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Faith-based investing gives Christians a way to consider not only financial returns, but also what their investment dollars support. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Brian Mumbert explain how this type of investing works, what the research reveals about performance, and how stakeholders can get started. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial decisions. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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Don't miss a "better" program. Throughout Proverbs and the Psalms, writers use the word "better" at the beginning of a verse. "Better a little with fear of the Lord than great wealth with turmoil." Look at some life event or lesson you've learned through the years and write your own proverb. Start it with "better," and then share some wisdom living—Tuesday on Chris Fabry Live.

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Why are questions so important? Author J.R. Briggs says that the quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask God, yourself, and others. He'll help us see how the questions we ask can deepen our relationships and faith. Learn the art of asking better questions one the next Equipped with Chris Brooks.

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The Art of Asking Better Questions by J.R. Briggs

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme, “Where is our Hope?” Joni Tada, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Joni and Friends, shared how Wheels for the World provides wheelchairs and shares Christ's hope with people with disabilities. Next, Phil Kwiatkowski, President of the Pacific Garden Mission, shared stories of lives being changed through the practical care and gospel ministry of his ministry. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.

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Testimonies [ 00:49 ]
Joni Tada [ 25:18 ]
Phil Kwiatkowski [ 41:03 ]

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What if the companies in your portfolio are working against the values you’re trying to live by?

For Christians, investing is about more than pursuing financial returns. Like every other financial decision, investing can be viewed through the lens of stewardship—asking not only, “How is my money growing?” but also, “What is my money supporting?”

Faith-based investing seeks to bring those questions together.

Brian Mumbert, president of Timothy Plan, joined the show today to explain how faith-based investing works, what research suggests about performance, and how Christians can begin aligning their portfolios with biblical values.

Faith-based investing shares many objectives with conventional investing: building a diversified portfolio designed for long-term growth while managing risk appropriately.

The difference is that it adds another consideration—a values-based screen.

For Timothy Plan, that means avoiding companies that profit from or promote activities the fund family believes conflict with biblical principles. Examples may include abortion, pornography, gambling, and businesses that profit from activities that can exploit addiction or vulnerable people.

At the same time, faith-based investors can seek companies producing goods and services that contribute positively to society.

Importantly, biblical screening does not replace traditional investment analysis. Financial fundamentals still matter.

“The screening comes before the portfolio construction,” Mumbert explained.

The goal is to combine disciplined financial analysis with biblical convictions so investors can pursue competitive returns without unnecessarily separating their financial decisions from their faith.

One common concern about faith-based investing is that eliminating certain companies or industries will automatically lead to lower returns.

According to Mumbert, research does not support the idea that values-based investing necessarily requires investors to accept a persistent performance penalty. He points to independent studies examining faith-based and values-aligned investment strategies, some of which have found comparable performance and, in certain cases, favorable risk-adjusted results.

Screening can also remove companies facing significant social, reputational, or regulatory risks.

Of course, no screening methodology guarantees better investment results, and past performance never guarantees future returns. Faith-based investors still need to evaluate expenses, diversification, risk, time horizon, and the quality of the underlying investment strategy.

The larger point is that investors do not necessarily have to choose between financial discipline and biblical alignment.

Knowing what a company truly supports can be more complicated than simply looking at its primary business.

A company may appear acceptable based on the products it sells while supporting other activities through corporate policies, charitable contributions, partnerships, or business practices.

That makes research an important part of faith-based investing.

Timothy Plan has developed a proprietary screening process over more than three decades. Its research examines both what companies profit from and what they promote at the corporate level.

The process also relies on third-party information, and companies are reviewed periodically because corporate practices can change.

That ongoing evaluation is important. A company that meets a particular screen today may change its policies, business lines, or priorities

Not every decision in life comes with a clear right or wrong answer.  Today on BOLD STEPS, Mark Jobe tackles the gray areas of the Christian life from 1st Corinthians chapter 10.  A glass of wine at dinner might be fine for you, but a stumbling block for the friend across the table fighting to stay sober.  Find out how your freedom always affects somebody else … listen to Bold Steps with Pastor Mark Jobe.

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After pastoring and serving on the foreign mission field for sixteen years, Mark Moore was suddenly pulled back to the United States with a tragic and unexpected loss. His journey through grief, pain, and disappointment has been a shining example of the abundant grace of God in his life. Join us to discover that our circumstances do not have to dictate our future; that in the midst of life’s storms, joy can be found in the journey.

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When things are going well financially, it’s tempting to take credit for your success. This can lead to sins like pride and greed. At the same time, adversity has its own set of temptations. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West explores how Christians are called to live with integrity, no matter the circumstances. According to the Bible, wisdom is the key to godly living, in both good times and bad. Then, it’s on to calls. That’s Faith and Finance Live . . . biblical wisdom for your financial journey. That’s weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.

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This is your invitation to meet someone special on Labor Day. Perhaps you've known this person for a long time, but you have no idea why they're on the planet, why he or she matters, and what they should do with their life. Who's the special person? It's YOU! Bill Hendricks provides practical steps you can take to become who God created you to be on Chris Fabry Live.

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The Person Called You: Why You're Here, Why You Matter and What You Should Do with Your Life by Bill Hendricks

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Colossians 3:23 says, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,” – but do we really live like we believe that all work matters to the church? Matt Rusten will help us see what a faithful life at work looks like. Be encouraged to represent Christ while doing your daily work when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks.

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Pastoring for Monday by Matt Rusten

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