When and How Much to Invest
July 18, 2023
00:54:02
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.
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Have you ever wondered what God’s plan for the economy was before the Fall? The Good Lord certainly intended for the world— and economic activity— to be quite different from what we see today. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about that with Jerry Bowyer, then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
Many people would consider frugality to be a Christian virtue. But is it, really? We often equate frugality with stewardship but they’re not exactly the same thing. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain why. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
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What does it take to succeed? Talk to any successful person, and they’ll probably tell you that it takes hard work and discipline. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain why working hard at something can pay big dividends, both spiritually and financially. Then he’ll answer the financial questions you want to ask.
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The Bible tells us that it’s good to leave an inheritance to our children, but how we do that is still a matter of some discussion. Yet there are some steps you can take to start planning. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Ron Blue to talk about the 6 steps of estate planning. Then Rob will answer your calls and questions.
Are you on the road to financial freedom? Or falling under the bondage of money? It’s one or the other. Either you control your money or your money controls you. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about that, then he'll answer a variety of financial questions.
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The Bible has dozens of verses about stewardship. But have you ever wondered where stewardship begins? What is it based on? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Chad Clark and they’ll explore the basis of stewardship and what motivates us to practice it. Then Rob will answer the financial questions you want to ask.
Are you ever tempted to attribute the success you’ve had in your career to your own talents or capabilities? If so, it may be good to remember how the Bible tells us that it’s God who gives us the power to get wealth. On today's Faith & Finance On AFR, host Rob West will remind us we should always thank God for our ability to earn a living. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Did you know that even financial advisors have financial advisors? It’s true—we all need outside advice from time to time, especially when it comes to managing money. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will help you determine if you need a financial advisor. Then he’ll take your calls and answer the financial question on your mind.
