Faith & Finance Minute

Honoring our parents involves more than words of respect—it includes caring for their needs as they grow older. Rob West draws from the teachings of Jesus and Paul to remind us that whether through financial assistance, practical help, or simply being present, Scripture calls us to care for our parents faithfully, gratefully, and as we are able.

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Those who financially support the work of the Gospel can play an important role alongside those who preach, teach, and go. Rob West points to the support Humphrey Monmouth provided William Tyndale as a reminder that our generosity can help carry God’s Word to people and places we may never personally reach.

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Financial loss can shake the things we depend upon while revealing the source of a deeper security. Rob West points to Horatio Spafford’s story and It Is Well with My Soul as a reminder that money, homes, and plans may be lost, but God remains faithful through every circumstance.

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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.

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Financial loss can be devastating, but it can also remind us where our greatest riches are truly found. Rob West points to the Wesley family’s response after losing nearly everything in a house fire to remind us that possessions can be replaced, while the people God has given us—and God Himself—are treasures money could never buy.

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Wisdom doesn’t mean figuring everything out on our own. Rob West uses the familiar “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” expression to remind us that God never designed us for complete self-reliance, but invites us to seek His wisdom and receive help through His Word and the trusted people He places around us.

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Planning to give is important, but generosity ultimately requires following through. Rob West explains how a donor-advised fund can be a valuable tool for charitable planning while reminding us that the goal isn’t simply setting money aside—it’s putting those resources to work for God’s Kingdom.

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The world often measures success by the greatness of our name, influence, or wealth, but Scripture points us toward a different goal: goodness. Rob West reminds us that our resources can be used not to build our own reputation, but to meet needs, restore what is broken, and participate in God’s good work.

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Generosity offered in worship may sometimes look wasteful to a world focused on what we keep. Rob West points to Mary of Bethany’s costly gift to Jesus as a reminder that the highest purpose of our resources is to honor Christ—and what is poured out for Him is never wasted.

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Wealth can provide opportunities and protection, but it can also bring greater complexity, vulnerability, and responsibility. Rob West draws from Proverbs 13:8 to remind us that money is a useful tool but a poor foundation for security—our ultimate dependence must remain on God.

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A home can represent freedom, hospitality, and security, but those blessings ultimately come from something greater than the house itself. Rob West uses the story of the red front door to remind us that our deepest security isn’t found in property or possessions, but in the God who provides, welcomes, and delivers.

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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.

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Comparison begins to lose its grip when we recognize that everything we have ultimately belongs to God. Rob West points to Jesus’ parables to remind us that God entrusts different resources to different people, but the measure He calls each of us to is the same: faithfulness with what He has placed in our care.

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Serving God doesn’t always mean leaving the marketplace for traditional ministry. Rob West points to R.G. LeTourneau, whose business success became an avenue for both service and extraordinary generosity, reminding us that surrender means recognizing that our work and resources ultimately belong to God.

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Generosity can sometimes be multiplied simply by taking advantage of opportunities already available to us. Rob West encourages us to check whether our employers offer charitable gift matching, an often-overlooked benefit that could increase the impact of our giving without increasing what comes out of our own pockets.

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Our financial circumstances may differ greatly, but our worth and dignity are not determined by what we possess. Rob West points to Proverbs 22:2 as a reminder that rich and poor share the same Creator, calling us to honor and value people because they bear God’s image—not because of their economic status.

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For retirees who give regularly, an IRA may offer a tax-efficient way to continue that generosity. Rob West explains how a Qualified Charitable Distribution can support your church or other eligible charities while potentially satisfying required minimum distributions and reducing taxable income.

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Earning more doesn’t have to mean spending more. Rob West points to John Wesley’s example of keeping his lifestyle modest even as his income grew, challenging us to consider whether increased provision might create greater opportunities for generosity rather than simply greater consumption.

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When a financial burden disappears, the money it frees up can easily be absorbed into new spending. Rob West points to Ezra 7 to encourage us to see that newfound margin as an opportunity to save, give, prepare for the future, or help others—allowing financial freedom to serve a greater purpose.

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A Health Savings Account can be a valuable tool for both today’s medical expenses and long-term financial planning. Rob West explains how its tax advantages—and the ability to reimburse yourself years later for qualified expenses—can allow your savings to remain invested and growing for the future.

