We may not be the “Young People” anymore…but we’re just a few years down the road. We know how it goes!

Today, we hear the second half of my conversation with Thomas McCarty, a director at the Metroplex Women’s Clinic. We discuss how to think about and approach generosity, even if you are just starting out earning an income. Even if you just have a part-time job. Even if you have NO job, generosity isn’t just about money.

Support the Metroplex Women's Clinic:

• Partner with MWC / Donate Today: metroplexwomensclinic.com/donate

Links & Resources:

• Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app

• Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

How do we fund the work of the Kingdom and support vital ministries in our local communities?

In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we sit down with Thomas McCarty, a Director at the Metroplex Women's Clinic right here in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We dive into the critical, life-affirming services MWC provides to women and families, and discuss the broader picture of what it looks like to resource and fund major Kingdom endeavors.

In this episode, we cover:

• Serving DFW: The vital, holistic care and resources provided by the Metroplex Women's Clinic.

• Kingdom Fundraising: Changing our perspective on fundraising for ministry work.

• Stewardship in Action: How local churches and young Christians can directly support local mission fields.

Support the Metroplex Women's Clinic:

• Partner with MWC / Donate Today: metroplexwomensclinic.com/donate

Links & Resources:

• Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app

• Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

Education with Purpose and Wisdom with Curtis James

In Part 2 of our conversation with Curtis James, Great Commission Pastor at Tate Springs Baptist Church, we pull back the curtain on the intersection of higher education and consumerism in America.

We tackle the heavy realities that many young Christians face today: the crushing weight of student loans and the specific shame that can follow new ministers as they enter the pulpit carrying significant financial burdens.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Consumerism of Education: How the search for a degree can turn into a high-stakes consumer decision

• The Weight of Debt: A candid look at the stress of student loans and how financial baggage impacts your ability to serve your church and community.

• Hope and Mindfulness: Practical advice for young adults and parents on how to approach college decisions and funding with wisdom and intentionality.

You don't have to follow the standard script of debt and stress. Join us for a conversation rooted in hope and a vision for a joyful launch into your calling.

Links & Resources:

• Forecast Your Independent Future: finstory.app

• Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

Join the Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967

What does it actually mean to "launch" into adulthood? Is it simply moving out of your parents' house, or is it something much deeper?

In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, We sit down with Curtis James, the Great Commission Pastor at Tate Springs Baptist Church. We move past the surface-level definitions of independence and dive into the heart of maturity: taking ownership of your own life. In this conversation, we explore:

• The Responsibility Shift: Why launching is a mental and spiritual transition into taking responsibility for your actions, finances, and faith.

• Tithing: How true, obedient generosity could transform the church.

• Attributes of Strong Families: What separates families that crumble under pressure from those that weather hardships and remain faithful to God’s call.

Whether you are a young adult looking for a path forward or a parent wanting to build a resilient, faithful home, this episode is for you.

Links & Resources:

• Forecast Your Independent Future: finstory.app

• Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Learn More at New Story Financial: www.newstoryfinancial.com

• Join the Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967

What happens when the "launch" never actually happens?

In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we’re reacting to a Dave Ramsey clip featuring a mother whose two sons are well into their thirties, working low-paying jobs, and still living in her home. Dave pulls no punches, labeling this a classic case of "failure to launch"—but what is the deeper story here?

Whether you're a parent trying to encourage your kids to fly or a young adult feeling stuck in the nest, this episode offers a practical, grace-filled perspective on taking the next step.

Watch the Original Video:

My 34-Year-Old Sons Still Live At Home (They Can't Afford Rent): https://youtu.be/s3gt_gmsd4E?si=g9-phISwzAJx_oI2

Links & Resources:

• Join the Community (Free): https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967

• Book a 1-on-1 Budget Breakdown: calendly.com/bobby-newstoryfinancial/budget-breakdown

• Forecast Your Independent Future: finstory.app

• Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

It doesn’t matter if you make $40,000 or $200,000 a year—if you don’t have margin, you can’t make progress. In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we dive into the "magical" difference between what you earn and what you spend.

