Thinking Biblically When Markets Crash
We live in a fallen world that often works against us. God told Adam that work and life was going to be more difficult because of sin and I’m pretty sure investing is no exception to these hardships. Consider how it feels when you have been working hard to save and provide for your families…
Read MorePodcast – Financial Stewardship
https://investingintruth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Castleview-Podcast-Financial_Stewardship-12-9-20-Smaller.mp3 I recently had the honor of doing this podcast on Financial Stewardship with my pastors at Castleview Church. Our discussion is centered around the theme of biblical stewardship, why it is important in the life of a Christian and how our faith and finances are connected. Brad Graber, CFP® has been working with…
Read MoreWhat to Do with Your Stimulus Check?
As you’ve no doubt heard by now, there are going to be stimulus checks going out to the majority of American households in the next few weeks. Every recipient is going to be faced with some very important decisions to make sure they are stewarding this unexpected resource well. The process for each of us…
Read MoreChristian Joy in a Material World – Part II (Where Joy Can Be Found)
Solomon explained pretty well that true joy and satisfaction can’t be found in the things of this world alone. Only when we have a proper relationship with God can we find enjoyment in the things of this world. However, apart from Him, material things will only bring temporary fulfillment followed by more hunger. Ecclesiastes 2:24-25 …
Read MoreMedicare Explained – Part I
People nearing age 65 often find themselves bombarded with mailings and solicitations for Medicare and it can quickly become an overwhelming decision. Figuring out what is in your best interest can be a difficult decision, especially since those providing the information stand to profit from selling you a plan. Providing an unbiased education on the…
Read MoreMedicare Explained – Part II
People nearing age 65 often find themselves bombarded with mailings and solicitations for Medicare and it can quickly become an overwhelming decision. Figuring out what is in your best interest can be a difficult decision, especially since those providing the information stand to profit from selling you a plan. Providing an unbiased education on the…
Read MoreChristian Joy in a Material World – Part I (Where Joy Is Not)
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” – The Declaration of Independence These words have become deeply ingrained into the American society as part of our Declaration…
Read MoreInvesting: Balancing God’s Control and Our Responsibility – Part II
Part II Last week we talked about the impact that understanding God’s sovereignty and control in our lives can have on the way we view and handle money, both in the good times and the bad. We want to continue that discussion this week because it’s so important for us to have a right understanding…
Read MoreInvesting: Balancing God’s Control and Our Responsibility – Part I
Part I We often talk about how our financial lives and our faith are connected to each other. When we think about biblical finances, most of us think about how we spend our money or whether or not we take on debt. However, one of the biggest areas where we see our faith exposed is…
Read MoreIs Gaming a Legitimate Career?
There’s been a lot of talk in the past week about the 16 year old teenage boy from Pennsylvania who earned $3 million by winning the Fortnite World Cup gaming competition. Gaming is a big sport with the most active group being teenage boys, many of whom are already earning six-figures — for playing video…
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