Faith & Finance Minute

If the best time to invest was 20 years ago, Rob West reminds us that the next best time to invest is now! He shares a few simple steps to start you out on the investing journey because a little invested today can grow to a lot tomorrow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Was your first experience managing money by playing Monopoly? Rob West celebrates the anniversary of the game by reflecting on a few crucial lessons learned from playing it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

High pressure sales pitches designed to make you buy before you think. Rob West shares some things to consider when you come across one of these, how to evaluate if you really need the item and how to really get the best deal for it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you are one of the 30% of Christians that desire to give more than you did last year, Rob West has three practical steps to help you free up extra money to give away. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Being successful at your work in the sight of God is different than in the sight of man. Rob West explains that’s because there’s more to our jobs than just earning money... God wants to live through us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you are in a storm right now, financial or otherwise, Rob West reminds you from the story of the storm on the Sea of Galilee that Jesus not only cares, but he can calm the winds and waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Leap Day is a special day added every four years to straighten our calendars out. Rob West compares Leap Day to our budgets... You may have to tweak your budget when it and the “real world” start to diverge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What to do with a variable income in budgeting? Rob West says it does not need to be complicated. He shares some tips for getting a reasonable monthly figure to budget with. Then just spend less than you earn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facing the future with confidence! Rob West shares from Psalm 112 that even though we do not know what the future holds, the Lord will guard us and keep us now — and in all the years to come. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob West quotes from David McConaughy who wrote a book titled Money: The Acid Test. "Spending protects from miserliness; saving from wastefulness; [and] giving from selfishness." Day after day, money tests the quality of our spiritual maturity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Investing involves giving up access to some of your money now in hopes of a bigger pay-off later. Rob West shares some approaches to long-term savings so you can begin planning for the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you understand credit scores? Rob West says it's easy... if you know how! He shares a quick primer on how your credit score is calculated so that you can take some steps to make it improve. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob West shares from Jesus' words in Luke 16:11 to encourage us to manage our money according to God's financial principles to allow Him to sharpen and discipline us, “If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches?” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Money - is it "good" or "bad"? Rob West explains that money itself is neither good or bad but it's all about our perspective on money. He explains a good way to align our attitudes with God's word is to be generous... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob West shares some financial advice from our first president on President's Day! George Washington had a way with words addressing a man who owed him money but was asking to borrow even more money from others. That's not the way to get out of debt... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Memorizing Bible verses helps in your money management! Rob West shares from 1 Chronicles 29 to show us that giving is an acknowledgment that God owns it all. When we give, we simply return a portion of what God has first given to us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The season of Lent is here, a time to examine to see if your life is a good one. Rob West points to Paul's admonition, "Examine yourselves to see if your faith is genuine," in considering our attitude toward money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Valentine’s Day... a beautiful tradition or a holiday invented by florists and greeting card companies? Either way, Rob West shares some tips to show someone you care without breaking the bank! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you're a Christian wanting to start a business this year, Rob West suggest you do it "By the Book". He shares some tips from the late Larry Burkett to describe what a biblical business startup looks like. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If Jesus was ridiculed, you may be as well. Rob West shares from Luke 16 how the Pharisees "who were lovers of money" reacted to Jesus statement, "No servant can serve two masters…. You cannot serve God and money." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When you set up a budget and adopt a new approach to managing your money, progress may initially seem almost imperceptible. But as the weeks and months pass, you’ll start to realize things are slowly improving. Rob West compares this process to the increased daylight we are experiencing every day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“Buy Now and Pay No Interest for 6-months, or a year,” sounds like an easy way to get what you want, and save on interest. But Rob West warns if you don’t pay off the entire balance by the time it’s due, you’ll owe every dime of back interest! Better to save and pay cash. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Credit cards may be helpful for earning reward points, but Rob West points out that many folks end up making late payments and are charged fees that blow out those rewards. Play it safe - pay off your credit card every month! