Financial Plans and God’s Will
September 01, 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.
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.
Despite mortgage rates around 7-percent, it’s still a seller’s market for buying a home. And while prices are leveling off in some areas of the country, prices continue to rise in others. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about what prospective buyers should do in a seller’s market. Then, he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
A boomerang is supposed to return when it leaves your hand. But a boomerang kid—or an adult child who’s returned home to live with you—well, that’s an entirely different matter. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain what to do with a boomerang kid. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
God’s word commands us to pray about everything—and that includes money. At the same time, God is not an ATM machine. So how should we pray about financial things? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about prayer and money. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
Giving is supposed to be a source of great joy for God’s people. But sometimes we act like it’s just another pain in our wallet and we can’t get motivated to give joyfully. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how you can renew your joy in generosity. Then he’ll answer your calls about various financial topics.
Student loan forgiveness is much in the news these days. It’s on. It’s off. It’s on again…maybe. So, what’s the lesson we can learn here? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Art Rainer about how we’re learning that it’s much easier to avoid student loan debt than to get out of it—it just takes discipline. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Christians know that the world hasn’t been right since the Fall. And that certainly is evident when we look at the economy. So, if the economy isn’t supposed to be this way, what exactly is the ideal? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk to economist Jerry Bowyer about God’s ideal economy. Then, Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics and Chelsea Wildmon of the AFA Foundation will stop by to talk new and exciting options for charitable gift annuities.
For Christians, honesty isn’t just the best policy—it’s the only policy. God’s Word commands His people to be honest. But when we’re dealing with money, few things present a bigger temptation toward dishonesty. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will present the case for total financial honesty. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
It’s understandable that when you hand over your money to someone for safekeeping— you’d like to get it back. That’s the relationship you have with your bank. You put your money in, with the expectation of it being there for you, plus interest. On today’s Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will ask if that is a sure thing with online banks? Then he’ll answer a variety of financial questions.
