Financial Issues

In today's show, Mark Minnella is joined by Elijah Kelley for Focus Friday and overtime, discussing national debt, citizen stewardship, market pullbacks, sector rotation, and the rise in millennial and Gen Z wealth. They explore financial education, mentoring younger generations, compounding, entrepreneurship, and using stewardship principles to manage money with purpose. Listener questions highli...

The U.S. government is doubling its debt buybacks as the national debt reaches a staggering $40 trillion. On today's show, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to explain what government debt buybacks are, how they work, and why the government is buying back debt. Mark, Seth, and Sam also discuss the growing national debt, government spending, the federal budget defic...

Is the September swoon upon us? Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to examine the claim that September is historically a bad month for the markets and how investors should respond. For Winning Wednesday, the team celebrates the display of the Ten Commandments in Louisiana public schools. Later, Mark discusses his latest article in the Daily Caller, highlighting the...

In this month's sector breakdown, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to take a closer look at the healthcare sector. The team explores how artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare and what these changes could mean for investors.  Later, they discuss a new survey showing that Gen Z is contributing "disproportionately" to the rise in entrepreneurship and wha...

How do we plan for the future if Jesus could return at any moment? How should Christians think about saving, investing, and financial stewardship in light of Christ's return? Today, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to answer a listener's question about Christian investing and preparing for the future. Together, they explore how the return of Jesus should shape the...

In this episode of Stewardship Today, we examine why faithful stewards should set financial and investment goals while ultimately trusting God to direct their steps. The discussion explores how clear goals help determine the right investment approach, while understanding personal investment style and time horizons can help stewards make more disciplined decisions. We also examine the importance of...

It's Focus Friday, where listener calls and questions take center stage at the intersection of Christian finance, biblical stewardship, faith-based investing, and today's top current events. Today, Mark Minnella, Seth Udinski, and Sam Case examine AppLovin, a software stock down nearly 50% this year. Are warning lights flashing, or is this a buying opportunity? Financial Issues has partnered with...

What are the differences between public and private companies? Why do private companies go public in the first place? On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss what motivates companies to go public. They also break down how shares are issued and how the number of shares affects stock value. Later, the team examines the latest inflation data a...

Afraid of making mistakes in your investment strategy? What do you do if you've already made one? On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss one of the most common fears new investors face and how to overcome it. Later, for Winning Wednesday, Crossroads Kids Club CEO Matt Armstrong joins the show to celebrate the outstanding results of last mo...

On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to break down the latest developments in gold and silver. Why hasn't the war with Iran driven up precious metals prices, and what does the future hold for gold and silver? Later, the team examines the state of oil and American energy as the nation's oil reserves hit decades-low levels. Financial Issues has partn...

Earnings continue to come in hot for the second quarter. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to examine the latest earnings data and offer listeners practical tips for breaking down quarterly reports. Meanwhile, July's jobs report came in weaker than expected, but there's more to the story. The team breaks down the numbers and explains what they r...

In this episode of Stewardship Today, we examine debt through the lens of biblical stewardship, discussing why Scripture repeatedly warns against the dangers of borrowing. The conversation explores how debt can limit a steward's ability to faithfully manage God's resources, distinguish between different types of debt, and explain why avoiding unnecessary debt should be a long-term financial goal....

A recent survey shows that investors are becoming more optimistic despite ongoing global tensions and persistent inflation. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-host Sam Case to discuss how investors are feeling about the current market environment. Later, they break down the latest jobs report and answer questions from Financial Issues partners. Financial Issues has partnered wi...

Are nuclear and space stocks poised to power up and soar, or should investors brace for crashes and meltdowns? On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-host Sam Case to examine the state of nuclear and space stocks as investor interest in both sectors continues to grow. Later, Financial Issues agriculture reporter Craig Haugaard joins the show to discuss the latest developments in th...

Sometimes understanding why we do something is just as important as doing it. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-host Sam Case to discuss the importance of creating a Stewardship Constitution, a foundational document that helps guide how a Christian family manages its finances in a God-honoring way. Mark shares ideas for what this document should include and explains how famili...

On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-host Sam Case to continue their discussion on estate planning. Together, they explore the often-complicated world of reverse mortgages and consider whether they can ever be a wise financial option. Later, radio host and economist Kevin Freeman joins the show to discuss Texas' move to recognize gold as legal tender and what the future may hold...

August is National Make-A-Will Month, an annual reminder to create or update your estate plan, protect your loved ones, and thoughtfully steward the resources God has entrusted to you. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-host Sam Case to discuss the importance of estate planning and how the process differs for Christians seeking to leave a legacy of faithful stewardship. Later i...

In this episode of Stewardship Today, Mark Minnella and Seth Udinski explain why building an emergency savings fund, or the "moat around your castle," is a foundational step in faithful stewardship. They discuss how preparing for expected expenses and unexpected emergencies can help stewards avoid unnecessary debt, protect long-term investments, and make wiser financial decisions. Throughout the c...

On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the latest GDP numbers, what they reveal about the state of the economy, and how they compare to previous data. Mark also explains how the media presents economic data in ways that can make conditions appear worse than they actually are. The team also breaks down the latest earnings reports from Apple...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration has stopped $99 million in government payments from going to deceased individuals. But that's only the tip of the fraud iceberg. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the Trump administration's latest efforts to crack down on government fraud and whether those efforts go far e...

It's a major week for the markets, with key quarterly earnings reports set to help shape the outlook for the rest of the year, alongside the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss what they'll be watching in the latest round of corporate earnings and what those reports could signal about the...

Should you ALLOW your children to receive an allowance? Or could that allowance ALLOW entitlement to take root. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss whether giving kids an allowance is a wise idea. If parents choose to give one, what are the best strategies for using it to teach discipline, a strong work ethic, and faithful stewardship i...

Continuing last week's discussion on the importance of a mid-year financial checkup, the team turns to everyone's favorite planning topic—taxes. On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss practical year-end tax planning strategies, including maximizing charitable giving, setting aside a portion of investment gains for taxes, and taking proacti...

In today's episode, Mark Minnella and Seth Udinski explore the Christian view of money and stewardship by contrasting the world's approach to finances with God's design for managing His resources. They examine the biblical principles that should shape every financial decision and explain why faithful stewardship requires both practical financial wisdom and unwavering commitment to God's truth. Thr...

We check in on our health with doctor visits and on our cars with periodic inspections, but what about our finances? On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case for a mid-year financial checkup. They discuss the most important aspects of a mid-year financial review, including what to evaluate now and how to plan for the rest of the year. At Financial Issu...