend on Him for the rest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 279The Things That Don't Happen
Have you ever thanked God for things that don’t happen? Rob West reviews a promise from God in Malachi 3 about some of the subtle and not so subtle things God prevents for those who are obedient to Him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 278Ignore It and It Won’t Go Away
Sometimes problems do take care of themselves— but that’s usually not the case. Rob West warns if you ignore your bills, they definitely won’t go away. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 277A Poem About Giving
To help celebrate World Poetry Day, Rob West shares a poem written by a 19th-century Canadian pastor named Robert Murray. The subject is the grace of giving. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 276The Early Springtime Tug of War
Springtime is here... or is it? Rob West compares the "tug of war" between Winter and Spring to what we often go through in attempting to get our finances in shape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 275Be Diligent About Saving
Do you come by savings naturally? Many savers say it’s a habit they had to learn. Rob West shares some tips to develope diligence and discipline in putting away money regularly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 274None of It Is Yours to Keep
The Apostle Paul says it would be wise for “those who buy something” to live “as if it were not theirs to keep” because “this world in its present form is passing away.” Rob West explores Paul's teaching and encourages us to buy what we need or even want, but none of it is ours to keep. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 273The Ides of March
“Beware the Ides of March" - William Shakespeare. Rob West says we may not be in the same danger of Julius Caesar, but Tax Day is just a month away! Start working on your taxes while you still have plenty of time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 272God’s Will Is Not More Stuff
It’s fine to enjoy God’s blessings but don’t let material things push Him aside. Rob West appeals to us from Scripture to seek God first, not the things of this world because He wants to meet your needs and give you peace. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 271Address Changes
The Postal Service handles more than 30-million address changes a year! To reduce fraud they have new security measures. Rob West reviews some of those changes that may seem like a hassle but may save you from having your identity stolen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 270Faith or Fear about Money?
What motivates you, your faith in the Lord or fear of things you can’t control? Rob West examines the danger of operating in fear and the blessings of seeking God. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 269More Quotable Quotes
Today Rob West shares some quotable quotes worth re-quoting from Morgan Housel, author of the book The Psychology of Money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.