Money Made Faithful With John Putnam

In the spirit of the Olympics, we're exploring how the dedication and discipline of the Olympic athletes can inspire our financial stewardship. Just as athletes train rigorously for their moment on the world stage, we must prepare diligently for our financial goals.  We'll draw parallels between their pursuit of gold and our journey towards wise and faithful money choices, highlighting how ou...

Last week's episode marked the first of this two-part series, and we're thrilled to continue exploring how to turn this annual event into a chance to teach our kids valuable financial lessons. In this episode, we explore five more financial principles and the practical steps you can use to teach them to your kids. By using these, you’ll make your shopping trips an opportunity to teach your k...

Last year, we took the time to talk about the excitement and opportunities of back-to-school shopping. We’re throwing it back to a refreshed version of those episodes these next two weeks, hopefully right as you’re contemplating your kid’s back-to-school lists! This episode is the first of a two-part series exploring how to turn this annual task into a chance to teach our kids va...

It happens to all of us...a money mistake. Ever wondered what to do after making a money mistake?  Today, we’re talking about how to recover from financial missteps and stay on track. As a former financial advisor, I’ve probably experienced, or seen other people experience, every money mistake possible - each has taught me invaluable lessons.  We’ll explore three key st...

As we enjoy the warmth of summertime, it's the perfect moment to reflect and reset our perspectives. Midyear can feel like a "messy middle" when icomes to our annual goals and objectives, but what if we infused it with some Christmas truth?  Let's unwrap this special Christmas-in-July episode and reset as needed as we reaffirm our financial goals are reflecting a Christ-centered focus. ...

In this episode, I’m sharing the stories of two remarkable women—one known for the widow's mite and the other, Nettie McCormick.  While separated by centuries, they were united by their profound generosity and love for Jesus. We'll explore three common mindsets and how these perspectives can influence our actions and opportunities today. Their stories will uncover valuable lessons...

In this episode, we have a special guest, Lans Slack, to explore biblically responsible investing. Imagine a world where we align our investments with our faith and values. Suddenly our financial decisions have far-reaching impacts on culture. Lans has 30 years of experience in the financial services industry and is currently the Senior Vice President at Eventide Investments.  With a rich fam...

Summertime is here and is the perfect moment to reflect on our finances.  Today, we're exploring three powerful money moves inspired by King Solomon's wisdom. These moves will position you for wise and faithful financial stewardship.  Join me as we uncover how Solomon's timeless advice can transform your summer financial journey.   In this episode, John discusses:  Three essent...

It's summertime, a season filled with fun in the sun and a whirlwind of activities. But amidst the excitement, managing finances can become a bit chaotic.  Today, we're tackling the challenges of summer budgeting with three practical tips to help you stay on track. Let's navigate the summer months with financial intentionality and faith, ensuring you make the most of every opportunity while h...

In this episode, we're wrapping up our series on how to have your best vacation ever.  We've discussed setting and sharing expectations and eight steps for maximizing your vacation experience. But what happens when tech distractions threaten to steal the joy of your time away?  Join me as we explore five practical tech tips to ensure your vacation is filled with meaningful moments, free...

With summer on our doorstep, many of us are gearing up for that much-needed vacation. But how can you help make sure it's your best one ever?  Today, we're exploring eight practical steps to prepare for a restful, rewarding and rejuvenating break.  We'll talk about how prayer, planning, and setting the right boundaries can transform your vacation experience.  Join me as we dive into...

134 - How to Have Your Best Vacation Ever - Setting Expectations   Summer is almost here, and with it comes the excitement of vacation planning! Whether you’re planning a getaway with your spouse, family, or friends, the anticipation for a restful break is huge! In this episode, we'll explore how to set five key expectations, how to manage them wisely and avoid common vavcation traps to...

