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.
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.
We’re called to be good stewards of God’s resources, but being financially faithful amid the busyness of modern life isn’t easy. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how you can stay faithful in managing your money amidst the busyness of life. Then he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
In the book of Matthew, the Parable of the Talents explains how one servant buried what he was given by his master. And while failing to invest was a big mistake, his real failure ran much deeper than that. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about how our understanding of God shapes our stewardship. Then he’ll answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
A strong marriage is a blessing—but it also takes intentional effort, especially in a blended family. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Ron Deal and Greg Pettys about a valuable resource for those in second marriages who are seeking to handle their combined finances in a way that honors God. Then Rob will tackle some financial questions.
Would you like to rethink your approach to money? Six powerful principles can shift your focus from the temporal to the eternal when it comes to your finances. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Randy Alcorn to help us understand the Treasure Principle. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
Scripture tells us clearly that God owns everything, and we are merely stewards of what He has entrusted to us for a season. And part of good stewardship is knowing when you have enough. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Cody Hobelmann to discuss how you can establish your first financial finish line. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
Many people would consider frugality to be a Christian virtue, and they often equate it with good stewardship. But are they really the same? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how frugality and stewardship differ in several ways. Then he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
Despite living in an era of unprecedented wealth, many individuals and families continue to struggle with meeting basic needs like food and shelter. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Brian Holtz to discuss a new resource designed to help communities in need. Then he’ll answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
They’re not listed on stock exchanges, yet private market investing opportunities are becoming increasingly popular. So, what are private markets and how do they work? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Cole Pearson to explain what they are, why you might want to consider making them a part of your portfolio, and how you would go about it. Then Rob will tackle a variety of financial questions.
A vocal minority of health insurance policyholders are frustrated with their insurers for any number of legitimate reasons. If you’re in this group, you don’t want to miss today's Faith & Finance on AFR, when Rob West will welcome Lauren Gajdek to share details about an efficient, affordable alternative to health insurance. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
Paying off debt is always a good thing. But paying it off before retirement is one of the best financial moves you’ll ever make. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about carrying debt into retirement and how you can avoid it. Then he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
The financial principles found in scripture are true for everyone, and yet men and women have different perspectives on money. So how do wise women manage the resources God entrusts to them? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Miriam Neff to share 8 habits of wise women managing money. Then Rob will answer your questions on different financial topics.
As Baby Boomers age, it’s estimated they’ll leave a tidal wave of wealth to their heirs, perhaps as much as $68 trillion by 2030. But is the next generation ready for that wealth? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about handling inheritance with wisdom. Then he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
Albert Einstein reportedly once said, “The hardest thing in the world is to understand the income tax.” And if Einstein thought the U.S. tax code was mysterious, imagine how difficult it is for the rest of us! On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Kevin Cross to share some much-needed tax tips. Then Rob & Kevin will tackle some tax related questions.
What’s more valuable—wisdom or wealth? Before you answer, consider that wealth is fleeting, but wisdom is never lost. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, John Cortines will join Rob West to talk about why choosing wisdom over wealth is always the right choice. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
If you’re a credit card user, you may have never heard of “credit card float.” But it’s a real thing and something that affects the way your balance is treated and the timing of your payments. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Chad Clark to explain credit card float, how to decipher its effects, and how you can avoid it. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
Jesus gave us the Lord’s Prayer as an example to use when bringing our needs to God. But if we’re not careful, we can easily skim over the part of it that talks about asking for provision. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will emphasize the part of this beloved scripture passage that reminds us God is our provider and we’re to ask Him to provide for all our needs. Then he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
You’re generous, so you love to give. But how do you know that your giving is having a real impact? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, David Wills will join Rob West to explain a method you can use to make sure your generosity really counts by aligning your giving with God’s heart. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
Recently, we have seen rising concern about trade tariffs and their potential impact on the economy. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Bob Doll will join Rob West to break down how tariffs might affect our economic future and what we can expect moving forward. Then Rob will tackle some financial questions.
Millions of people don’t have a plan to guide their use of money. And even those who start to put together some kind of plan, many end up allowing themselves to get pulled off course. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Matt Bell to explain how planning and execution are key elements for long-term financial success. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
Financial challenges can make joy feel out of reach, but as Christians, we’re called to face difficulties with a heart at peace. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about how we can embrace joy, even when we’re experiencing financial uncertainty. Then, he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.