Following the Money
September 13, 2023
00:54:12
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.
God has a perfect design for how an economy should work and it’s vastly superior to the way that economy within this corrupted world works today. But how do we get back to the design God intended? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Jerry Bowyer to explain how we can get back to God’s economy and that it starts with the Church. Then Rob will tackle your financial questions.
Matthew 25:40 compels us as Christians to give of ourselves with no expectation of earthly return—helping the helpless. So, what are some ways we can do that? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Brad Guffey about a way you can do that for Zambia’s orphans. Then Rob will tackle your financial questions.
Americans have an average of four credit cards. Do you really need that many? And how many is enough? Too often we hang on to credit cards we no longer use, providing an unnecessary invitation to identity thieves to run up charges in your name. Canceling them is a good idea, if done properly. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about that, then he'll answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
If you’re a Christian who owns or manages a small business, we have an important update for you. Join us for today's Faith & Finance on AFR when host Rob West will look at what’s changing for small businesses, and more importantly, what doesn’t change when you’re following Christ. Then he’ll answer your calls about various financial topics.
Unless you’re planning a wedding, you probably had no idea that June is no longer considered the height of wedding season. Instead, we’re just now entering the busiest time of the year for saying, “I do.” On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Crystal Paine to discuss how this change affects the cost of a wedding and how you can save money on yours. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Sometimes the hardest part of solving a problem is coming up with the right questions to ask. And that’s certainly true for managing money. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will be joined by Ron Blue who’ll share 3 financial questions you need to answer. Then, Rob will tackle your questions on various financial topics.
In Matthew 6:21, Jesus gives a timeless financial and spiritual principle—“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” And since He spoke those words, the simple concept has been proven true countless times. But why is it true? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will unpack the truth behind this principle and the power of giving. Then he’ll tackle your financial questions.
Happy Labor Day. It’s a great day to pause and reflect on one of God’s most important financial principles— working for a living. Today on Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will take a deep dive into Scripture to learn God’s view of work. There’s more to it than you might think. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
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 your calls about various financial topics.
When seeking financial advice, you should always interview two or three prospective advisors before deciding on one. But what questions should you ask them during this part of the process? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will share a list of questions to ask a financial advisor. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Inflation and several bank failures have a lot of folks thinking about buying gold and other precious metals these days. But would that be a wise decision? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Mark Biller to do a “check-up” on gold and share his point of view on that investing strategy. Then, Rob and Mark will answer questions on investing in precious metals.
Jesus is the firm foundation for the Christian life. And since finances are such a big part of our lives, we can depend on the strength and wisdom He provides to help stabilize us financially. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about how dependence on God helps us stand firm through any financial storm. Then he’ll tackle your financial questions.
Americans recently set a new record. But sadly, there won’t be any trophies handed out for this one, because we’ve now achieved the highest level of credit card debt in history. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Neile Simon to break down the numbers related to this brewing crisis. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
You’re ready to purchase a home, but you’ve been sitting on the sidelines because the market is just too crazy. If only someone could make sense of it all…well, we know a guy who can help! Join us for today's Faith & Finance on AFR when host Rob West will welcome Dale Vermillion to share some sound practical and spiritual advice for buying a home. Then Rob will answer your calls about various financial topics.
When a loved one goes home to the Lord, it’s often a time of great confusion, as well as grief. Simply making funeral arrangements can be difficult enough, but then there’s an estate to settle, and many find themselves unprepared. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will go over 6 financial steps to take when a loved one passes. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
When it comes to money—there are only four things you can do with it— Live, Give, Owe and Grow. But based on biblical principles, which of those should we prioritize first? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Sharon Epps about God’s order for making money decisions. Then, they’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
Psalm 82 gives a clear call for believers to care for orphans. And today, a highly effective ministry in Zambia is doing just that—glorifying God by empowering vulnerable and orphaned children. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Chikondi Phiri to hear some stories of hope from Zambia. Then Rob will answer your calls and financial questions.
If we told you there’s a guaranteed way to save tens of thousands of dollars, would you be interested? Well, there is a way to do it, and surprisingly, it’s not complicated. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how you can save thousands by paying off your mortgage early. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
If someone told you 10 years ago that your bank was pushing abortion and other ungodly practices, would you have believed him? Probably not. But today, that’s what many of the nation’s leading banks are up to. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Aaron Caid about a banking solution that aligns with your faith and values. Then Rob will answer your calls about various financial topics.
Many of us are feeling uneasy about what the future holds. And although scripture teaches only God knows the future, we still need to plan and set priorities for whatever may come. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about your money priorities. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
