Best Christy Jenkins And Gary Jenkins Podcasts (2025)

One of the biggest money mistakes we can make involves lacking the knowledge to understand a financial decision but going forward anyway. This could include misunderstanding how different savings accounts work, how much it costs to borrow money, or generally how to get out of a bad financial situation. Fortunately, there is a panacea to financial i…

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Are Luxuries Wrong? 26:23

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Are luxuries something Christians should have? Can we live faithfully while enjoying this life's extravagant or very nice things, or would that be wrong? In this episode, we talk about what a luxury is and some things to consider regarding the question "Are luxuries wrong?". "Am I pursuing a life of luxury or am I pursuing a life of righteousness?"…

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Financial Dysmorphia 33:34

28d ago33:34

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Financial Dysmorphia can alter your perspective between how your money situation is and how you think it is. In this episode, we describe this in more detail, highlighting some causes and signs of Financial Dysmorphia. We end with some ways to overcome this for those who may struggle. Episode Resources: https://www.verywellmind.com/money-dysmorphia…

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Jonah and Personal Finance 26:37

5M ago26:37

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The prophet Jonah is best known for spending 3 days and nights in the belly of a great fish. However, there are a other things we can learn from Jonah that are more applicable to our lives, including how we approach our financial lives. In this episode, we take a common outline of the book of Jonah and put a financial spin to it: we can run from ou…

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Troubling Trends in the Workplace 38:00

5M ago38:00

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Many things have changed in the work environment, especially in the last five years. In this episode, we talk through some workplace trends that either are un-Christian or could lead to unholiness. The things we talk about include ghosting, scrolling, isolation, family, ingratitude, and fraud. Episode Resources: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is…

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Being “Peculiar” with Personal Finance 42:47

6M ago42:47

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To be a Christian is to belong to God. We were lost in sin but God has bought us back from that punishment. Now we are His, and our lives should reflect that. In this episode, we talk about different ways we can reflect God with our finances. Episode Resource: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/borrow/financial-thumb-rules-follow-these-8-g…

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Doom Spending 26:36

7M ago26:36

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Doom spending is what happens when we use God’s money to deal with the stress of believing the world is doomed. Much like doom scrolling hinders our growth, doom spending hinders our ability to give effectively, save sufficiently, or plan adequately. In this episode, we talk about doom spending, describing a little more about what it is, talking ab…

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Bountiful 101: Cosigning 37:31

7M ago37:31

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Bountiful 101 is when we take a subject, like cosigning, and introduce some of its concepts. Our goal for episodes like this is to combine our Christian attitude with a little bit of knowledge in order that we may glorify God by making wiser decisions with the money & possessions with which we are blessed. To cosign a loan or a lease involves a lot…

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Dealing With Financial Jealousy 27:21

7M ago27:21

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There are many dangers when it comes to financial blessings, including greed, arrogance, and jealousy. In this episode, we discuss financial jealousy, what it is, how it can happen to us, and what we can do to prevent it. Episode Resources: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/signs-jealousy-envious https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-jealousy-5190…

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When Does Saving Become Hoarding? 33:24

8M ago33:24

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Could you explain the dividing line between saving and hoarding? Is it based on a dollar amount? Is it a percentage? Or is the line between saving and hoarding based on something else? Larry Burkett is credited with this quote: “The only difference between saving and hoarding is attitude.” Savers find meaning in godliness while hoarders look for me…

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Being Present Among the Presents 31:11

9M ago31:11

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In this episode, we talk about a note Gary left for himself in a box of Christmas decorations about enjoying the holidays. Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Crazy-Busy-Cure-productivity-people/dp/1529367085 https://balancethroughsimplicity.com/how-to-simplify-your-calendar-and-be-more-intentional-with-your-time/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Doing Thanksgiving Wrong 23:24

9M ago23:24

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Even during the holidays, feelings of inadequacy can cloud our mindset and darken our emotions. In this episode, we discuss how this could happen and what we could do to remind us of how valuable we are! We are always dependent on God’s providence, blessings, and guidance, so every day is a great day to be thankful! But, are we giving thanks the wa…

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Feeling Inadequate During the Holidays 28:04

