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Market Commentary
April 1, 2026

Navigating Geopolitical Storms: A Faithful Look at March 2026

March 2026 tested investor resolve as geopolitical tensions surged. Here's how faithful stewardship principles helped navigate the storm.

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Financial Planning
January 5, 2026

A Fresh Start: What Does 2026 Mean for Your Financial Journey?

A new year brings new opportunities for faithful stewardship. Here's how to approach 2026 with purpose, wisdom, and a clear financial plan.

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Market Commentary
February 3, 2026

January 2026 Recap: A New Year, A New Milestone, and the Power of Staying Steady

January delivered a new market milestone. Here's what happened, what it means, and why staying steady in your faith and your plan matters most.

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Market Commentary
January 2, 2026

December 2025 Market & Economic Recap: Insights for the New Year

December closed 2025 with important signals for investors. We break down what happened and what it means for your financial journey into the new year.

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Financial Planning
December 10, 2025

End-of-Year Financial Planning for Christians: Stewardship, Gratitude, and a Merry Christmas

As the year draws to a close, faithful stewardship calls us to reflect, give wisely, and position ourselves well for the year ahead. A Christian guide to year-e...

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Market Commentary
December 2, 2025

November 2025 Market & Economic Recap: What Happened and What May Lie Ahead

November looked calm on the surface but had plenty of undercurrents worth paying attention to. Here's what faithful stewards need to know about last month's mar...

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Biblical Stewardship
November 20, 2025

Faith-Based Financial Planning for Thanksgiving: Grateful Living, Wise Giving, and Biblical Stewardship

Biblical stewardship offers a beautiful framework for navigating Thanksgiving with both financial wisdom and spiritual integrity โ€” gratitude and smart money man...

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Market Commentary
November 4, 2025

October 2025 Market and Economic Review: What Happened, What It Means, and How Faith-Based Guidance Can Help

October delivered solid returns across most asset classes, yet beneath the surface, key economic indicators are sending mixed signals that demand careful attent...

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Investing
October 15, 2025

AI Investing in a Turbulent Market: Navigating High Valuations, Risk, and Opportunity with a Faithful Approach

AI stocks found themselves in a tailspin after months of sky-high valuations. Before you make any hasty decisions, let's put this turbulence into proper context...

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Retirement Planning
October 5, 2025

The Definitive Social Security Guide for Near-Retirees and Newly Retired Christians

Most Christians approaching retirement are about to make a Social Security decision that could cost them tens of thousands of dollars. Here's what you need to k...

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Faith & Finance
September 22, 2025

Faith-Based Financial Planning vs Traditional Wealth Management: Which Is Better for Your Family?

The question isn't simply about which methodology generates better returns โ€” it's about finding an approach that aligns with your deepest values while effective...

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Retirement Planning
September 10, 2025

Should You Roll Over Your 401(k) After Leaving a Job? Pros, Cons, and Key Considerations

When you leave your job, one of the most important financial decisions you'll face is what to do with your 401(k). Understanding your options is crucial for mak...

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Legacy Planning
September 2, 2025

The Proven Christian Legacy Planning Framework: 7 Steps to Transfer Both Wealth and Faith to the Next Generation

It's not just about transferring wealth โ€” it's about ensuring our faith, values, and resources continue to glorify God for generations to come. Here's the prove...

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Estate Planning
August 20, 2025

Are You Making These Common Estate Planning Mistakes? 70% of Families Are

Over 70% of American families either don't have an estate plan or haven't updated their existing plan in years. Most of these errors are completely preventable ...

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Life Transitions
August 8, 2025

A Financial Guide for Widows: Navigating Your Next Steps with Wisdom and Support

Suddenly being responsible for financial decisions that you may have shared โ€” or that he may have handled entirely โ€” can feel overwhelming. This guide walks you...

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Estate Planning
July 28, 2025

70% of Americans Die Without a Will: The Biblical Case for Christian Estate Planning

As Christians, we're called to be faithful stewards of everything God entrusts to us โ€” and that stewardship doesn't end at death. Here's the biblical case for g...