Many young Christians feel stuck, but the power to change your story lies in understanding your numbers. We discuss the two primary "levers" you can pull to expand your margin and start winning with money:

• Pruning Your Expenses: Learn how "margin gardening" can save you hundreds of dollars. From re-shopping insurance and internet to auditing property taxes, don't let a few phone calls stand between you and your goals.

• Increasing Your Income: The power of the side hustle or the promotion, especially in the early stages of your career.

• Harnessing the Difference: Why extra money disappears when it isn't tracked, and how to ensure every dollar is working toward your calling in the Kingdom.

Whether you're looking to afford a new car payment or save for your first home, it all starts with the margin. Tune in to learn how to find yours!

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Find Your Margin (Step-by-Step): outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Forecast Your Future Goals: finstory.app

• Join the Community for Free: https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967

Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

Money is a sensitive topic. For many of us, the mere thought of checking a bank balance or sitting down to a budget brings up a physical sense of discomfort, baggage, or even shame.

In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we get vulnerable about the "stomach-twist" that happens when we aren't where we want to be—whether that’s in our spiritual disciplines or our financial stewardship. 

You were meant to be a steward, a provider, and a generous giver. Don't let past mistakes keep you from your future story.

Links & Resources:

• Watch the Free Budget Breakdown Recording: https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967 (Found in the "Courses" section!)

• Forecast Your Future: finstory.app

• Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

Personal finance is often treated as a "private" matter, but isolation is where most financial goals go to die. In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we explore why community is the ultimate engine for encouragement and accountability.

Drawing from Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, we look at the biblical truth that "two are better than one." Whether you are struggling to stick to a budget or celebrating a milestone on your way to independence, having a "pit crew" around you changes everything.

Links & Resources:

• 3/9/2026 Budget Breakdown: calendly.com/bobby-newstoryfinancial/budget-breakdown

• Join Our Free Community: https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967

• Forecast Your Future: finstory.app

• Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

In the world of personal finance, most experts start with saving or investing. But what if the most important move you can make happens before Step 1?

In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we explore why generosity is the foundation of a healthy financial life. We live in a society that masters consumption while giving lip service to giving, but the data—and the Bible—point toward a better way to live.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Breaking the Power of Money: How giving is the quickest way to stop money from controlling your heart.

• The "3% Stat": Why so few Americans give significantly and how this generation of young Christians can be the one to change that.

• The "Start Small" Strategy: Why it is exponentially easier to start tithing on a part-time income now than to "find the money" later once you have an inflated lifestyle.

• Systematic Giving: How to use the "SpendFirst" method to ensure your generosity isn't just a "leftover" thought, but a primary part of your cash flow.

If you want your finances to reflect your faith and have a real impact on the world, you need a system that makes it possible. We’re here to help you build that framework so you can give with confidence and joy.

Links & Resources:

• Organize Your Giving & Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Forecast Your Generous Impact: finstory.app

• Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

Join the Community: https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967

Ever felt like a "monthly budget" just doesn't work with your bi-weekly paycheck? You aren't alone. Most budgets fail because they don't account for timing.

In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, I introduce the SpendFirst Method (originally developed by Kelsa Dickey). This isn't just a list of categories; it’s a cash flow forecasting system that helps you manage your money based on when you actually get paid.

We break down the three types of expenses you need to master:

1. Fixed: The predictable bills (Rent, Netflix, Utilities).

2. Fixed Flexible: The daily spending that happens every month, but at different times (Groceries, Starbucks, Dining out).

3. Future: The "hidden" expenses that trip people up (Tires, Tuition, Christmas, Repairs).

Bobby also shares his Three-Account System—using a Main account, a Spending account, and High-Yield "Sinking Fund" buckets—to take the emotional turmoil out of your finances.

Stop living in the dark and start seeing your financial future up to two years in advance. It’s time to move from "normal month" planning to "real life" forecasting.

Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Categorize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com

• Forecast Your Future (Free Tool): finstory.app

• Ready to start your new story? www.newstoryfinancial.com

• Join the Launch Your Real Life Community: https://www.skool.com/launch-your-real-life-group-9967