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.
Have you ever had a family member or friend ask you to lend them money? Talk about being put on the spot! It’s a tough situation to be in and you should think and pray about it before deciding whether to lend or not. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will give you some advice from God’s Word to guide you. Then he'll answer your questions on a variety of financial topics.
The apostle Paul exhorted the early church at Corinth to run in such a way as to win the prize, but sometimes, with finances, it feels like we’re in a race with no end! On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West is joined by Rachel McDonough to talk about setting financial finish lines. 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.
Some people learn from the mistakes of others. But some people have to be “the others” who actually make the mistakes. Fortunately, you can avoid becoming one of them simply by dodging some common mistakes. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk to Ron Blue about some of the biggest financial mistakes you’ll want to avoid. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
"And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." - Colossians 3:17 God created man for His glory. That means everything we do should glorify God, including how we manage money. Chad Clark joins Rob West on today's Faith & Finance on AFR to talk about how FaithFi is helping God’s people be more faithful stewards—all for His glory. Then Rob answers questions on a variety of financial topics.
The world is becoming more complex every day. Technology solves problems and creates new ones. So, how do you keep up? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Sharon Epps joins host Rob West with some much-needed advice—the 5 Ds of a Financial Reset. Then Rob tackles some financial questions.
Beauty matters to artists, but what does it have to do with investing? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk 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 will answer your questions on various financial topics.
The familiar parable in Luke 12 describes the Rich Fool and his big barns. And although many of us don’t have barns these days, this passage still applies. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West explains that using “barns” as a metaphor, we can see how Jesus’ message in that parable is every bit as important for us today. Then Rob answers your calls on various financial topics.
As Christmas Day draws near, we often hear stories of generosity, kindness, and the spirit of giving. But perhaps no story has inspired these virtues more than the tale of Saint Nicholas. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West explores the story of this man whose life was a testament to selfless love and generosity and whose actions echo the true meaning of Christmas.
We sometimes regret the things we say, but often, words left unsaid can bother us just as much. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Sharon Epps who has some things to share about unfinished conversations. Then Rob answered your calls and financial questions.
We all realize that only God truly knows the future, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t plan for lies ahead. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Mark Biller joins Rob West to help you do just that. He shares your ten most important financial moves for 2025. Then, Rob answer your calls and financial questions.
As children of a generous God, Christians are called to be generous in turn, following Jesus’ sacrificial example on the cross. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will share ten famous quotes on generosity to encourage you on your journey toward being a generous Christian. Then, he’ll tackle questions on various financial topics.
They say that money is a good servant but a terrible master. And that’s especially true when it comes to debt because debt can make profound changes in your life and have spiritual consequences. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Sharon Epps to share 3 principles for debt. Then Rob will tackle a few financial questions.
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.
In the Christmas Story found in Luke Chapter 2, the angels announce the coming of the Savior to a group of shepherds. Now it may sound simple enough, but there’s more to the story that many of us may not have considered. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome economist Jerry Bowyer to give us a whole new look at the Christmas Story. Then Rob will answer some financial questions.
2025 is just around the corner and a new year always gives you the chance to make improvements, especially with finances. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Cole Pearson will join Rob West to talk about starting 2025 strong with values-based investing. Then, Rob will answer your calls and financial questions.
Open enrollment ends in just a few days, have you decided on a new health insurance plan yet? Maybe you don’t have to. What if there was another way—a biblical solution for meeting your healthcare costs? Well, there is, and host Rob West will talk about that on today's Faith & Finance on AFR. Then Rob will answer financial questions on a variety of topics.
Does “becoming one” in marriage extend to the checkbook? Put another way, should a husband and wife have joint or separate checking accounts? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about financial oneness in marriage. Then he’ll tackle a variety of financial questions.
When the housing market collapsed in 2008, more than 10 million Americans experienced crashing home values and foreclosures. But out of that financial chaos, a new company arose with a mission to do things differently. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Harlan Accola to talk about a company that does home financing for community impact. Then Rob will tackle a variety of financial questions.
God’s Word is clear that faithful stewards should leave an inheritance for future generations. But that inheritance doesn’t have to be money. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Ron Blue about passing along priceless biblical principles such as generosity to your grandkids. Then Rob will answer some financial questions.