<p><i>“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”</i> — Matthew 6:21</p><p>That powerful truth from Jesus captures the heart of FaithFi’s mission and vision.</p><p>If money issues are ultimately heart issues, then we need more than financial tips—we need a heart change that helps us see God as our ultimate treasure. Today, Taylor Standridge joins us to explore the deeper purpose behind FaithFi and how you can partner in that mission.</p><p>Taylor Standridge is the Production Director of <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/show">FaithFi: Faith & Finance</a> and the co-author of <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/sparrows"><i>Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety</i></a>.</p><h3>When Your Peace Rises and Falls with the Market</h3><p>It’s pretty ironic that the stock market graph sometimes looks like a heart rate monitor. The point? Many people’s emotions—and even their sense of hope—are tied to their financial situation. When the market dips, so does their peace.</p><p>But Scripture offers a better way: <i>“Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God”</i> (Psalm 20:7).</p><p>If your peace mirrors the market, it may be a spiritual warning light. Scripture calls us to set our minds on things above, not on the volatility of our savings accounts.</p><h3>Why Our Mission at FaithFi Matters</h3><p>At the core of FaithFi is a calling to help people glorify God through wise financial decisions. But our vision shapes how we do it: to see every Christian view God as their ultimate treasure.</p><p>In Jesus's words during the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 6:21 tells us, <i>"Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” </i>Christian finance is about more than avoiding debt or giving to good causes. Those are great goals, but Jesus is calling us to something deeper: to reexamine what we treasure in the first place.</p><p>It’s not about giving more, it’s about loving God more. That’s why even the Pharisees, who gave plenty, were still rebuked—because their hearts weren’t surrendered. When Christ becomes our greatest joy, giving becomes cheerful, not dutiful.</p><h3>The Daily Struggle: Trusting God or Trusting in Wealth</h3><p>One of the biggest struggles we see on the show frequently is the tension between trusting God and trusting in financial security.</p><p>The culture says to get more and upgrade everything. But the gospel calls us to steward our resources for God’s Kingdom. Ultimately, money can never define our worth—it can only serve as a tool when our identity is rooted in Christ.</p><h3>Wisdom Over Wealth: What Ecclesiastes Teaches Us</h3><p>This book reminds us that wealth, possessions, and even success are fleeting. Apart from God, they’re meaningless—just vapor, or ‘hevel’ as Ecclesiastes puts it.</p><p>But when we view money as a gift from God, not the goal, its purpose becomes clear. Ecclesiastes invites us to stop chasing what won’t last and start investing in what will.</p><p>That’s why we’re excited about the release of our latest study, <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/shop/wisdomoverwealth"><i>Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money</i></a>, authored by John Cortines. Ecclesiastes speaks so much to our modern struggles with wealth, showing us both the futility of placing our hopes in riches and the true path to a life grounded in God’s wisdom. You’ll find that this study will challenge you to rethink your relationship with money and inspire deeper trust in God’s provision and sovereignty.</p><p>To get your copy, you can either pre-order it at <a href="http://faithfi.com/Shop">FaithFi.com/Shop</a> or request a copy to be sent to you when you make a gift of $35 or more to the ministry of FaithFi at <a href="http://faithfi.com/Give">FaithFi.com/Give</a>. </p><h3>Practical Tools for a Biblical Approach to Finances</h3><p>FaithFi isn’t just about biblical theory—it’s about real-life application. There are several ways we equip people to live out God-honoring stewardship:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/manage">The FaithFi App</a>—A budgeting tool built on biblical values like generosity, margin, and contentment. It even includes a vibrant in-app community with <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/find">Certified Christian Financial Counselors (CertCFCs)</a> and <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/find">Certified Kingdom Advisors (CKAs)</a>. <br /> </li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/show">Radio + Podcast</a>—Daily encouragement and wisdom for wherever you are on your financial journey.<br /> </li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/shop">Devotionals & Studies</a>—Tools like <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/shop/sparrows"><i>Look at the Sparrows</i></a> and <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/shop/wisdomoverwealth"><i>Wisdom Over Wealth</i></a> are helping individuals and churches connect their faith and finances.<br /> </li><li><a href="https://www.faithfi.com/give">Faithful Steward Magazine</a>—A quarterly, beautifully designed resource full of rich theology, practical advice, and real-life encouragement—exclusively for FaithFi Partners.</li></ul><h3>Join the Movement: Become a FaithFi Partner</h3><p>The best way to support <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/">FaithFi</a>'s work is to become a <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/give">FaithFi Partner</a>—someone who gives $35 a month or more, or at least $400 a year. </p><p>In return, partners receive early access to our <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/shop">Bible studies and devotionals</a>, full access to the <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/manage">FaithFi Pro App</a>, and quarterly issues of <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/give">Faithful Steward</a>. But more importantly, they help millions of people discover how to treasure God above all else.</p><p>If this vision resonates with you, visit<a href="https://faithfi.com/give"> FaithFi.com/Give</a> and join us.</p><h3>On Today’s Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:</h3><ul><li>I want to know if charities have to follow minimum wage laws in Florida or the United States.</li><li>I have about $130,000 between two IRAs, I owe about $125,000 on my mortgage, and about $15,000 on an auto loan. I have a $250,000 term life policy that ends in 2027. I'm shopping around and want to know how much life insurance I should buy, and if you're in favor of life insurance.</li><li>What's the difference between a Roth IRA and a regular IRA? And can an individual open a 401(k) without being an employee?</li></ul><h3>Resources Mentioned:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://faithfi.com/give">Faithful Steward: FaithFi’s New Quarterly Magazine</a> (Become a FaithFi Partner)</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>
<p><p>Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith &amp; Finance is also available on the <a href="https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/faith-and-finance/">Moody Radio Network </a>and <a href="https://afr.net/podcasts/faith-finance/">American Family Radio</a>. Visit our website at <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/">FaithFi.com </a>where you can join the FaithFi Community <a href="https://www.faithfi.com/give">and give </a>as we expand our outreach.</p></p>

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Faith & Finance is a daily radio ministry hosted by Rob West. The program offers a practical, biblical and good-natured approach to managing your time, talents and resources.

Faith & Finance with Rob West

“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” — Matthew 6:21

That powerful truth from Jesus captures the heart of FaithFi’s mission and vision.

If money issues are ultimately heart issues, then we need more than financial tips—we need a heart change that helps us see God as our ultimate treasure. Today, Taylor Standridge joins us to explore the deeper purpose behind FaithFi and how you can partner in that mission.

Taylor Standridge is the Production Director of FaithFi: Faith & Finance and the co-author of Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety.

The Heart Behind FaithFi with Taylor Standridge

FaithFi: Faith & Finance | May 12, 2025

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