10M ago28:04

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Even during the holidays, feelings of inadequacy can cloud our mindset and darken our emotions. In this episode, we discuss how this could happen and what we could do to remind us of how valuable we are! Resources: https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/why-you-should-post-on-the-holidays-and-the-best-time-to/441318#:~:text=Since%20we%27re…

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Things to Keep in Mind as a Content Creator 48:41

10M ago48:41

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This episode is more than just two content creators getting together to talk about creating content. We talk about some considerations for Christians to make before creating any content, not just Christians who create Christian content. We discuss this topic from the perspective of it becoming a career choice – what it entails, how it can become a …

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Financial Integrity 36:43

10M ago36:43

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Integrity encompasses all our lives, including how we use God’s money. In this episode, we discuss financial integrity and the importance of having principles that consistently guide our stewardship of God’s blessings. We honor God when every aspect of our lives show integrity. We dishonor God when any aspect of our lives lacks integrity. Resources…

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Zombie Debt 32:07

10M ago32:07

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Zombie debt is a debt you believed was paid off, written off, discharged, or otherwise closed. But months later it comes back to haunt you, wanting you to pay toward it. In this episode, we go into some examples of how zombie debt can go after you and some preventive measures we can take to avoid this type of scare. Resources: “Money Lessons for Ba…

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Young Adults And Personal Finance 41:49

11M ago41:49

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College students and young adults have a unique approach to their personal finances because they’ve had unique experiences. In this episode, we talk with Amy Sewell, Instructor in Business at Freed-Hardeman University, who shares trends, challenges, opportunities, and recommendations. Resources: Money, Possessions, and Eternity: A Comprehensive Gui…

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Personality Types and Personal Finance 27:07

11M ago27:07

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If you’ve taken a personality type test, you may have found it interesting to read about yourself yet learn something, too. In this episode, we share a draft of a non-scientific, unofficial “Bountiful Personality” that considers four ways you interrelate with money. How do you see money? Do you tend to be generous or miserly? How do you use money? …

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Things To Consider When Giving to Charity 32:09

11M ago32:09

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We discuss ways we can help ensure what we donate to charitable organizations is used effectively by those organizations. Sites to find objective information about charitable organizations: https://www.guidestar.org https://give.org https://www.charitywatch.org https://www.charitynavigator.org Other resources referenced for this episode: https://ww…

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Financial Milestone Anxiety 29:45

12M ago29:45

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Growing up, we likely had some milestones in mind of how life would go and when we would accomplish things like graduating, getting a job, buying a house, and having children. But what happens if life doesn’t go as planned? In spite of not wanting to get caught up in the rat race, we can feel anxious about falling behind in the race! In this episod…

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Ambition 30:20

12M ago30:20

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What do you want to be when you grow up? The world does not impose many limits on us. That means, if the Lord blesses you with time and opportunity, it’s up to you how far you want to go! This is where ambition comes in. How do we balance what we want to accomplish with making the best of our situation? How do we balance our priorities and resource…

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Finance Quotes And The Bible 27:15

1y ago27:15

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Quotes can be interesting and meaningful ways to remember or emphasize things. In all things, we want to measure all things, even thought-provoking quotes, against the Word of God, as that’s the only way we can know if they are true. In this episode, we do just that! We chose nine quotes about financial stewardship and discussed if the Bible backs …

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Should I Tithe? 21:47

1y ago21:47

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The word “tithe” is sometimes used interchangeably with “give” when people talk about financial offerings for the church. Is “tithe” an appropriate word for us to use to describe the monetary gifts we offer? Does “tithe” accurately describe what it is we’re supposed to do, or are Christians called to do something different? In this episode, we defi…

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Financial Self-Sabotage 26:17

1y ago26:17

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Financial self-sabotage is when we undermine or damage our own financial situation. We could do this by depleting our savings as soon as it builds to something meaningful, buying things we can’t afford, or choosing to ignore sound financial advice because of fear or anxiety. In this episode, we’ll talk about how we can know if we’re self-sabotaging…

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Travel Tips with Keith Kasarjian 48:27

