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.
Does your desk or office look like a paper recycling facility? Stacks of paper here, piles there? If so, it might be time for some financial spring cleaning. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how to keep disorderly paper piles from interfering with your wise money management. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
It’s a simple question we get from time to time: “When should I start teaching my kids about money?” The answer, however, isn’t always as simple as the question. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will share some “age appropriate” money lessons for kids. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
As Christians, we tend to think of giving as a personal thing— we’re called to do it. But what about a business? Should charitable giving on a corporate level be a consideration? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Aimee Dodson about what happens when a business gives back to God’s Kingdom.
The faith-based investment movement is turning heads in the financial industry as a growing number of believers get involved. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Cassie and Rick Laymon about the early days of the faith-based investing movement and how you can get involved today. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
So you’d like to give more, but you feel you have nothing to spare? Good news! If money’s scarce, it doesn’t mean your giving has to be. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will share some ways you can be generous without giving money. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Credit card companies make billions each year in interest charges and other fees, which may seem unavoidable. But what may surprise you is there are ways to avoid paying almost all of them. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how to stop paying unnecessary credit card fees. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Christians are called to help the poor, widows and orphans. We often do that through giving, but did you know there’s a new way you can help further God’s Kingdom? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Aaron Caid about a novel way to help those in need by using a certain type of credit card. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
You’ve heard the ads on the radio— identity thieves can take your house unless you buy title fraud insurance. But is the answer really another insurance policy? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain whether or not you need this insurance or if you can simply protect yourself from this type of fraud.
Christians are called to be faithful stewards of God’s resources. When we do that, we leave a legacy for generations. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Tom Conway about how to facilitate your family legacy and what you may want to achieve in the process. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
As the Federal Reserve raises interest rates, the economy is slowing down, and a weakening labor market is certain to follow. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will mention the latest unemployment numbers and share some tips to help you sharpen your job hunting skills. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Whether you already have an Individual Retirement Account—more commonly known as an IRA—or you’re thinking about opening one, there are several things you should know about them. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain some facts you may not know about IRAs. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Covetousness doesn’t get enough pulpit time these days. Pastors would do well to preach more about this sin that so widely infects today’s society. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about how you can combat covetousness with God’s wisdom. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
The wedding season is nearly upon us and if you’re planning one, you’re probably already knee deep in details. But don’t let your busyness cause you to forget one of the most important things you need to discuss as a couple. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Howard Dayton to explain that couples need to discuss how they are going to handle their finances before they say “I do.” Then Rob will take your calls and answer the financial questions on your mind.
You’d like to be financially free, but you just don’t know how to make it happen. And even when you learn how to, you have to realize that knowing and doing are two different things. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will let you know how to be financially free—but of course, the doing part will be up to you. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Tithing is fairly simple in your working years. Your only decision is whether to tithe on your net or gross income. But tithing becomes a bit more complicated after you retire. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Anthony Saffer about how to tithe in retirement. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Congress signed the SECURE Act 2.0 into law a few months ago, and you might be surprised to learn there are quite a few good things in this bill focused on retirement savings. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how the new law affects your retirement. Then he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
Career experts like to say there’s no such thing as job security, But there is employment security, which comes when you continually improve your abilities. And part of that includes sharpening your interview skills. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will share some tips you can use to prep for your next interview so you can be relaxed, confident, and ready for anything. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
Getting a college degree can increase your lifetime earnings substantially. But what’s even better is getting someone else to pay for your education through a scholarship. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how you can get some of the $8 billion in scholarship money that is doled out every year. Then he’ll answer your calls about the financial topics on your mind.
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