In this episode, we explore a biblical framework for stewarding God's money through four key uses: living, giving, paying taxes and managing debt, and saving for the future.

The conversation challenges the cultural pull toward lifestyle inflation and self-worship, calling listeners back to contentment, generosity, and trust in God as the true provider. Drawing from Scripture and real-world examples, this teaching offers practical wisdom for aligning spending, giving, and investing with a life of faithful stewardship.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-89-foundations-part2

Download our free Guide to Biblical Giving at https://secondhalfstewardship.com/subscribe, and we'll unpack what the bible says about tithing, giving to the poor, or giving away everything you own for the sake of the Kingdom.

Timestamps

00:00 – The Four Ways We Use God's Money

01:10 – Culture, Self-Worship, and Lifestyle Inflation

02:19 – Contentment and God as Our Provider (Hebrews 13)

03:08 – Spending Less Than You Earn

06:08 – When Lifestyle and Experiences Become Idols

10:52 – Where Does Your Money Flow Effortlessly?

11:37 – Giving Breaks the Power of Money

15:00 – Strategic Giving and Helping Those in Need

18:40 – Debt, Freedom, and Being Slaves to Lenders

20:50 – Saving, Investing, and Trusting God as Provider

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What does it truly mean to steward God's money well? In this episode, we return to the foundations of biblical stewardship by exploring three core truths: God is our provider, God owns it all, and we are His stewards.

Through Scripture and practical reflection, we discuss how these principles reshape our posture toward work, wealth, control, and trust as we seek to faithfully manage the resources God has placed in our hands.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/

Download our free Guide to Biblical Giving at https://secondhalfstewardship.com/subscribe , and we'll unpack what the bible says about tithing, giving to the poor, or giving away everything you own for the sake of the Kingdom.

Timestamps

00:00 – Why Foundations Matter in Biblical Stewardship

01:02 – Re-Anchoring Our Hearts: God as Our Provider

04:15 – Diligent Work vs. Trying to Be the Provider

06:39 – God Owns It All: Letting Go of Control

09:00 – A Temporary View of Wealth and Resources

14:16 – What It Means to Be a Steward, Not an Owner

18:55 – The Risk of Doing Nothing with God's Resources

21:45 – Living with Open Hands and an Eternal Perspective

Advisory services offered through Retirement Planning Services, LLC. https://seriousretirement.com The information in this recording is intended for general educational and informational purposes only, and should not be construed as investment advisory, financial planning, legal, tax, or other professional advice based on your specific situation. Please consult with your professional advisor(s) before taking any action based on its contents.

Estate planning isn't just about deciding who receives your assets—it's about stewarding God's resources with clarity, wisdom, and love. In this episode, we walk through five essential estate planning documents every steward should understand and consider: beneficiary designations, a will, a trust, powers of attorney, and a living will or advance directive.

Learn how these documents work together to provide guidance, reduce confusion, and help ensure a smooth transition to the next steward.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-87-estate-documents

Download our free Guide to Biblical Giving at https://secondhalfstewardship.com/subscribe , and we'll unpack what the bible says about tithing, giving to the poor, or giving away everything you own for the sake of the Kingdom.

Timestamps

00:00 – Estate Planning as Christian Stewardship

02:33 – Beneficiary Designations Explained (And Why They Matter)

06:27 – Common Mistakes With Beneficiary Designations

07:35 – Why Every Steward Needs a Will

10:29 – When a Trust Makes Sense (And When It Doesn't)

17:08 – Powers of Attorney: Planning for Incapacity

20:00 – Updating Documents as Life Changes

20:24 – Living Wills & Advance Directives: A Gift to Your Family

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-87-estate-documents

The information in this recording is intended for general educational and informational purposes only, and should not be construed as investment advisory, financial planning, legal, tax, or other professional advice based on your specific situation. Please consult with your professional advisor(s) before taking any action based on its contents.