1+ y ago48:27

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We all will likely spend money on travel. We want to not only be responsible in our spending but also with our influence, especially when traveling to a foreign country. In this episode, Keith Kasarjian, Director of International Studies with Bear Valley Bible Institute, gives us his top five travel tips. Pack light. It is liberating to have less. …

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Financial Lessons-Learned from Recording 200 Episodes 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

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To celebrate our 200th recorded episode, we’re sharing some lessons we learned about podcasting that correspond to principles of stewardship. In this episode, we’ll talk about those principles, how we apply them on this show and how we can all apply them in our personal finances. Keep going even when it’s inconvenient. Doing something is always bet…

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Mortgages In the News 38:24

1+ y ago38:24

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Mortgages have been in the news a lot recently. Higher interest rates combined with higher prices have made mortgages more expensive than in the past few years. In this episode, Gary & Christy take away the click-bait words and (some) bias as they discuss interest rates, home prices, and things to consider when applying for a mortgage today. Regard…

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Challenging The Norms 35:07

1+ y ago35:07

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Conformity can be a good thing, especially when it involves positive peer pressure or keeping things organized. However, not all conformity is good. In fact, the Bible challenges us not to be conformed to this world (Romans 12:2). In this episode, we talk about conformity in our personal finances. This could happen when we spend how everyone else i…

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Values-Based Investing with Dale Hubbert 27:31

1+ y ago27:31

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When we invest in a 401(k), IRA, or other type of brokerage account, we normally put money into individual stocks, individual bonds, or “baskets” like ETFs or index funds. We want to put our money to work for us in ways that will yield good returns, but do we look into those companies or agencies in which we invest to understand the values they pro…

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Don’t Be Fooled by Scams 28:41

1+ y ago28:41

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It’s not always pleasant to talk about “ways people try to steal your money”, but it’s a necessary discussion. Part of being a good steward is learning the art of financial discernment – learning how to make wise decisions regarding our personal finances. One area of discernment is protecting ourselves from people who try to steal our online identi…

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The Value of Boundaries 41:01

1+ y ago41:01

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Boundaries are an important part of having a healthy life and good relationships. In this episode, we discuss some tips on setting effective boundaries. These tips will help in most areas of our life and especially with our personal finances. Resources: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-set-boundaries/ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relati…

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Jesus Talks Stewardship 27:10

1+ y ago27:10

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Jesus talked a lot about stewardship during his ministry. In this episode, we highlight four things Jesus said that are recorded in Luke 12. Then, we discuss how we can live those things out. The passages we review are: Luke 12:1 – “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.” Luke 12:6-7 – “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies…

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Financial Illiteracy 30:27

1+ y ago30:27

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Financial literacy involves knowing the core building blocks of personal finance on which we can increase our knowledge. But, is financial illieracy a problem? Can we be faithful in our stewardship of God’s money without understanding money & how it works? In this episode, we describe what financial illiteracy may look like and whether we should be…

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Tips On Buying A Car 44:36

1+ y ago44:36

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Buying a car can have an emotional aspect to it. Sometimes we view the vehicle we drive as an extension of ourselves, and this can complicate matters when what we want doesn’t fit within our budget. In this episode, we discuss five things to keep in mind when you’re in the market for a vehicle. First, know what you can afford. Just because we have …

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Bountiful 101: Introducing Fiduciaries 31:09

1+ y ago31:09

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Bountiful 101 is when we take a subject, like fiduciaries, and introduce some of its concepts. Our goal for episodes like this is to combine our Christian attitude with a little bit of knowledge in order that we may glorify God by making wiser decisions with the money & possessions with which we are blessed. Fiduciary relationships involve trust, l…

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How to Be a Better Saver 43:36

1+ y ago43:36

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Even though the recommended savings goal is typically 10% of disposable income, research suggests that the average American saves less than half that amount. There are many reasons why many of us fall short of that 10% ideal, and some of those reasons are within our control. In this episode, we discuss some things we could do to help us be better s…

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Unexpected Expenses! Now What? 41:40

1+ y ago41:40

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Unexpected expenses are, ironically, something we expect to happen. This could be a home repair, medical bill, school expense, or an event in your life. In this episode, we talk about what we can do when unexpected expenses happen. Even though we cannot control what or when or how much an expense would be, we can control how we handle that situatio…