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Investing
July 15, 2025

Faith-Based Investing Hits $100 Billion: 7 Mistakes You're Making with Christian Investment Strategies

Faith-based investing has hit $100 billion โ€” but are you doing it right? Here are the 7 most common mistakes Christians make with values-aligned investment stra...

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Retirement Planning
July 3, 2025

Will I Outlive My Money? What Retirees Fear Most and Real Steps to Secure Your Financial Future

The fear of outliving your money is one of the most common anxieties among retirees. Here are the real steps โ€” grounded in both financial wisdom and biblical pr...

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Retirement Planning
June 20, 2025

Will Your Provision Last? A Faith-Based Guide to Not Outliving Your Money

For Christians in or near retirement, the question isn't just 'will I have enough?' โ€” it's 'Lord, will my provision last?' Here's a faith-centered framework for...

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Retirement Planning
June 8, 2025

From Fear to Faith: Navigating Retirement in an Uncertain Economy

Economic uncertainty can be paralyzing. But for Christians, fear doesn't have to have the final word. Here's how to move from anxiety to confidence in your reti...

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Retirement Planning
May 27, 2025

Are You Making These Common Christian Retirement Planning Mistakes?

Even well-intentioned Christians make costly mistakes when planning for retirement. Here are the most common โ€” and how faithful stewardship can help you avoid t...

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Retirement Planning
May 12, 2025

How to Create a Christian Retirement Plan That Actually Honors God: 5-Step Framework

A retirement plan that honors God isn't just about the numbers โ€” it's about stewardship, generosity, and purpose. Here's a practical 5-step framework for buildi...

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Retirement Planning
May 1, 2025

The Hidden Trade-Offs Behind Common Retirement Strategies

Popular retirement strategies often come with trade-offs that aren't clearly explained. Here's what you need to know before you commit to a path โ€” and how to ch...

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Investing
April 18, 2025

Is Your 401(k) Supporting Companies That Go Against Your Faith? Here's How to Check โ€” and What to Do About It

Many Christians are unknowingly invested in companies that conflict with their values. Here's how to audit your 401(k) and take meaningful action to align your ...

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Investing
April 5, 2025

The NUA Strategy: A Smart Move for Your 401(k) โ€” A Faith-Based Perspective

The Net Unrealized Appreciation strategy can save you significant taxes on employer stock โ€” but few people know about it. Here's what faithful stewards need to ...

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Legacy Planning
March 22, 2025

Legacy Planning for Christians: 10 Ways to Leave More Than Just Money Behind

True Christian legacy is about far more than financial assets. Here are 10 meaningful ways to ensure your faith, values, and generosity outlast your time on ear...

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Retirement Planning
March 10, 2025

Retirement Isn't the Finish Line: How Christians Can Plan for a Kingdom-Focused Next Chapter

For Christians, retirement isn't the end โ€” it's a new chapter of purposeful living and kingdom service. Here's how to plan for a retirement that honors God and ...

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Faith & Finance
February 22, 2025

Why Good Financial Decisions Aren't Just About the Numbers

The best financial decisions are shaped by more than spreadsheets and projections โ€” they reflect your values, your relationships, and your calling. Here's why t...

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Financial Planning
February 10, 2025

What Online Retirement Tools Don't Know About Your Life

Online retirement calculators are useful โ€” but they don't know your calling, your values, or what truly matters to you. Here's what they miss, and how to fill i...

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Retirement Planning
January 28, 2025

Christian Retirement Planning 101: A Beginner's Guide to Faith-Centered Financial Security

Whether you're just starting to think about retirement or catching up after years of putting it off, this beginner's guide gives you the faith-centered foundati...

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Faith & Finance
January 15, 2025

Christian Wealth Management Secrets Revealed: What Financial Advisors Don't Want You to Know

The wealth management industry isn't always transparent. Here's what Christian families deserve to know โ€” about fees, conflicts of interest, and how faith-based...

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