Faith & Finance Minute

To make progress in saving, use more than one bank account. Rob West shares how to keep money allocated for saving from getting mixed in with your other funds. Then you can actually make progress toward your financial goals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giving gift cards can seem to be a good idea. However, Rob West warns gift cards do have some downsides and shares those downsides so you can give in a way that benefits and protects the recipient. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is it possible to create a budget in 60 seconds? Rob West attempts to but concludes It takes time, intentionality, and practice. Ask God for wisdom and provision, He’s faithful to guide you, even when the numbers don’t add up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you’re over 70½, you can make a charitable donation directly from an IRA. But Rob West warns be careful not to get caught in a tax trap. There are a few traps to look out for, but being generous is a great thing to be and do. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On average, you can expect an annual return of about 10 percent in the stock market. Rob West warns the problem is, there’s rarely such a thing as an “average” year so persevere and be patient. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever been jealous of those richer than you? Rob West warns in the end, riches aren’t important. What is important is being “rich toward God,” counting Him as greater riches than anything on the earth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wills and trusts, what’s really the difference? Rob West gives a quick primer so you can decide which you need to ensure your assets go where you want when you go home to the Lord. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The “easy way out” often leads to trouble down the road. Rob West shares how one of those "easy ways" (debt consolidation) which cures the symptom, but doesn’t address the underlying problem. Try debt management instead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An increasing number of Americans are getting stressed out about money. So, how can you reduce money-related stress? Rob West suggests three things from financial author Art Rainer that can ease a lot of the stress you may be facing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you need a raise? Rob West shares it may not be an issue of having enough money or not. Live within your means and become prayerful, faithful, wise stewards of all God provides for us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do the wealthy know that others might not? Rob West shares five concepts the wealthy understand and that we would benefit from as well. As Proverbs 1:5 teaches, “Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever made a financial error? Rob West shares a story of a simple error that cost millions! So always double check your figures, dates, and account numbers when making a transaction and keep errors to a minimum. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some decisions in life are harder than others. Rob West says we ought to determine to make wise choices when it comes to earning, spending, giving, saving and investing. Because just deciding not to make bad decisions is already a good one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In light of the Ten Commandments admonition, “You shall not steal” Rob West suggests we not only respect what belongs to others, but be open-handed with what you have and give to others. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Everybody complains about the weather but nobody does anything about it. Rob West suggests the same can be said for the financial climate. Think of it as preparing for a storm—not out of fear, but out of wisdom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Real estate can be a smart investment. Rob West suggests It can give you an income stream through renting and almost always appreciates in value. But if you don’t feel like being a landlord, you can buy shares in a REIT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When making a decision about a major purchase, Rob West says do the math. When you run the numbers, it may become clear that you need to wait, or perhaps seek other options. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Before going into debt to buy something, Rob West has a few questions to ask yourself. Rob quotes from Randy Alcorn who's point is that you should think and pray before taking on debt. Never make more debt your first choice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A hundred years from now, no one is going to remember how many possessions you had. Rob West suggests God wants us to enjoy life,.but someday this life will be over. Let's invest our time and resources in things that have eternal value. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Contentment, in the biblical sense, is about trusting God for everything you need. Rob West shares that contentment is something we all need to learn, as the Apostle Paul did. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you own a lot or only a little? Rob West explains this trick question and encourages us to be faithful stewards over what belongs to God. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Often Rob West is asked, “How do I cancel my credit card?" Well it is not difficult if you follow the three steps Rob shares. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You’re setting yourself up for financial danger and suffering if you make any of the three big money mistakes. Rob West shares what they are so you can be like the prudent: "(he) sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it.” Proverbs 22:3 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...

People who are serious followers of Jesus Christ want to do God’s will. Rob West tells us what God’s will is for our financial life... don’t put your hope in wealth but in God, and use what He’s given you to do good and be generous Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jesus tells us to treat other people the way we’d like to be treated. Rob West suggests we think about that in relation to your job. You may be surprised at the difference it makes in your workplace and the lives of the people around you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.