Three words that can make any parent’s wallet flinch: “back to school.” But there’s a silver lining—especially if your state has a tax-free weekend. For families gearing up for a new school year, those tax holidays can make a real difference. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Crystal Paine joins Rob West to share smart, practical ways to get prepared and save money along the way. Then, Rob tackles a few financial questions.

What if your investments could do more than grow your wealth? What if they could also be used to fight injustice, uplift your neighbor, and even bring joy to the world? Joy probably isn’t the first word that comes to mind when you think about investing, but maybe it should be. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Robin John joins Rob West to share how investing can be more than financial—it can be deeply spiritual. Then Rob answers questions on a variety of financial topics.

“A faithful man will abound with blessings, but whoever hastens to be rich will not go unpunished.” - Proverbs 28:20. Powerball jackpots and scratch-off tickets might seem like a shortcut to financial freedom, but should Christians partake? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West and Dr. David W. Jones return to our financial ethics series to help us think biblically about the lottery and whether it aligns with a life of faithful stewardship. Then, Rob responds to various financial questions.

In C.S. Lewis’s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Aslan tells Lucy, “Things never happen the same way twice.” It’s a good reminder that life brings changes. They’re unavoidable, but how we choose to meet them is up to us. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Sharon Epps joins Rob West with sage advice about preparing for life’s transitions. Then, it’s on to financial questions.

“The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.” — Proverbs 14:8 We’re continuing our series on temperaments—how our God-given wiring shapes the way we communicate, relate to others, and make financial decisions. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob west welcomes back Kathleen Edelman, joined by Rachel Petty, as we take a closer look at the Green temperament and how it influences our approach to money. Then Rob will answer a few financial questions.

Getting fit takes willpower. Earning a degree takes determination. Reaching your career goals takes hard work. In short, success takes commitment. The same is true when it comes to your finances. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West describes the changes that occur when you commit to managing money God’s way. Then he answers a variety of financial questions. 

“He who has ears, let him hear.” – Matthew 13:9. Those were Jesus’ closing words after telling the Parable of the Sower—a story that invites us to listen carefully, not just with our ears, but with our hearts. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West looks at this story and what it reveals about the heart behind our finances, especially the warning about “the deceitfulness of riches.” Then, Rob answers a variety of financial questions.

As Christians, we’re called to be generous, but what does that look like when someone asks for money on the street? Should we give? Is there a better way to help? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West and Dr. David W. Jones explore the ethics of giving to homeless people. They also share ways to show compassion without causing harm. Then Rob answers questions on various financial topics. 

What does it mean to design a family legacy with intention? How do you make sure that legacy is rooted in faith? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West and Jan Thompson share how you, along with your family, can ensure your faith is reflected in what you leave behind. Then, Rob tackles a few financial questions. 

On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, it’s the kickoff of a new series on temperaments. Discover how our God-given wiring shapes the way we communicate, relate to others, and make financial decisions. Kathleen Edelman and Traci Shepherd join Rob West to explore the Red temperament. Learn how having this nature influences financial decisions. Then, Rob answers some financial questions.

What if true joy doesn’t come from gaining more, but from gratefully receiving what God has already provided? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West and John Cortines explore what is called the Cycle of Grateful Living. Explore how it transforms our approach to money and contentment. Then, Rob tackles your financial questions.

What if managing money is about more than just numbers and budgets—what if it’s a window into something eternal? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West is joined by Afton Phillips to explore the mission behind the message you hear every day on this program, and how you can be a part of it. Then Rob will answer a variety of financial questions.

Ecclesiastes shows us how even good work can go wrong when driven by envy. What starts as diligence can quickly become a pursuit of status. On today’s Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will look at how chasing approval leaves us empty—and how God invites us into something much greater. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.

A crypto enthusiast once wrote on Reddit, “Bitcoin is like winning the lottery in slow motion.” That might be a stretch, but one thing’s clear: Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies aren’t going anywhere. On today’s Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West is joined by Mark Biller to unpack how crypto is moving into the mainstream and what that means for investors trying to make wise decisions. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.

God has designed life to unfold in seasons, and with each one comes new challenges, opportunities, and sometimes, new finish lines. On today’s Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West welcomes Cody Hobelmann to talk about why it’s not only okay to adjust your financial finish line—it’s often the wise and faithful thing to do. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.

Failing to file your taxes for several years is no small matter—but it’s not the end of the road, either. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, CPA Kevin Cross will join Rob West to share some practical steps to help you get back on track if you haven’t filed your taxes according to the government guidelines. Then Rob will tackle a few financial questions.

The news from the Middle East can be overwhelming, but our hope in Christ calls us to take action. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West welcomes May-Lee Melki from Heart for Lebanon to share how you can help protect young women and girls facing crisis. Then Rob will answer a variety of financial questions.

God’s Word contains dozens of verses about repaying debt, but they are usually from the perspective of owing money to others. But what if someone owes us money? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about the process you can use to reconcile unpaid debt when someone owes you money. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics. 

“All his days are full of sorrow, and his work is a vexation. Even in the night his heart does not rest. This also is vanity.”  - Ecclesiastes 2:23 That verse from Ecclesiastes reveals a painful truth: even a productive life can feel empty when our work is driven by the wrong purpose. Wealth on its own doesn’t bring peace—often, it brings more pressure. But Scripture offers a better way. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West brings another lesson from the Preacher in Ecclesiastes. Then Rob answers financial questions. 

What if being great with money doesn’t guarantee you’re doing great with your spouse? If you’re the “money person” in your marriage, you may think you’re doing everything right. But what if your spouse feels shut out of the process? It happens more than you think. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West is joined by Shaunti Feldhahn to talk about how you can avoid that disconnect or fix it if need be. Then Rob will answer a variety of financial questions.