Faith & Finance Live

What do you do when the cost of staying healthy starts straining the family budget? For many households, rising healthcare expenses have become one of the biggest financial pressures they face. But even when traditional coverage feels out of reach, you have options. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Lauren Gajdek discuss medical cost sharing, how it works, and why more families a...

A growing number of Christians are asking not just how to invest, but whether their investments reflect what they believe. For many, investing has been treated as a purely financial activity. But can it also be deeply connected to our calling? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Luke Bolton discuss faith-based investing. Explore why it may be more about theology than strategy. Then...

What if investing could be about more than performance—what if it could also be about purpose? More believers are asking whether their portfolios reflect their convictions, and new tools are making that easier than ever. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Mike Schnackenberg talk about ETFs, stewardship, and how to invest in ways that honor God and serve the common good. Then...

Unexpected wealth can feel like a blessing—but without wisdom, it can quickly become a burden. A sudden financial gain—a large inheritance, a life insurance payout, even the sale of a business—can change your circumstances overnight. But what you do next matters far more than what you receive. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West talks about the implications, options,...

2 Timothy 1:5 states, “I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also.” This verse highlights how deeply a mother's faith can shape generations. Moms quietly cultivate our hearts, our values, and even our view of God. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West celebrates the impac...

Is it possible to help your adult children in a way that actually stunts their growth? It’s not an easy question—but it’s an important one because the way we offer support can shape not just their circumstances, but their character. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores how to empower adult children. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith & F...

Economic headlines may shake our confidence, but God’s wisdom provides a firm foundation. When uncertainty emerges, fear often follows. Making financial decisions based on that worry can lead to regret. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Ron Blue share how we can fortify our finances for uncertain times while continually trusting the Lord. Then, it’s on to your calls....

We’re continually tempted to want more, upgrade faster, and pursue the next big purchase—but what if all this activity actually costs us our freedom? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Bob Lotich explain why wanting less may be one of the most powerful financial decisions you can make. Discover how making this shift can reshape your life. Then, it’s on to your ca...

Billy Graham once said that a checkbook is a theological document; it tells you who and what you worship. Each day, we make financial decisions—often without much thought. It is wise, however, to slow down and look deeper because how we spend may reveal more about our hearts than we realize. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores how our typical purchases reflect what we tr...

Ecclesiastes 3:1 begins, “For everything there is a season . . .”. God has designed life to unfold in seasons. With each one comes new challenges, opportunities, and, sometimes, new finish lines. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Cody Hobelmann discuss why it’s not only okay to adjust your financial finish line—it’s often the wise and faithful thing...

Could a reverse mortgage strengthen your financial plan? It may depend on whether it’s part of the plan at all. For many retirees, home equity is their largest asset; however, in most financial plans, it’s treated as if it doesn’t exist. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Harlan Accola explore how bringing your home into the plan can change everything. Then, it&r...

How much is enough, and why does sufficiency frequently seem just out of reach? We often think the answer is a number—a financial target that will bring peace. But what if “enough” isn’t something you reach, but something you define? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores how that question is reframed biblically and why it matters for your contentment, you...

You may own shares in major companies, but who’s speaking on your behalf when big decisions are made? As investors, we often think about what we own—but not how that ownership can be used to influence companies for good. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Chris Meyer talk about corporate engagement—and what it looks like in practice. Then, it’s on to your c...

We’re told to plan for the future—but what happens when the future doesn’t follow the plan? We are reminded in Scripture that even our best plans are not the final word. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores a tension many of us experience but rarely talk about—the Paradox of Planning. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live...

We are told clearly in Scripture that God owns everything, and we are merely stewards of what He has entrusted to us for a season. Part of good stewardship is knowing when you have enough. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Cody Hobelmann discuss how you can establish your first financial finish line. Then, it’s your questions. That’s Faith & Finance Live—whe...

A humanitarian crisis is unfolding—and for hundreds of thousands of families, survival is now a daily question. Lebanon is once again facing a devastating conflict, and the impact on families—especially women and children—is overwhelming. On the next Faith & Finance Live , May-Lee Melki from Heart for Lebanon joins Rob West to share what’s happening and explain how we c...

What if the most important factor in choosing a financial advisor isn’t performance—but alignment? New research shows that when your financial advice aligns with your values, it doesn’t just impact your portfolio—it reshapes how you think about money altogether. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Sharon Epps unpack what that means for you. Then, it’s...

How much can you safely spend in retirement without running out of money? It’s one of the biggest questions retirees face—and for years, many have looked to the “4% rule.” But what if that rule isn’t as simple as it seems? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Mark Biller revisit this widely used guideline and explore a more flexible, thoughtful approach...

What if investing isn’t just about returns—but about redemption? For many, investing can feel impersonal—something tied to markets and retirement, rather than spiritual formation. In Scripture, however, we are called to something deeper—using what we have to serve others and reflect God’s purposes. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores how investing...

Money conversations often focus on numbers and strategies, but underneath them are deeper questions about identity and worth. For many women, financial confidence is closely tied to how they see themselves and their role in God’s story. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Bethany Frymire talk about that connection. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith & F...

What if your everyday banking could help fuel ministry—without changing how you manage your money? Most of us think of banking as purely transactional—but what if it could become a tool for Kingdom impact? On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Aaron Caid share how a unique approach to banking helps support churches, families, and ministries around the world. Then, it&rsqu...

What if debt isn’t just a financial issue—but a discipleship one? We often view borrowing through a financial lens—rates, payments, and timelines; however, in Scripture, we are invited to see the spiritual implications, too. Debt can shape our freedom, generosity, and ability to respond when God calls. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explores a more biblical persp...

Does following Christ guarantee health, wealth, and success—or something deeper? Many believers grapple with that tension, especially when life doesn’t go as expected. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and John Cortines discuss how the prosperity gospel distorts biblical truth, and how, through Scripture, we are called to trust God in both abundance and hardship. Then, it...

What if the question, “How much is enough?” isn’t really about money at all? Many of us wrestle with this subject, especially in a world that always pushes us toward more. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West and Taylor Standridge explore why “enough” is less about numbers and more about the heart. Discover how that realization changes everything from conte...

Jonathan Edwards once said, “True legacy consists not of what we leave behind, but of what we instill in others.” We often think about bequeathing money and assets, but, in Scripture, we are called to also pass on wisdom, character, and a legacy of faithfulness. On the next Faith & Finance Live , Rob West explains how to prepare the next steward. Learn why it’s crucial to int...