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.
I’m sure you’re more than familiar with first lines of the Bible in Genesis 1, but are you aware of the economic implications of the creation story? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks with Jerry Bowyer about the economics of Genesis. Then, Rob answers questions on various financial topics.
Do you have questions about Social Security? If so, you’re not alone. And we have someone who can help you sort through the confusing details. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Eddie Holland and together they answer listener questions about Social Security.
If you’re tired of living paycheck-to-paycheck, you can make a decision that will change your life. Begin to follow the financial wisdom in God’s Word, then wait to see what happens. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about how amazed you’ll be when you put God’s financial principles into practice. Then he answers questions on a variety of financial topics.
Beauty matters to artists, but what does it have to do with investing? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West talks with Jason Myhre about how the creation account suggests that beauty lies at the core of faithful stewardship and how we can “invest in beautiful.” Then Rob answers questions on various financial topics.
The 4th of July is the day we celebrate our nation’s independence. It’s also a great day to take stock of your financial independence. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West guides you toward the road to financial freedom and suggest how you can get back on track if necessary. Then he answers questions on various financial topics.
God’s Word repeatedly challenges us to be generous givers to our families and His Kingdom. So, when should we do this giving? And are we waiting too long to be generous? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Ron Blue to share an idea about giving that you may not have considered. Then, Rob answers questions on various financial topics.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the U.S. today. But what’s really causing anxiety to be on the rise in our society? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West shares what the Bible says about how we can be set free from anxiety. Then he answers some calls on various financial topics.
When things are going well financially, it’s tempting to take credit for your success. This can lead to sins like pride and greed. But financial adversity has its own set of temptations. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about how to be financially wise in good times and bad. Then he answers some questions on various financial topics.
Since the beginning of time, God’s design for humanity has always been to be a giant family spread throughout the earth. So what happened? Because of the power of sin in our world, families are broken, children become orphans, and many feel alone and isolated, as if they don’t belong. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Dr. Albert Reyes with Buckner International to share a hopeful message about God’s design for his family. Then Rob answers listener questions on a variety of financial topics.
If you own a timeshare, it may have seemed like a good idea at the time you bought it, but now it seems like just another budget buster weighing you down. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West talks about your options for getting out of a timeshare. Then Rob answers listener questions on various financial topics.
The Bible contains many accounts of God providing miraculously for His people, but none are more fascinating than the story of the Widow’s Oil found in 2 Kings. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Sharon Epps to unpack the story of the Widow’s Oil and how we can apply its teaching about God’s provision to our lives today. Then, Rob answers questions on various financial topics.
We all must make decisions about where we will give from our limited resources. So, a good question for us to ask is, does it matter to God where we are giving? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes David Wills to talk about if God cares where we give. Then Rob answers questions on various financial topics.
Myths can be persistent things. And the investing world has its share of myths that persist to this day. But there are ways to distinguish the truth when it comes to your finances. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks with Rachel McDonough about 3 myths about wealth that Christians believe but shouldn’t. Then Rob answers listener questions on various financial topics.
If you hear FaithFi on the radio, visit our website, and use the FaithFi app, then you have an idea of what FaithFi is all about. But what are the mission and goals for the future? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Chad Clark to share why FaithFi exists and what they are striving to accomplish in the future. Then Rob answers some questions on various financial topics.
It’s said that we learn the most from mistakes, not success. But is that something you want to experience with your retirement savings? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Mark Biller joins host Rob West to share his insights and help you avoid some of the most common retirement-planning mistakes. Then Rob takes listener calls and financial questions.
There’s a well-known verse in Proverbs 22 that urges us to train up our children in the way they should go. And it applies to managing money as much as anything else. But how should Christian parents train up their children to be good stewards? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West shares some great insights on financial discipleship for families from Brian Holtz. Then, Rob answers listener questions on various financial topics.
Faithful stewardship requires us to make wise financial decisions, manage and grow assets, and protect our families from hardship. Are you ready if you’re suddenly disabled or incapacitated? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Valerie Hogan to share a checklist to prepare you for managing your assets after a disability. Then Rob answers questions on a variety of financial topics.
You’ve been a careful steward, working hard, saving your money, and spending wisely. You may have even reached a point where you can live comfortably and afford the things you need. So, now what? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about having a surplus—from a biblical perspective. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
These days, too many of us are physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially overloaded. So, what can we do to gain freedom from all these stressors in our lives? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will look at rest from a biblical perspective. Then he’ll take some calls and answer various financial questions.
We all want our plans to succeed, but what does the Lord want? And how can we tell if we are on the same page with God when it comes to our financial plans? Join us for today's Faith & Finance on AFR when host Rob West will talk about achieving your financial goals, while doing God’s will—all at the same time. Then he’ll answer some calls about various financial topics.