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Welcome to Money: Faith & Finance where we explore the profound and practical of everyday finances. In every episode, we explore the real-life impact of everything from superannuation to stewardship, the World Bank to your wallet – and what does God have to say about money?

Join hosts Ben McEachen and Pete Burrows as they sit with Hope1032's brekky announcer Danniebelle Whippy on the Money: Faith & Finance podcast. Discover how Danniebelle's upbringing in biblical generosity faced challenges from redundancy and mortgage pressures to anxiety. Learn how she turned to Jesus' promises in the Sermon on the Mount and 1 Corinthians 10:13, seeking God through hardship to grow in faithfulness. 

Key Takeaways:

Faith and Generosity: Danniebelle's generous upbringing has shaped her approach to money. Any time she can show generosity, Danniebelle sees that as success.

Struggles in Sydney: Living in the second-most unaffordable city in the world, Danniebelle shares how financial strain was compounded by health issues, unemployment and worry.

Journey Through Darkness: Danniebelle recommends wise counsel, professional healthcare advice, and spiritual re-engagement to help navigate out of dark periods.

Faith, Not Finances: Rather than continue to strive for financial security, Danniebelle came to trust in God’s provision - no matter her circumstances.

The Power of God's Word: I Corinthians 10:13 has provided Danniebelle with comfort and resilience, reaffirming that God never pushes us beyond our limits.

Notable Quotes:

"It's easy to slip into the depths of the depression of it, but actually [I found it was about] not letting yourself go there and turning to God's word..." – Danniebelle Whippy

"I'm just going to get my walk right with God... and things started to change in my financial state." – Danniebelle Whippy

"It's trusting in him that he will provide for you." – Danniebelle Whippy

"He’ll never let you be pushed past your limit. He’ll always be there to help you come through it." – Danniebelle Whippy

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Pete Burrows is an accountant for small business and individuals with Lower Russell and Farr in Penrith, Western Sydney, Australia.

Ben McEachen hosts Hope Mornings on Hope 103.2FM in Sydney, Australia.

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