The Bible never calls borrowing a sin. On the other hand, God’s Word doesn’t have much good to say about debt. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will look at a situation where you might be tempted to borrow—but shouldn’t. Then he’ll answer some calls about various financial topics.

Jesus told His disciples not to boast about their giving, but does that mean all our giving should be done in secret? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk to John Rinehart to find out if there are times when talking about your giving can be a good thing. Then Rob will answer some calls on various financial topics.

In this challenging economy, you may be finding it difficult to stay on budget. But the good news is—managing your money wisely doesn’t have to be complicated. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will offer a few common-sense strategies for saving money on three of your basic budget categories. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.

With all the ups and downs in the market, have you found yourself wondering lately if you should try your hand at investing elsewhere? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Cole Pearson about how to determine if you should stay in the market. Then Rob will answer some questions on various financial topics.

Proverbs 28:20 promises a blessing when we put our faith in God. But what exactly does that blessing look like when it comes to investing? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Luke Bolton and explore what’s at the heart of Christian investing. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.

“Give justice to the weak and the fatherless; maintain the right of the afflicted and the destitute.” Psalm 82:3 That verse teaches that we should help the poor— and orphans especially— beyond simply providing the next meal or a place to sleep. We must also seek ways to lift the destitute out of poverty. Today on Faith and Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Mario Zandstra about that. Then Rob will answer listener questions on various financial topics.

The funny thing about vacations is we spend a lot of money on them, but then we’re never really sure how they’ll turn out. Often, we just hope they’ll be fun. So, is there a way to achieve “vacation maximization”? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with John Putnam about how you can tip the odds in your favor for a great vacation. Then Rob will answer a variety financial questions from our listeners.

Did you know that credit cards have three dimensions? Length, width, and debt. Today on Faith and Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about credit cards. They can be a great tool— but they also carry some hidden costs that you should know about. Then he'll answer listener questions on a variety of financial topics.

There’s a cost to following Jesus. Our affluent western lifestyle can make us complacent and unwilling to accept that cost. But there are ways to avoid complacency. On the next Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Michael Blue about surrendering to follow Christ more fully. Then Rob will take some calls and answer various financial questions.

By planning and saving for things you know you’re going to need or want in the future, you can avoid taking out loans or going into debt with your credit cards. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how taking certain steps can make saving for major purchases a lot easier. Then he’ll answer your calls and financial questions.

Some people are more concerned with the interest they’re getting on their savings account than they are with the interest they’re paying on their mortgage. But that’s a big financial mistake we should all avoid. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will describe how sacrifice can have benefits when you’re trying to pay off your mortgage early. Then he’ll answer some calls on various financial topics.

We’re all fearfully and wonderfully made, but we’re not all alike. And those differences dictate how we do a lot of things, including managing our money. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will be joined by Matt Bell to talk about how those personality differences can affect the way our kids manage money.

If you’re carrying a balance on a credit card, do you know how much you’re paying in interest? Here’s a hint—it’s a lot more than you were last year. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Neile Simon about how you can fight back against rising credit card interest rates. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.

One of our favorite complaints is that we don’t have enough money. But when we complain about that, aren’t we really grumbling about what God has graciously provided for us? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will remind us how we can avoid grumbling about God’s provision. Then he’ll take your calls and answer the financial questions on your mind.

Putting God’s Word into practice may present a few challenges for families, but the practice also comes with some wonderful opportunities. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Brandon Sieben to talk about ways to apply God’s Word in your home. Then Rob will answer your calls and financial questions.

The Fed has raised interest rates 10 times in the last 14 months, hoping to curb inflation. So, will the latest rate hike tip us into the recession we’ve all been expecting? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Lauren Gajdek about how you can be prepared if the economy falters and you lose your health insurance. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.

If you think of your finances in terms of stewardship and that God is the rightful owner of all things—you’re not wrong. But should the concept of stewardship only pertain to our assets? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Jason Myhre to talk about a bigger vision of stewardship that goes beyond our money and possessions. Then Rob will take your calls and answer the financial questions on your mind.

Zambia has an estimated 1.2 million children without parents. So it should come as no surprise that it’s become known as the “Land of Orphans.” On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Mario Zandstra about efforts to help these children and an amazing experience you can share. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.

These days, we have several ways to invest our money, but each requires a certain amount of oversight. So, which option is the right one for you? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about 3 options you can consider using for your investing. Then he’ll take your calls and answer the financial questions on your mind.

The world is full of useless information. Some of it’s fun to learn, but it won’t help you reach your goals, especially your investing goals. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Mark Biller to talk about some things that are worth knowing about investing. Then they will answer your calls and questions about investing and finances.