Have a Grateful Thanksgiving
November 23, 2023
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Airing live at 9am CST on American Family Radio, Faith & Finance with Rob West, along with special guests and financial experts, aims to provide biblical wisdom on a variety of financial topics as well as answers to call-in questions. Originating in 1988, Larry Burkett, co-founder of Christian Financial Concepts and Crown Financial Ministries, started a question-and-answer radio program with co-host Steve Moore called “Money Matters”. After Larry’s passing and homegoing in 2003, Crown’s other co-founder, Howard Dayton, became the new host and in 2011, Money Matters was transformed into MoneyWise by Howard’s new organization, Compass Finances God’s Way. In 2017, Kingdom Advisors (another organization Larry Burkett co-founded) acquired the MoneyWise radio broadcast ministry and in January 2023 the ministry changed it's name to Faith & Finance. Today, under the leadership of radio host Rob West, Faith & Finance can be found on your favorite podcast platform and on the AFR website and mobile app.
Happy Thanksgiving. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” God’s Word tells us to thank the Lord no matter what we’re experiencing, and these days that can be a bit of a challenge. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West shares why we should be happy and grateful this Thanksgiving. Then he'll answer some financial questions from our listeners.
If you’re getting cold feet about heating your home this winter, stay tuned. We have a few energy-saving tips for you. With winter setting in, many Americans are bracing for higher gas and electricity costs. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will offer a few cold-weather energy-saving tips for you today. Then he'll answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
C.S. Lewis once said, “You are never too old to set a new goal or dream a new dream.” Retirement from your regular job one day will give you the opportunity to find a new way to serve the Lord. But along the way, you can make mistakes that may slow the process down. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will go over a few so you can avoid them. Then Rob answers calls on a variety of financial topics.
Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go. Even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” – a verse that has inspired many Christian parents to raise their children well. But should that process include teaching their kids about finances? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks with Brian Holtz about financial discipleship for families. Then, Rob answers your questions on various financial topics.
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Money is usually cited as one of the top reasons for divorce. It’s almost never seen as a way to actually strengthen a marriage. But can it be an asset to marriage using the right strategy? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Dr. Gary Chapman to talk about how to make money an asset in your marriage. Then Rob answers some questions on various financial topics.
You’ve been sitting on the sidelines, waiting to buy a home until the market improves. And normally, November through February are the slowest months of the year for home sales. So, will it be a buyer’s market again this winter? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Dale Vermillion to give us his take of the housing market and what we can expect in the coming months. Then Rob answers some financial questions.
Well, it’s open enrollment in America again for health insurance. Millions of folks have to decide on keeping their current plan or going with something else. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks with Lauren Gajdek about a health insurance alternative to consider during open enrollment. Then Rob tackles your questions about finances.
A perfect storm may be coming that could make this Christmas shopping season not enjoyable at all for people with student loan debt. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Neile Simon to share details about a perfect storm that is brewing for debt. Then, Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
There’s no doubt that a reverse mortgage could make your retirement years more comfortable. But are there other reasons to take advantage of this type of loan? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Harlan Accola to give us a fresh look at reverse mortgages. Then, Rob tackles some questions on various financial topics.
Do you like helping people get their finances in order? Maybe you have a gift for numbers? If so, then we have some good news for you. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will get an update from Kurt Cornfield about a career path for undergraduate students in Christian Financial Planning. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
Thanksgiving is just two weeks away. It’s become a frenzy of food preparation and football, and perhaps a holiday we now just take for granted. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Jerry Bowyer. He reflects on what really happened at the first Thanksgiving feast and gives us a whole new reason to be grateful. Then Rob answers some financial questions on various topics.
Say the words “abundant life”, and some people might think you mean material blessings. But when Jesus described that life, He was speaking of so much more beyond material wealth. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about living the abundant life in the way Jesus meant for us to. Then he answers your questions about finances.
If everything we have comes from God—it matters how we use those resources. So how can we leverage what we have for eternal gain? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks with Ken Boa and Russ Crosson about the principles of biblical leverage and using God’s resources for His glory. Then, Rob answers your questions on various financial topics.
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “You can’t out-give God.” And even though that phrase isn’t found in the Bible, it gives us a great excuse to talk about the amazing, life-changing generosity of God. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West explains how God’s generosity changes us. Then he welcomes your calls and financial questions.
Inflation has jacked up the price of just about everything these past three years, but perhaps nothing has been affected so much as used cars. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West looks at current car prices and shares 7 steps for making a wise used car purchase. Then he answers your calls and financial questions.
Giving can be an especially difficult topic for some couples because it involves two issues that are often contentious in their own right–money and religion. So, how can you get on the same page with your spouse about important things like giving? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Ron Blue to talk about what couples should do when they disagree on giving. Then Rob will answer your financial questions.
You may be one of those people who makes a list for everything – groceries, school, work, or packing for vacation. But even if lists aren’t your thing, there is one list everybody needs. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West identifies a list of information you need to have in case of an emergency. Then he tackles your questions about finances.
The holiday season is fast approaching—a time of year when folks naturally look for ways to be more charitable. So, are there ways you can get the most of your year-end giving experience? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk to Jeanne McMains about how you can maximize your generosity by making it a family affair. Then, Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics
Wise preparation is one of the keys to any successful effort—and that includes staying on budget during the holiday shopping season. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about how you can be prepared to avoid emotional buying and impulse spending during the holidays. Then, he answers your calls on various financial topics.