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How To Build a Budget 34:40

1+ y ago34:40

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Budgets are for everybody. While a budget may look different from person to person, everyone can reap the benefits of having an outlined spending plan. In this episode, we talk about what a budget is, the importance of budgets, and then how to make a personal financial budget for you and your household. A budget is a written plan that shows your an…

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Putting Money In Its Place 23:28

1+ y ago23:28

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When it comes to our material possessions, including money, we want to make sure to keep them where they belong. If our money is “rightly placed”, so to speak, then our plans to give, save, and spend have good chances of success. We would also be more likely to live bountifully in service to God, using his blessings in the best way. In this episode…

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How to Misplace Money 23:12

1+ y ago23:12

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We usually like to keep things in their “spot”. Car keys, wallets, and toothbrushes all have a place where they belong. If these get misplaced, we have trouble finding them. We try to proceed through our day, but we have to backtrack to find, not what was rightly placed, but what was misplaced. When it comes to our material possessions, including m…

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The Fruit of the Spirit and Stewardship 29:33

2y ago29:33

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Financial matters matter because they can impact our soul. How do we handle the material blessings God provides to us? Do we handle them with love, joy, and peace? Do we use those blessings to be kind, good, and gentle? Do we manage our money with patience, faithfulness, and self-control? In this episode, we review each element of the fruit of the …

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Grumbling Stomachs and Thankful Hearts 31:36

2y ago31:36

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The word “complain” comes from the Latin meaning “to lament with excessive force.” While a lot of things in life are great, not everything in life is problem-free. If our minds are not set on the things of the Spirit, then we can slip into the attitude of “thankful stomachs and grumbling hearts”, meaning we focus on our fulfillment and self-satisfa…

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Self-Control With Our Finances 39:14

2y ago39:14

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It is easy to teach about the importance of self control. It is challenging to live with self control, especially in all aspects of our lives. In this episode, we discuss the importance of self-control with our income & with our expenses. Episode Resources Bountiful episode “Is This Job Worth It?” https://thelightnetwork.tv/bountifuls5e3/ https://w…

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Gentleness & Money 33:31

2y ago33:31

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Gentleness, while it’s one of the parts that make up the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5, is something that we sometimes dismiss. It can seem like a vague idea, compared to joy or self-control. However, God’s wisdom included “gentleness” (some versions use “meekness”) as something we should strive for in our lives, even our financial lives.In th…

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Is Money Something You Can Count On? 18:58

2y ago18:58

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What is the faithfulness or reliability of money? We use money every day in exchange for our needs and some things we want. But is money in it for the long haul?In this episode, Gary & Christy discuss what the Bible says about the faithfulness of material wealth. Then, they outline how we can draw the line between utilizing money and depending on i…

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Living The Good Life 30:47

2y ago30:47

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The good life may look different for you than for me, and how we define happiness or success has a huge impact on our perspective of what “the good life” means. In this episode, Gary & Christy compare a worldly viewpoint and a spiritual viewpoint of the good life.The worldly viewpoint of the good life involves being self-sufficient, self-centered, …

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There’s Always Room for Kindness 23:12

2y ago23:12

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Kindness is part of our stewardship. A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself (Proverbs 11:17). We can be kind just as effectively at no expense as we can at medium expense or high expense. But since this is a podcast about money management, this episode focuses on how we can use our money in the work of kindness.As faithfu…

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Being Patient With Ourselves 34:02

2y ago34:02

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The Bible encourages us to be patient (Romans 12:12; Galatians 6:9). There are familiar quotes about patience, like “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” And even when it comes to our personal finances, patience is vital because our savings don’t grow overnight just like our debts don’t disappear overnight. But what about being patient with ourselves? Do w…

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Big Barns And Buried Treasure 21:06

2y ago21:06

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Jesus talked about financial stewardship a lot. Two of his parables are the backbone for this episode and inspiration for its title. Do we use the strategy of the rich fool by tearing down our barns and building larger ones? Or do we use the strategy of the one-talent man by hiding our abilities instead of using them for God’s glory? Episode Resour…