Let's Talk Money with Dave & Reb

We are talking about talking about money again! On today's episode of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", the co-hosts talk about the not-so-favourite topic of talking about money and having financial dates. But it is so important to financial wellness, that Dave and Reb want to talk to listeners about it. Again! The financial date is an intentional time either with yourself, with your partner,...

“A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.” This is what God tells us in the book of Proverbs chapter 22 in verse 3, and on "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", the co-hosts talk about being the “prudent person” and preparing financially for the days ahead. On today's episode, they discuss the financial litmus tests that ca...

Today on "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", regular guest Rev. Ray Borg shares a beautiful analogy to encourage listeners to persevere, work as a team, and listen to the trusting and loving voice of God. In the uncertainty and fears facing people during this season, many don't know where to turn, especially for financial advice. Dave and Reb remind people this isn't a time to bury your head or...

Dave and Reb welcome Rev. Ray Borg from notmine.ca and Financial Discipleship Canada to "Let's Talk Money" today to dig into a portion of Scripture found in Acts 4. Together, they discuss a pertinent question facing Christians in these days: "How can we be like the early church and share everything in common in an effort to alleviate financial strain but at the same time share the hope and life of...

The outward expression of gratitude is giving, and so is the outward expression of trust. Dave and Reb discuss these two thoughts as part of their Thanksgiving weekend episode. The journey of trusting God in our finances is the journey of growing in our desire to give thanks, but also to give of our time, talent, resources, expertise, and finances. Tune in and hear their discussion which is sponso...

It's the story of the rich young ruler, and Dave and Reb share fresh insights into this story on today's episode of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb". Join them and relive the story as you see how he ran to Jesus and fell at his feet, looking for eternity. Journey with them as they see how Jesus cut through the layers and pin-pointed what the young man held "most dear" to his heart. To hear the...

On today's episode of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb" the co-hosts continue conversations they have been having throughout the month of September talking about the current economic challenges and the fear and anxiety it is causing in many Canadian families. They mention an article referencing an Equifax report, giving statistics about the response of Canadians to current economic stress. Go t...

Expectations and circumstances keep changing in today’s economic climate, and Dave and Reb understand that the word "no" is becoming increasingly important. On today's episode of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", they look at why saying "no'' to some things in life will be essential to avoid financial trouble ahead. Dave and Reb encourage listeners to be financially aware by creating spending...

Dave and Reb encourage listeners on today's episode of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb" to persevere in the financial challenges that these days are bringing, as they hope and trust in God. With increases in cost of living, Canadians are starting to ask a lot of questions about mortgage payments, and how to meet rising prices when their incomes remain the same. Dave and Reb offer some spiritua...

As we head into the long weekend, Dave and Reb discuss one of their favourite movie characters as an example of a “not-so-faithful” steward on today’s episode of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”. Denethor is the ruling steward of Gondor in the movie trilogy The Lord of the Rings. As a steward, he leaves his responsibilities, choosing to believe the lies of his enemy. He stops leading, fighting...

On today’s episode of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” the co-hosts tackle a heart-issue money topic. Coveting is perhaps an issue we don’t usually discuss in our daily lives, but God warns us about how coveting, greed, and jealousy can lead us down dangerous paths in our hearts, in our finances, and in our relationships. Dave and Reb discuss what this looks like, and how it comes right up aga...

Today’s topic on “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” was inspired by a quote from Chris Anderson, the head of TED TALKS, in his book TED TALKS — The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking: “When people aren’t prepared or ready to listen, communication can’t happen.” Dave and Reb speak about listening carefully on today’s episode and challenge our thinking about communication. Even God challenges H...

We are less than one month away from back-to-school season, and Dave and Reb remind listeners to keep planning for the financial commitments that come with it. On today’s episode of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” the co-hosts provide tools and reminders for avoiding debt with the many activities and school commitments starting up in September. Listen to today’s show and hear how you can incl...

Dr. Rebecca Sutherns, CEO of Sage Solutions, joins Dave and Reb again today to talk about how the past two years have affected people’s abilities to adapt to continually changing contexts, whether it be in family relationships, workplace stress, or finances. As a certified professional facilitator, she has been helping businesses, charities, churches, and individuals determine their ability to ada...

Dr. Rebecca Sutherns, CEO of Sage Solutions, shares her money story on today’s episode of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”. After 31 years of marriage, four children, one grandchild, and 25 years of work in her business as a Certified Professional Facilitator, Dr. Sutherns reflects on the biblical financial principles she has carried with her throughout her life, as well as the beautiful finan...

Hope can be hard to find in the midst of illness, tragedy, and challenging life circumstances. But hope is exactly what Dave and Reb’s lifelong friend Patty Grose shares with listeners on today’s episode of Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”. Her story is one of loss, and is lined with a strong message: make sure you have a will and estate plan in place. After losing her husband suddenly, she and...

There is a lot of concern over inflation and interest rates in the Canadian economy, but on today’s “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” the co-hosts want to encourage listeners to take some time, breathe, and consider the historical context for interest rate fluctuations. To help Dave keep context, he keeps the historical interest rate graph from 1935 to present day on his desk. Alongside that, h...

Are money conversations always a good idea? That is the question Dave and Reb tackle with monthly guest Rev. Ray Borg on today's episode of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb". In all their podcasting years, Reb is sure they have never talked about "unhealthy" money conversations, and in light of growing economic uncertainty, they are hearing more and more money words that are stirring up strife...

Happy Canada Day! While these past years have come with difficulties and challenges for Canadians, Dave and Reb encourage listeners on today's "Let's Talk Money" to take a deep breath today and pause to celebrate! Reb asks listeners what our families and communities would look like today if we just gave thanks for all we have been given. On this day when so many communities are celebrating with ba...

Today, More Than Enough tax specialist and coach Bron Vasic joins "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb" to talk business strategy. When people are asking about tax strategies for business, Bron suggests the first focus points should be about making the business profitable, then they can learn best tax strategies based on their circumstances. Making a plan and being committed to the plan is essentia...

Have you every thought about how you think about money and possessions? Or the heart issues around them? On today's "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", the co-hosts look at God's directive about taking every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ (see 2 Corinthians 10). One minute you can be thankful for what's in the bank, the next minute you think there is never going to be enough. Ther...

Rev. Ray Borg joins Dave and Reb today on "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb" to talk about the provision Israel received from places of slavery through the desert and into the promised land. The same provision they received in ancient times is the same provision available to us. God made known his ways to Moses, and his deeds to the people of Israel, according to Psalms 103. This knowledge of Go...

Financial decisions come in all shapes and sizes, and in these days of increasing interest rates and inflation, some of these decisions may be harder and harder to make. Today on "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb," the co-hosts talk about decision paralysis, and how listeners can apply the Word of God to their financial decision making process. Trusting in God, waiting and praying, getting rest...

One of the key tools in the More Than Enough debt-repayment tool belt is an emergency cushion, and on today's episode of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", the co-hosts give direction on how to build a cushion so we don't need to turn to credit in emergencies or crisis. Doing this exercise means we will live on less than we make, and then capture that “extra” money and put it in a separate acco...

What would it look like if you had stress-free nights, where you didn't worry about how you were going to pay the next bill, or where you were going to get the money to pay your taxes? What if you learned to live on less than you make? What if that isn't even possible with the rising cost of living? Dave and Reb tackle some of these thoughts and questions on today's episode of "Let's Talk Money wi...