Faith & Finance Live

Well, it's hard to believe, but soon the kids will be headed back to school. Are you ready to get the new school year started on the right foot? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Crystal Payne share some great advice to make your back-to-school experience easier. Then, it’s on to your questions. That’s Faith & Finance Live—where biblical wisdom meets today&r...

A century of broadcasting—and the stewardship lessons are as fresh as ever. In 1926, Moody Radio crackled to life with just 500 watts. One hundred years later, that little signal has multiplied into a vast network of digital and terrestrial channels used to proclaim Christ. On the next Faith & Finance Live with Rob West , we celebrate Moody’s centennial with a voice many of you gre...

Inflation may have cooled—but for many households, the credit card balances built up in recent years are still very real. Many families navigated rising costs by relying on credit cards. Now, even though inflation has eased, the balances—and the interest—remain. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Neile Simon share how credit counseling can help. Then, it’s...

Proverbs 19:8 states, “The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.” Wisdom doesn’t just shape what we believe—it sculpts how we live, including how we handle money. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Dr. Greg Forster begin a series on the cardinal virtues. As we look at prudence, explore why faithful stewardshi...

When it comes to retirement, many of us are taught to think mainly in terms of escape—escape from work, pressure, schedules, and responsibility. But is that the full biblical vision? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West considers what is conveyed in Scripture about retirement. We’ll also discover how to steward our later years with purpose and faithfulness. Then, it’s...

This weekend, our nation celebrates freedom. In Scripture, however, we are reminded about freedom that’s even deeper than national liberty. During the Fourth of July weekend and the nation’s 250th anniversary, we ask: What does it mean to live as truly free people? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores the freedom Christ gives—and how that freedom reshapes the...

In his book titled, The Screwtape Letters , C.S. Lewis wrote, “Prosperity knits a man to the world. He feels that he is ‘finding his place in it,’ while really it is finding its place in him.” Prosperity can be a blessing from God, but it becomes dangerous when it begins to shape our identity. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West examines the story of King Hezeki...

Before you borrow, it’s worth asking what the debt may cost beyond the interest rate. Debt can affect your budget, your marriage, your margin, and your ability to respond freely when God leads. That doesn’t mean borrowing is always wrong, but it does mean it should be approached carefully. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Ron Blue help you think wisely about borrowin...

1 Corinthians 4:2 says, “Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.” Faithful stewardship doesn’t happen by accident. In fact, the choices we make with money can either create pressure or help us manage those resources with wisdom and devotion to God. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West looks at six financial choices that can help us steward wel...

Credit card rewards can look like easy money—especially when we hear about earning flights, hotel stays, and cash bonuses, just by opening new cards. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West cautions us about a growing strategy called, “credit card churning” that may carry more risk than reward. Learn what it is, where the dangers are, and how Christians can think wisely a...

Do you know if your retirement plan is on track—or are you simply hoping it is? Whether retirement is years away or just around the corner, it’s wise to pause and take a closer look at your plan. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West walks you through a retirement checkup—what numbers to know, what assumptions to test, and how to think biblically about the season ahead....

Why wait to give when the impact could start today? It’s easy to assume generosity will grow over time—after we’ve earned more, saved more, or reached a certain level of financial security. But what if waiting causes us to miss something greater? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Cody Hobelmann discuss the impact of giving now, rather than later. Then, it’...

When we think about financial decisions, we often turn first to budgets, spreadsheets, or expert advice, and those tools can be helpful. But for followers of Christ, wisdom begins with prayer. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Sharon Epps talk about inviting God into our financial lives and seeking His guidance with trust and humility. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s F...

When Christians respond with generosity, doors open for hope that lasts. You’ve heard about the devastating crisis in Lebanon and how families are displaced by war. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and May-Lee Melki revisit that story because, while much has been done, the need remains great. They share what your generosity has already made possible—and the opportunity s...

Joshua Becker states, “Minimalism isn’t about removing things you love. It’s about removing the things that distract you from the things you love.” Clutter not only competes for your space, but it also vies for your attention, affection, and generosity. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Joshua Becker joins Rob West to discuss possessions and simplicity. Discover how ow...

With Father’s Day approaching, we’re asking a deeper question: What kind of legacy are we leaving as men, as dads, and as stewards of what God has entrusted to us? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Jonathan Lewis from Fathers for Fathers joins Rob West to talk about fatherhood, faith, and the financial discipleship that shapes generations. Then, it’s on to your calls. That&r...

When the paycheck stops and retirement income begins, how should giving change? During our working years, giving often feels straightforward. In retirement, however, income may come from Social Security, pensions, investments, or savings; this shift results in new questions for many. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Anthony Saffer explore wise and faithful tithing in retirement....

When one listener’s burden became another’s calling, the body of Christ went to work. Every now and then, through this program, we get to see what happens when God’s people respond to very real struggles in extraordinary ways. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rene in North Carolina joins Rob West to share how a simple phone call led to a powerful act of generosity. Then, it...

Many investors wonder whether the market is getting ahead of itself—especially in AI and tech. What if the better question isn’t whether we’re in a bubble, but how we should respond if we are? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Mark Biller discuss what investors should do when markets look overheated. They also explain why trying to predict the exact peak usually...

In Genesis 11:4, the people of Babel said, “Let us make a name for ourselves.” That same temptation can surface in times of success, when achievement becomes a personal monument rather than a platform for God’s glory. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Jim Wise discuss the spiritual risks of prosperity. They also explain how to keep the focus on God’s Kingd...

Did you hear about the guy who tried to pay his taxes with a smile? Unfortunately, for him, the IRS still prefers cash. All jokes aside, failing to file your taxes for several years is no small matter . . . but it's not the end of the road, either. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Kevin Cross share practical steps to help you get back on track. Then, it’s on to your calls....

More Christians are asking whether their financial lives reflect their deepest convictions. This includes how to give, spend, invest, and even bank. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Aaron Caid explain how everyday banking can reflect our values and even support Kingdom work. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live, biblical wisdom for your financial j...

Psalm 90:12 states, “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” In this Psalm, readers are reminded to live wisely and intentionally with the time God gives us. For families with kids or grandkids, summer provides a unique opportunity to do just that. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Brian Holtz talk about making room for work, play, and rest...

We can spend a large amount of time chasing what we think will satisfy. Jesus, however, offers a radically different vision of abundance--one that can’t be measured by what we own. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores what true abundance is and why it matters for every financial decision we make. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . bibl...

As Christians, we are called to be generous, but what does that look like when someone asks for money on the street? Should we give? Is there a better way to help? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Dr. David W. Jones explore the ethics of giving to homeless people. They also share how to show compassion without causing harm. Then it’s on to your calls. That’s on Faith...