Proverbs 16:16 says, “How much better to get wisdom than gold! To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.” In a world that chases wealth as the ultimate goal, Scripture calls us to something better—wisdom. Because without Godly wisdom, even abundance can lead us astray. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West welcomes Jim Newheiser to explore why wisdom, not money, is the true measure of success in God’s economy. Then Rob will answer a variety of financial questions. 

Missionary Amy Carmichael once expressed a powerful truth: “You can give without loving, but you cannot love without giving.” That quote reminds us that generosity isn’t just something we do—it reflects who we are in Christ. So, how do we grow into more joyful, intentional givers? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Ron Blue about what he calls “living giving”— and how that mindset can bring real financial freedom. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.

“I said in my heart, ‘Come now, I will test you with pleasure; enjoy yourself.’ But behold, this also was vanity.” — Ecclesiastes 2:1 That verse kicks off one of the boldest experiments in all of Scripture. The Preacher in the book of Ecclesiastes set out to discover whether pleasure could deliver lasting satisfaction. He pursued laughter, wine, work, wealth—every earthly delight you can imagine. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about what he discovered next. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.

God demonstrated the most generous act the world has ever known when He gave His only Son to redeem us all. So then, what should we learn about being generous from the example of the Gospel? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Nathan Harris to talk about how we can practice Gospel generosity. Then, Rob will answer a few financial questions. 

Well, summertime is here—and while the kids are counting down the days until school’s out, parents and grandparents might be counting something else…the cost. But keeping kids entertained during the summer doesn’t have to break the bank. On the next Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will share 10 fun, free things your family can do this summer—activities that build memories, not debt. Then he’ll tackle some financial questions. 

Many of us assume that if we invest our finances in the right places, our affections will follow. But what if the real issue isn’t where our money goes, but what we treasure most? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will explain how we can train our hearts to treasure what’s most important. Then Rob will answer some questions on a variety of financial topics. 

When it comes to saving, spending, and talking about money, our God-given temperament plays a bigger role than we think. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Kathleen Edelman will join Rob West to share how understanding your wiring can lead to better financial decisions and healthier money conversations. Then Rob will tackle some financial questions. 

Life is full of pursuits and ambitions, each one pressing for our attention. Like a collage, the individual pieces may not make sense until we step back and see the bigger picture. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about the gift of perspective—and how viewing our lives through an eternal lens can change everything. Then he'll answer questions on a variety of financial topics.

If we don’t learn to manage money wisely to take control of it, it will soon master us. It’s one way or the other. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Bob Lotich about how to be the master and not the servant when it comes to your money. Then Rob will answer some financial questions.

Dr. Richard Swenson, author of The Overload Syndrome and Margin, writes that… “We must have some room to breathe. We need freedom to think and permission to heal. Our relationships are being starved to death by velocity.” These days, too many of us are physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially overloaded. So, on today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will look at rest from a biblical perspective. Then Rob will answer some financial questions.

You’ve probably heard it—or said it yourself: “I just want my kids to have what I didn’t.” It sounds noble, but it can sometimes lead to financial trouble. On the next Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Dr. Art Rainer about how that mindset can push parents into debt. Then Rob will answer some questions on a variety of financial topics. 

When it comes to managing money wisely, many of us could use some help, but how do you know you’ve found the right financial advisor? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Sharon Epps will join Rob West to explore a few key questions you should ask when hiring someone to help you with your financial decisions. Then Rob will tackle some financial questions. 

Whether to buy a house or go to college are major financial decisions but so is deciding when to take Social Security. It’s true—tens of thousands of dollars, if not more, are on the line when deciding when to start Social Security benefits. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West is joined by Eddie Holland to help make the decision easier. Then Rob answers questions on a variety of financial topics.

In Romans 2:4, Paul reminds us that it’s God’s kindness that leads us to repentance. What a gift—that even in our failures, God invites us back with grace, not condemnation. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about what that means for our financial lives. Then he'll answer questions on a variety of financial topics. It’s the Memorial Day edition of Faith and Finance on AFR.

During the pandemic, many Americans experienced a rare financial reset, as savings rose and debt declined. But five years later, much of that progress has unraveled. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Dr. Shane Enete will join Rob West to unpack what changed—and how believers can respond faithfully in a culture gripped by renewed financial anxiety. Then Rob will answer a variety of financial questions.

As believers, we’re called to defend the powerless and stand up for those who can’t stand for themselves. Right now, few places need that more than Lebanon, especially for its girls and young women. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Jack Hibbard to share with us some compelling stories of hope—and how you can be a part of this important mission. Then he’ll answer questions on a variety of financial topics. 

In a culture of instant gratification, it has never been easier to get what we want, when we want it—even if we can’t afford it. But at what cost? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will explore the hidden dangers of “Buy Now, Pay Later” programs. Then he’ll tackle a few financial questions. 

If you're a few years from retirement and your savings aren’t quite where you want them, you might feel like you've run out of time. But maybe you don’t need a time machine to solve the problem. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Mark Biller will join Rob West with some encouraging words and strategies about beefing up retirement savings. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics. 

Some exciting things are happening that will give you more ways to help those who Scripture calls “the least of these” in God’s Kingdom. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Brian Holtz will join Rob West to share details about how we can all have the greatest impact in helping those in need. Then Rob will answer a few financial questions. 

What would you do if you found something so valuable, so life-altering, that you’d gladly give up everything else just to have it? Well, that’s the image Jesus gives us in Matthew 13 through two short parables, with one powerful message. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will take a closer look at the treasure hidden in the field and the pearl of great price, and how they speak to our financial fears in uncertain times. Then he answers questions on a variety of financial topics.