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Treating our children equally doesn’t always mean leaving them equal amounts. Rob West explains that wise estate planning considers each child’s unique circumstances and ability to steward an inheritance, with decisions communicated in love and guided by the long-term good of each child.

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Good stewardship isn’t about making ourselves indispensable—it’s about preparing others to carry the work forward. Rob West uses Moses and Jethro to show the importance of sharing responsibility, passing along knowledge, and building systems that can continue faithfully long after we’re gone.

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Rob West reminds us that biblical wisdom includes being alert to financial scams and identity theft without living in fear or suspicion. Simple safeguards—and slowing down when someone pressures us to act quickly—are practical ways to protect our personal information and faithfully steward what God has placed in our care.

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Should we buy or rent? That is a common question today, and Rob West gives us some things to consider. Wise stewardship does not pursue homeownership at any cost. It counts the full cost and asks whether the decision fits the rest of God’s purposes for our money.

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Envy is more than wanting what someone else owns, it is wanting the status their possessions seem to provide. Rob West points out that believers can step off the ladder of comparison. In Him we already possess a home, an identity, and an inheritance money could never secure.

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Compassion is more than noticing someone’s hardship or feeling sorry for them. Rob West takes the Apostle John's admonition to show us that Biblical compassion is not measured only by what we feel. It is revealed in what we are willing to share.

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Money is a lot like fire. In the right place, it brings warmth, light, and life. Left untended, it can consume what matters most. Rob West points out In the right hands, money can kindle generosity, illuminate God’s goodness, and warm the lives of others. In the wrong hands, it can destroy.

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The Apostle Paul said, “If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat.” Rob West shares that he wasn't addressing the poor, disabled, or unable to work. He was confronting people who had the ability to work but had chosen not to. So “aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands.”

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John the Baptist said, “He must increase, but I must decrease.” He knew his purpose was never to make himself known. It was to prepare the way for Christ. Rob West applies the same to our lives, whatever success, resources, or responsibility we receive should help others see Jesus more clearly.

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Money can open doors, but character determines what happens next. Rob West reminds us from the book of Proverbs that a good name is built slowly through honesty, humility, and faithfulness—especially when no one is watching.

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Proverbs calls us to “speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves”. Rob West informs us that we can speak up through our investing. Through proxy voting and corporate engagement, we can encourage companies to protect human dignity, treat workers fairly, and address practices that harm vulnerable people.

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When tax collectors and soldiers came to John the Baptist asking what repentance should look like, he said “Be content with your wages.” Rob West shares that genuine spiritual change reaches into our work, our money, and the way we use authority.

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Proverbs 10:22 says, “The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.” Rob West points out that "rich" in this context does not point to wealth. In Christ, we have been forgiven, reconciled to God, adopted into His family, and promised an eternal inheritance. Those are riches no market can increase, and no financial loss can take away.

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2 Corinthians 9:7 says, “God loves a cheerful giver.” Rob West points out "cheerful" means "hillarious", and there is a joy that comes from giving freely. When grace loosens money’s grip on our hearts, giving becomes a celebration of God’s goodness.

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From the Song of Songs Rob West reminds us a husband and wife no longer live only for themselves, but to share life together. When couples decide to be one, money can become less of a source of tension and more of a tool for unity and Kingdom impact.

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Taking a look at the Year of Jubilee in Leviticus 25, Rob West points out that people mattered more than profit, and everything Israel possessed ultimately belonged to God. In Christ, we find the greater Jubilee: an eternal inheritance that can never be lost.

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Using the example of ancient Israel and their farming, Rob West shows us that financial progress usually comes through steady, faithful work—not quick schemes or promises of easy wealth. We earn honestly, spend wisely, save consistently, and trust God with the outcome.

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Ezekiel had a prophesy to deliver to Sodom, but the judgment was not for what you might first think. Rob West reveals that their prosperity became a wall instead of a blessing. It sheltered them from compassion and hardened them toward the vulnerable.

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God revealed through Joseph that Egypt would experience seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine. Rob West points out that also God showed Joseph the importance of saving. Saving during steadier seasons can help you face a job loss, medical bill, or major repair without immediately turning to debt.

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Priscilla and Aquila along with Paul made tents for a living. Rob West uses their example to show us that work is not just for making money, your work can become a setting for service, encouragement, generosity, and faithful witness to others.

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