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The experts say the economy is doing great, but how are you doing? Rob West encourages us to live as frugally as possible and not dip into our savings if we can avoid it... especially if we are having a hard time making ends meet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Quitting New Years resolutions is common... especially when you aren’t seeing results. Rob West encourages us to push through, with the exercise routine and our budgets too! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The film Groundhog Day, about a TV weatherman who has to live the same day over and over and over again until he learns an important lesson is much like how many handle money. We repeat the cycle of earning and spending but never seem to get ahead in our finances. Rob West offers some ways to break the cycle! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many listeners ask, “Are we still under the law to tithe?” Or— “Can I give my tithe to a different church or ministry?” Rob West will explain from Acts 2 & 4 that our first fruits should go to the local church. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Managing money without a budget — or a cash-flow plan — is like driving when you can’t see the lane markings. You don’t have points of reference to guide you. Just as with driving, you need clear reference points for managing your money, so you can stay on track — and avoid danger. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saving requires discipline, so it’s important to be diligent to set goals to make your finances a priority. And ask God for help in meeting your goals. Matthew 7:7 says, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There are two key variables in personal financial management. The first variable is how much income you have — and that’s important. But more important is how much you spend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our job is to be faithful to whatever assignment God has given us — doing our best to serve the one who has gone away, but will return. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Folks who manage money wisely know there’s one non-negotiable requirement for achieving financial freedom … learning to live below your means. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s perfectly fine to enjoy God’s blessings … but don’t let material things push Him aside. God alone wants to meet your needs and give you peace and fulfillment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s tax season again … and the good news is … you have less than a one percent chance of being audited by the IRS. The bad news is … mistakes on your return could increase those odds significantly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The next time God gives you a surplus, ask him how you should use it. Perhaps you should give it away, or save it for a future need, or some combination of both. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A system that enables you to plan and keep track is crucial to avoiding confusion and making the most of what you have. We’d love to help you get better “standardized” with your money in 2024. If you’d like to learn about our FaithFi app, drop by our website: FaithFi.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can we be content? By knowing we “can do all things through Christ, who strengthens us.” No matter what happens with the economy, finding our strength in God— and trusting Him— is the key to contentment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, Rob offers some helpful tips on how to lower your heating bills. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What are your financial priorities? After you pay your bills, what are you going to do with the rest of the money you earn in 2024? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fewer than a quarter of folks in the average church congregation tithe. It seems the wealthier we become— the less we give back to God. If you’re struggling with fear … in earnest prayer ask God to conform your will to His. He’ll give you clear direction on how much you should give. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Keep a 30-day list. Jot down everything you see and want to buy— but don’t absolutely need— and the date. Purchase only essentials during that time. When the 30 days are up … chances are you won’t want the item any longer … and you get to keep your money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We all want to enjoy God’s blessings when we’re faithful— but we don’t always want to accept his correction when we fall short. His financial principles are wise— but they’re also practical. When you obey Him— you generally prosper. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the best ways to avoid “financial wrecks” is to have a “space cushion” — something that allows you “room to maneuver” in difficult situations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Proverbs 21:5, King Solomon tells us, “Everyone who is hasty comes surely to poverty.”And in Proverbs 28:20, “A faithful man will abound with blessings, but whoever hastens to be rich will not go unpunished.”If something sounds too good to be true, it almost always is. Make investment decisions based on a long range plan and don’t try to time the market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Learning to be a bit more frugal with your finances will help you fight inflation— so you have money for the things you truly need. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, Rob West takes a look at some old systems that need improvement. January is a perfect time to review old ways and refresh your systems. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

True life isn’t about what we own, but about loving God and loving other people. That’s worth reflecting on as we start a new year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Isaiah 55:8 says, “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord.Like the free gift of salvation— God’s financial principles are out of sync with the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's no better 2024 resolution than this: Using your financial resources to glorify God, and giving him “the best part” — or the first part — “of everything we produce.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We talk a lot about getting out of debt, but there is one debt we can never repay — the debt of gratitude we owe for all the ways God has blessed us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.