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.
For many people, the word “budget” is something they think of as negative, because in their view, a budget limits the amount of money they can spend. But that’s a misconception, because budgeting really leads you to have more freedom to use your money on the things that matter. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will welcome Dr. Shane Enete to explain that budgeting can actually be a form of worship. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
Are you trying to figure out how much money you’ll need to retire? If so, you’ll find that the answer depends on your needs, lifestyle, and one more important factor. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about the other important piece of the retirement puzzle. Then, he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
Few major league hitters can bat .300 in a given season. So, imagine hitting .700! Well, that’s what Bob Doll does every year—forecasting economic trends. And if you’re wondering what the economy is likely to do this year, Bob will join Rob West on today's Faith & Finance on AFR with his ten predictions for 2025. Then Rob will answer calls on various financial topics.
It seems like every generation has struggled to learn contentment, and ours is certainly no different. But God’s word has some great instruction for us on this tough topic. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Brian Holtz will join Rob West to explain some things from God’s Word about learning to be content. Then Rob will answer calls on various financial topics.
When a loved one goes home to be with 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 calls on various financial topics.
When the topic of generosity comes up in churches today, some people simply tune out, assuming the message is just about funding a special project or covering financial gaps. But giving is about much more than meeting needs—it’s about the heart behind it. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will help you discover if you’re giving for the right reasons. Then he'll answer questions on various financial topics.
You’d like to be financially free, but you just don’t know how to make it happen. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West shares some strategies to help you become financially free so you can serve God more fully. Then he’ll answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
It’s good to learn from your mistakes, but it’s even better to learn from someone else’s. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Rachel Wong to talk about three big financial mistakes that young adults often make, and she’ll suggest ways you can avoid them. Then Rob will answer calls on various financial topics.
The holidays are behind us, but for many people, burgeoning credit card balances are just ahead. And if you think you’ll have trouble making those payments, be sure to listen to today's Faith & Finance on AFR, when Rob West welcomes Neile Simon to talk about a plan to help you get out of debt. Then Rob answers questions on various financial topics.
God’s Word couldn’t be any plainer about the need to live below one’s means and to be able to save for the future. And to do that, you need a budget. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Chad Clark will join Rob West to share some interesting facts about budgeting. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
What if everything you own isn’t really yours? Well, it’s not just conjecture. It's a biblical truth that, once you grasp it, changes everything. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will share how the concept that God owns it all has profound implications for being a faithful steward. Then Rob will answer questions on various financial topics.
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.