Is Your Budget Due for an Overhaul?
January 16, 2024
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Airing live at 9am CST on American Family Radio, Faith & Finance with Rob West, along with special guests and financial experts, aims to provide biblical wisdom on a variety of financial topics as well as answers to call-in questions. Originating in 1988, Larry Burkett, co-founder of Christian Financial Concepts and Crown Financial Ministries, started a question-and-answer radio program with co-host Steve Moore called “Money Matters”. After Larry’s passing and homegoing in 2003, Crown’s other co-founder, Howard Dayton, became the new host and in 2011, Money Matters was transformed into MoneyWise by Howard’s new organization, Compass Finances God’s Way. In 2017, Kingdom Advisors (another organization Larry Burkett co-founded) acquired the MoneyWise radio broadcast ministry and in January 2023 the ministry changed it's name to Faith & Finance. Today, under the leadership of radio host Rob West, Faith & Finance can be found on your favorite podcast platform and on the AFR website and mobile app.
Inflation reared its ugly head two years ago, causing many to dip into savings, or slide into debt—both of which are unsustainable. So, what’s the answer? On the today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West explains if you've run up higher balances on your credit cards, it might be time for a budget overhaul. Then he answers your questions on various financial topics.
A will is the usual tool for passing assets on to your heirs when you die. But for some things, you don’t need a will at all because there’s a way you can ensure that certain assets go straight to your heirs without passing through probate. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West is joined by Valerie Hogan, who’ll give us a crash course on beneficiary designations and why you want to you use them. Then Rob answers various financial questions.
Christians ministries are sending money and other forms of aid to Israel as that nation copes with the horror inflicted by Hamas on October 7th … as they should. You may be among those who’ve given to Israel in this time of need, but did you know there’s another, very effective, way to help Israel? And it’s probably something you haven’t thought of. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Brian Mumbert to talk about it. Then Rob answers questions on a variety of financial issues.
Do you have someone that you can turn to for trusted financial guidance? Would you believe that almost 40-percent of adults say they don’t? You may be among them, struggling to manage your finances on your own, with no one to answer your questions. Well, it doesn’t have to be that way. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West is joined by Art Rainer to talk about the very special Certified Christian Financial Counselor program. Then Rob answers listener questions on a variety of financial topics.
Women live longer than men by several years. That means there are far more widows than widowers in the U.S. Many of them struggle financially after their husbands’ passing. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Harlan Accola with a possible solution and answers listener questions about reverse mortgages.
People come up with all kinds of reasons not to budget, but none of those reason are very good ones. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West shares some very good reasons why everyone should be using a spending plan to manage the money God has entrusted to them. Then he answers your questions on various financial topics.
There’s always someone who has a list of chores for you, whether it’s your spouse, or your mom, or your boss. But what about your heavenly Father? Is there a list He has for you? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about what God wants from us when it comes to good works. Then he answers your calls and various financial questions.
In today’s society, it’s tempting to let work, status, or material things define us. But when we do that, we are forgetting that as believers, our true identity is in Christ. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about how your identity in Christ provides more lasting satisfaction than financial success ever can. Then he tackles your calls and various financial questions.
The holidays are behind us, and you know what that means—it’s now tax season. But do you know who your tax preparer will be? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West explains that there could be a shortage of qualified tax preparers this year, which might pose a danger for you, but there are ways you can be cautious and avoid the pitfalls. Then he answers your questions on different financial topics.
Having bad credit is expensive. With inflation and high interest rates, it’s more important than ever to keep your credit score as high as possible and you won’t believe how much money that can save you. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about the added expense of having bad credit. Then he answers your financial questions on various topics.
You know, most of the resolutions we’ve made on New Year’s Day are usually history by Groundhog Day. And what folks need to help them keep their resolutions is accountability. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks to Chad Clark about a tool we can use to help us with financial accountability. Then Rob answers questions on a variety of financial topics.
The time has arrived for many of us to start living by our New Year’s resolutions. The trouble is—surveys show 95% of us won’t make it to Groundhog Day. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West has some ways to help you achieve your goals this time. Then he answers various financial questions.
Tithing is fairly simple in your working years. Your only decision is whether to tithe on your net or gross income. But tithing becomes a bit more complicated after you retire. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Anthony Saffer about how to tithe in retirement. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
The Bible has dozens of verses about stewardship. But have you ever wondered where stewardship begins? What is it based on? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Chad Clark and they’ll explore the basis of stewardship and what motivates us to practice it. Then Rob will answer the financial questions you want to ask.
There’s no question that money is one of the biggest causes of tension in a marriage— sometimes even leading to divorce. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with relationship expert Shaunti Feldhahn about 3 steps you can take to ease that tension. Then he’ll answer the financial questions you want to ask.
“And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.” That’s from the Christmas Story in Luke, Chapter 2. The angels announce the coming of the Savior to a group of shepherds. It sounds simple enough … but there’s more to the story. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Jerry Bowyer to talk about it. Then Rob answers a variety of financial questions.
The war in the Middle East isn’t confined to Israel and Gaza. The people of Lebanon are also suffering. Thousands in Lebanon have been displaced by the fighting between Israel and the terror group Hezbollah. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Jack Hibbard to talk about a way you can help and share the love of Christ. Then Rob answers your questions on a variety of financial topics.
This time of year, some folks struggle with a major decision— where to do their year-end giving. If you have money you’d like to give to God’s Kingdom before the end of the year, and you may be swamped with requests, how do you decide where to give? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will be joined by Sharon Epps with some suggestions for your year-end giving. The Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
You may have decided on your New Year’s resolutions by now … but have you figured out what financial moves you need to make in 2024? Only God knows what the future holds, but that doesn’t mean we can’t prepare for whatever may come. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West welcomes Mark Biller who has some great suggestions to shore up your finances. Then Rob will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
According to the Chamber of Commerce, the most popular new year’s resolutions include eating healthier, being more active, and managing money better. Unfortunately, statistics also show that most resolutions will bite the dust…within a month! If you’ve made a resolution to manage your money better this year, how can you be sure to keep it for the long haul? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will help you avoid the pitfalls of resolution failure. Then he will answer a variety of financial questions.
