<p><i>“Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless…” </i>- Isaiah 1:17</p><p>As believers, we’re called to defend the powerless and stand up for those who can’t stand for themselves. Right now, few places need that more than Lebanon, especially for its girls and young women. Today, Jack Hibbard is with us to share compelling stories of hope—and how you can be a part of this important mission. </p><p>Jack Hibbard has been a passionate advocate for <a href="https://heartforlebanon.org/ff/?utm_source=radio&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=ff_radio">Heart for Lebanon</a> for many years and previously served on the organization’s board of directors.</p><h3>A Hidden Crisis for Girls in Lebanon</h3><p>While global headlines often focus on Lebanon’s war-torn landscape and economic collapse, an even deeper crisis is affecting the most vulnerable: young women and girls. <a href="https://heartforlebanon.org/ff/?utm_source=radio&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=ff_radio">Heart for Lebanon</a> is responding to this crisis with bold, gospel-centered compassion, providing protection from human trafficking, early marriage, child labor, and violence.</p><p>In refugee and impoverished communities, early marriage, domestic abuse, and forced labor are tragically common. One mother, now divorced with four children, shared how her own 14-year-old daughter was forced into marriage to escape abuse, only to find more of the same. In the midst of this pain, the light of the gospel is breaking through.</p><p>Through Hope Centers, literacy programs, counseling, and discipleship, Heart for Lebanon offers girls a safe place to learn, heal, and flourish. They’re helping young women understand who they are in Christ, not as tools or burdens, but as daughters of the King.</p><p>One 5th-grade girl, forced to labor after school for just $20 a week, broke down in tears when a staff member shared her worth in Jesus' eyes. She had believed she only existed to serve others. But that day, she gave her life to Christ, choosing to walk in His light, despite the darkness around her.</p><h3>You Can Help Right Now</h3><p>When girls discover their God-given dignity and worth, it changes everything. The gospel doesn’t just rescue—it prevents trafficking, early marriage, and abuse. It restores what the world has tried to steal.</p><p>As believers, we have a chance to participate in this redemptive work. Every gift of $114 helps protect three at-risk girls from early marriage, child labor, and violence, while introducing them to the love of Jesus.</p><p>When we loosen our grip on money, we loosen the grip of money on our hearts. Giving doesn’t just bless others—it deepens our trust in God and draws us closer to Him.</p><p>That’s the vision behind our quarterly ministry partnership with organizations like <a href="https://heartforlebanon.org/ff/?utm_source=radio&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=ff_radio">Heart for Lebanon</a>. Together, we’re trusting God to help us reach 500 girls and young women in Lebanon with protection and hope.</p><p>Join us in this life-saving mission. To give:</p><ul><li>Text FAITH to 98656</li><li>Visit: <a href="http://faithfi.com/Lebanon">FaithFi.com/Lebanon</a></li></ul><p>Every gift makes an eternal impact—rescuing girls, restoring dignity, and proclaiming the gospel in one of the world's most challenging places. Let’s be faithful stewards together.</p><h3>On Today’s Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:</h3><ul><li>I’m 75 and have two retirement accounts I’m not sure what to do with. One is a TSP from my military retirement with just under $5,000. The other is a New York Life annuity worth about $50,000, but it’s only earning 2%. Should I move it into an indexed annuity or keep taking the RMDs as is?</li><li>My wife passed away just two weeks ago, and I’m overwhelmed. She handled our finances; I haven’t paid a bill in 25 years. We tried reaching out to a Certified Kingdom Advisor before she passed, but didn’t have much success. I don’t have a budget, and honestly, I don’t know where to begin. I need help.</li></ul><h3>Resources Mentioned:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://faithfi.com/give">Faithful Steward: FaithFi’s New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)</a></li><li><a href="https://heartforlebanon.org/ff/?utm_source=radio&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=ff_radio">Heart for Lebanon</a></li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/shop/wisdomoverwealth">Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/sparrows">Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety</a></li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/rtg">Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool</a></li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/find">Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/manage">FaithFi App</a></li></ul>
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“Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless…” - Isaiah 1:17

As believers, we’re called to defend the powerless and stand up for those who can’t stand for themselves. Right now, few places need that more than Lebanon, especially for its girls and young women. Today, Jack Hibbard is with us to share compelling stories of hope—and how you can be a part of this important mission. 

Jack Hibbard has been a passionate advocate for Heart for Lebanon for many years and previously served on the organization’s board of directors.

Breaking the Cycle for Girls in Lebanon with Jack Hibbard

FaithFi: Faith & Finance | May 22, 2025

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