Must-Have Financial Skills for Young Adults
April 18, 2024
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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.
Statistics show that young adults in the U.S. are sadly lacking in basic money skills. So, what’s going to happen when their turn comes to run things? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West addresses this sobering question and reminds us about some essential money management skills. Then Rob answers calls on various financial topics.
We don’t often think of time management as one of God’s financial and spiritual principles, but we definitely should. And certainly, busy moms know how critical it is to keep these things in balance. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Crystal Paine to share some tips on time management for achieving spiritual balance. Then Rob answers your questions on different financial topics.
Economist and investment expert Peter Bernstein once said, ““The biggest risk is not knowing what you are doing.” All investments carry some degree of risk. Companies fail and governments fall, so it’s important to make sure the return is worth the risk. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Mark Biller to talk about managing investment risk. Then Rob answers a variety of listener questions.
We’re all treated unfairly from time to time. So, when it happens to us, how should we respond? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West reminds us of what the scriptures have to say about how we as believers should respond when we’ve been treated unfairly. Then he answers questions on a variety of financial topics.
The birds are coming back, the daffodils are blooming and spring is in the air! And what that means for homeowners is the maintenance chores we’ve put off all winter now need to get done. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West has a to-do list for you that includes 8 springtime maintenance tips. Then he takes some calls and answers various financial questions.
Seniors these days face a number of challenging financial issues, from healthcare to housing and more. And those challenges can limit the things they would like to do in their golden years. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks with Harlan Accola about a way seniors can increase their options. Then Rob tackles some financial questions.
The great Christian apologist and author G.K. Chesterton once said, “There are two ways to get enough. One is to continue to accumulate more and more. The other is to desire less.” On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will help you figure out what “enough” looks like in your life and explain why it’s important to know when you’ve reached that point. Then he’ll take some calls and answer various financial questions.
Blended or stepfamilies have become a new normal. So, how do couples in those situations navigate the effects it has on their finances? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Valerie Hogan about the challenges for estate planning that blended families may encounter. Then Rob answers your calls and financial questions.
When it comes to being able to retire someday, what’s more important? How much you make? Or how much you save? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Ron Blue to share a story that should inspire you if you worry that you don’t make enough to retire. Then Rob takes listener calls on various financial topics.
While it’s generally true that higher education pays off, it’s by no means a guarantee. And new data shows that it is still a good idea to get a college degree—but that really depends on your major. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West explains how you need to plan ahead to make sure your degree jumpstarts a successful career. Then he answers some financial questions.
“Choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve... as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord." In Joshua 24:15, Joshua makes a statement of faith in front of the whole nation of Israel. He and his family choose to serve the one true God. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will present you with the same choice…between false gods and the Lord. We’ll find out how that relates to your finances, and then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
To sacrifice means to give up something valuable for the sake of something else. Today we pause to reflect on the greatest sacrifice of all, Jesus Christ giving up his life on a Roman cross for our sake. The atoning sacrifice of Jesus on the cross opened the gates of Heaven to all who believe and accept Him as their Savior. None of what we do here would make any sense without that event. Host Rob West will talk about that on today's Faith & Finance on AFR.
Whether to buy a house or go to college are major financial decisions … but so is deciding when to take Social Security. It’s true— tens of thousands of dollars, if not more, are on the line when deciding when to start Social Security benefits. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Eddie Holland to help make the decision easier. Then Rob and Eddie answer listener questions on Social Security.
If you could choose a role model for your life and work, who would it be? That’s a popular question in job interviews, and on today's Faith & Finance on AFR we share our best answer–from the Bible. Host Rob West considers the definition of a “role model” and describes someone from the Bible whose reputation still stands the test of time. Then Rob takes calls on various financial topics.
Disappointment is inevitable, but discouragement is a choice. When things don’t go your way, do you get discouraged? Or even angry? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about a better way to handle financial disappointments. Then he answers listener calls and questions on a variety of financial topics.
Christians will agree that no one but God knows the future, but how then shall we handle that uncertainty, especially the economic uncertainty? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West is joined by Brandon Sieben with some helpful advice. Then Rob answers listener calls and financial questions on a variety of financial topics.
When your kids are little, summers seem long, and you’re ready for school to start again in the fall. But what if your child is finally ready for college? Well, summer doesn’t seem long enough to prepare for such a major transition. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about how to prepare your teenager for college and beyond. Then, he takes calls and answers various financial questions.
In Luke 12, we find Jesus’ challenging parable of the rich fool, which concludes with an invitation to be rich toward God. But what exactly does being rich toward God mean? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Chad Clark joins host Rob West to explore this challenging yet life-giving parable. Then Rob answers questions on various financial topics.
As Christians, we know the Bible tells us to be generous. What some of us may not realize is that God’s Word also instructs us to be hospitable. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Sharon Epps to explain the connection between hospitality and generosity. Then they take your calls on various financial topics.
Pilots always review a preflight checklist before taking off, because the cockpit is one place you don’t want to encounter surprises. Your retirement is another. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Mark Biller to go over your pre-retirement checklist. Then they answer your calls and questions about investing.
