Faith & Finance Minute

Dying without a will is a sure way to leave your loved ones a legal mess. Rob West shares some of the challenges your family may encounter if you don't have a will. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob West shares how the Wise Men not only gave Jesus gifts but also gave us a great gift. They set an example of how we can worship the Lord by seeking him, being humble before him, by opening our treasures and giving. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“Joy to the world! The Lord is come!” The coming of Jesus Christ — God entering into His own creation as a human being — is the most stupendous fact in history. Merry Christmas from Faith and Finance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When you were a child, the days leading up to Christmas were probably filled with excitement, anticipation, and joy. I hope they still are. Not because of presents under the tree, but because God took on human flesh and came to rescue us from sin and despair. He came to give us new and abundant life. From all of us at Faith & Finance, Merry Christmas! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

Careful or you might wind up with coal in your stocking! Rob West reminds us that’s really the opposite idea of what Christmas is all about. Christmas is about the gift of Jesus... not a reward for good behavior but an act of mercy and grace toward the undeserving. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert...

Rob West shares some quotes worth re-quoting from the pen of financial writer Morgan Housel, author of The Psychology of Money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Christmastime often allows adult children to spend extended time with their parents. Rob West suggests you seize the opportunity to address critical financial issues, such as wills, retirement funds, and medical care. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What’s the most common financial error Christians make? Rob West in quoting Austin Pryor of Sound Mind Investing says it is, “Ignoring biblical wisdom when managing money.” So let's keep money in God's perspective.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Having good credit gets you a lower interest rate when borrowing, but what if you have  no credit history? Rob West shares a few good ways to consider in building your credit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you overpaying for life insurance? It’s easy to do. Rob West shares three quick tips to help you avoid overpaying! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The answer to the question, "How much is enough?" often times is, "it depends". Rob West shares some ways you can determine for your own situation how much to give and save and live on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sometimes we make conscious mistakes with our money, sometimes they’re unintentional. Either way they can be hazardous to your wealth. Rob West shares a few ways to avoid these mistakes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Budgetphobia" - You know you should budget but just the idea makes you feel cramped and restricted. If you have this common ailment, Rob West has the cure! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Apostle Paul told the Colossians, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, you are serving the Lord Christ.” Rob West expands on this idea and encourages us to be grateful workers! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Apostle Paul says that God loves a cheerful giver. Rob West agrees and reminds us not all giving is acceptable to God though. He shares what the Christian Stewardship Network says is giving that God accepts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saint Nicholas was a real person! Rob West shares about "Jolly Ole St Nick" and how his generosity should be a role model for each of us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you really need Long Term Care Insurance? Rob West says in light of the fact two-thirds of us will, it would be a good idea to start investing in some. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“Be penny wise and be pound wise too.” Today Rob West shares a few money-related mottos to live by from financial blogger Marjorie Kondrack that reflect the approach to money and managing possessions that she observed in her parents and grandparents. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In tackling credit card debt you’ve got two great options for debt reduction, the snowball method and its big brother the avalanche method. Rob West describes both and when to best use each. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Despite what Hollywood would have you believe the Bible has no hidden codes that we have to decipher. Rob West warns however our interpretation of Scripture sometimes gets us in trouble, especially with verses about money.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How is a budget like a bridge? Rob West will share five comparisons and then encourage you to set up a budget with the FaithFI App. It’s your bridge to wise money management. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving Day stands alone as not commemorating a particular thing but in recognizing how broadly and abundantly we’ve been blessed by a loving and faithful God. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do “generosity” and “stewardship” mean the same thing? Rob West shares from an article written by Leo Sabo of the Christian Stewardship Network that stewardship is broader than generosity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you know what happens to credit card debt when a loved one dies? Rob West explains when you could be responsible for another's debt and when not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The story of The Widow’s Oil in 2 Kings 4 shows how God can provide in miraculous ways. Rob West applies that to our lives today that just as the widow obeyed, we must follow God’s financial principles and depend on Him for the rest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.