Have you ever considered how you make a financial choice? In this episode, we're discussing the 'anatomy' of a financial choice and how small choices over time can lead to significant results.   Using the   Financial Forensics   model, we'll follow five crucial steps in making wise, faithful stewardship decisions. Join me as we explore how big and small choices can shape our financi...

It’s a special treat to have my friend Rob West join us this week. Rob is the CEO of Kingdom Advisors and the host of the nationally syndicated radio program, Faith & Finance.  Today, we'll talk about the Kingdom Advisors organization and how Certified Kingdom Advisors make a transformational difference in financial planning and and the financial industry with a biblical worldview.&...

Have you ever heard of spontaneous combustion?  It's a fascinating phenomenon where fire ignites without an external heat source. But what if I told you there's a similar concept regarding generosity?  Join me as we observe an encounter from Genesis where Jacob is spontaneously generous. There’s transformative power in spontaneous generosity where you can embrace a life of impactfu...

Today we're talking about how many so of us grapple with modern-day financial traps that can hinder our journey toward true joy and wise stewardship, just like in the  story of the wealthy ruler from the book of Mark.  Join me as we focus on three trendy traps that are way too easy for us to fall into. Once we’ve uncovered them, we’ll explore some strategies rooted in biblica...

In this episode, we're diving into the practicality of finding hidden opportunities within your finances. Join us as we uncover how those opportunities in your budget may improve your financial journey and how a fresh perspective can reveal hidden blessings.  I’ve developed a FREE tool I call 'The 3D Budget'. I’ll share how it can help you gain better control of your finances and...

In this episode, we're diving into a topic that touches nearly every American's financial life: tax refunds.  Yes, that's right, we're talking about cash—hundreds of billions worth of it, to be exact! But here's the twist: we're exploring why your tax refund might not be as smart to receive as you think. Listen in as we uncover truths about applying our money resources wisely and how ou...

In last week's episode, we talked about the importance of setting meaningful financial goals while staying present on the journey toward them.  Today, we're taking it one step further and talking about a crucial question:  When does a financial goal become an idol?  Just like the Israelites in Exodus who crafted a golden calf as their idol, we can elevate our goals to a level of ido...

When does a financial goal become a distraction? Have you ever found yourself overly fixated on future goals, so much so, that it was a distraction to other parts of your life? Or maybe you reached a goal and felt somewhat disappointed, or that it was anticlimactic?  Today, we're diving into the delicate balance between setting ambitious goals and remaining present in your journey. We'll explore h...

In this spring refresh episode, we dive into a remarkably practical framework that can help lay a strong spiritual foundation for your journey ahead.  Join us as we explore how committing to The Five 5’s will bring you closer to God, build confidence, enhance gratitude, and foster peace - in your finances and every other facet of your life. Through consistent practice,  you'll experience immediate...

Spring is getting closer as winter begins to fade and it’s time to freshen with a little spring cleaning! But we're not just tidying up your home and yard; it’s the perfect time to spruce up your money, too!  In this episode, we're diving into three simple steps for your financial spring cleaning . Drawing wisdom from timeless scriptures and practical insights, we'll align our financial decisions...

I'm excited to have my friend, Ron Blue, joining me in this episode as we delve into five timeless money principles. Ron has 50+ years experience and financial wisdom rooted in scripture and is the author of over seventeen books and the founder of various financial companies and ministries, including the Ron Blue Institute, and he continues to be active and impactful. With decades of experience, R...

In this episode, we're diving into a unique perspective on being prepared for the financial battles you will face as we explore the connection between spiritual battles and wise financial stewardship, empowering ourselves to honor God in every financial choice we make. Just as athletes prepare meticulously before a big game, we too can equip ourselves for our financial challenges as we draw from t...

I recently came upon a thought-provoking Wall Street Journal article discussing the opinion of why Americans are losing faith in the value of higher education, and it got me thinking. Considering the financial stewardship around post-high school education, it's essential to be wise and intentional when it comes to college and career planning and pursuits. Joining me today is my friend, Lisa Marker...