Faith & Finance

Larry Burkett often said that capitalism must be tempered by Christian love, compassion, and stewardship.

Proponents of capitalism and free markets don’t often express that concern, just as believers in social welfare rarely count the cost. Jim Jones joins us today to talk about a new way of looking at those ideas.

Jim Jones is a Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) and Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA®). He is also the author of Utopia Reimagined: An Allegory of Capital and Conscience.

A Unique Approach to Biblical Economics

Unlike typical finance books, Utopia Reimag...

Exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, are rapidly growing in popularity, and for good reason. 

ETFs offer investors an easy, cost-efficient way to diversify their portfolios. But what are they, and what advantages do they offer over other investments? Deirdre Gibson joins us today to talk about ETFs and why you should consider putting some in your portfolio.

Deirdre Gibson is a Senior National Sales Consultant and ETF Specialist for Praxis Investment Management, an underwriter of Faith & Finance. 

What Is an ETF—and How Does It Differ from a Mutual Fund?

Think of an E...

“The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him.” - Lamentations 3:25

We all make plans, but life doesn’t always go as expected. Missed expectations can be painful, especially when we’ve done everything “right.” But even in the waiting, God is still at work. Sharon Epps joins us today to share how we can wait with faith and walk forward with hope.

Sharon Epps is the President of Kingdom Advisors, FaithFi’s parent organization. Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate b...

The Bible contains more than 2,300 verses related to money and possessions—a staggering number. But it’s not because money is the most important topic. Rather, it’s because money is one of the most accurate indicators of what’s going on in our hearts.

If you explore this subject, you’ll find stats like “1 out of every 7 verses in which Jesus speaks involves money,” or “11 of His 39 parables are about money.” While I’m not sure if those stats are accurate, it is true that Jesus mentions money a lot. However, His teaching is rarely about money itself. It’s a...

Summer’s not that far off, and the kids are already thinking “vacation.” Will you be ready for it?

How can you make great family memories without breaking the budget? That’s always the challenge, but Crystal Paine joins us today with some great tips for a budget-friendly family vacation.

Crystal Paine is the founder of MoneySavingMom.com and the author of The Money Saving Mom's Budget: Slash Your Spending, Pay Down Your Debt, Streamline Your Life, and Save Thousands a Year. 

How to Take a Great Family Vacation Without Breaking the Bank

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What’s the difference between a bank and a credit union? More than you might think.

At first glance, banks and credit unions can seem pretty similar as they both offer valuable financial services. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll find that credit unions can be a powerful partner for managing money. Aaron Caid joins us to explain why.

Aaron Caid is the Chief Marketing Officer at Christian Community Credit Union, an underwriter of Faith & Finance. 

A Different Kind of Financial Institution

Credit unions stand apart from traditional banks becau...

Did you know there’s a way to tap into your home’s equity for tax-free cash—without having to make monthly payments? It’s true.

It’s called a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage, or HECM—what many of you know as a reverse mortgage. But today’s reverse mortgage isn’t what it used to be. Harlan Accola is here to help us unpack how they work and whether one might be right for you.

Harlan Accola is the National Reverse Mortgage Director at Movement Mortgage, an underwriter of Faith and Finance. He is also the author...

“Give justice to the weak and the fatherless; uphold the rights of the afflicted and the destitute. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked.” - Psalm 82:3–4

As followers of Christ, we’re called to advocate for the vulnerable and protect the oppressed. One of the most urgent needs today is among girls and young women in Lebanon. May-Lee Melki joins us with a powerful story of hope and a way you can make a difference. 

​May-Lee Melki is a Lebanese-American advocate, legal scholar, and ministry leader dedicated to advancing j...

“A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children…” - Proverbs 13:22

That verse teaches that a life of faithful stewardship will enable you to leave something of great value to your heirs. How you do it can impact future generations. Jeanne McMains joins us today to talk about “intentional inheritance.” 

Jeanne McMains has been a practicing attorney in estate planning, business succession, and non-profits since 1995. She currently serves as the Vice President of Gift Planning with The National Christian Foundation (NCF), where she assists families nationwide with achieving their charitable gift-planning goals.

What Is an...

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich.” - 2 Corinthians 8:9

Each year, Christians pause to remember Good Friday—the day Jesus Christ was crucified. At first glance, calling this day “good” may seem strange. After all, it marks one of the darkest, most sorrowful moments in human history. But for those who trust in Christ, Good Friday isn’t the end of the story—it’s the turning point. It’s the day God’s grace was poured o...