Second Half Stewardship

How much should we leave to our heirs? In this episode, we challenge the traditional estate planning approach and explore setting intentional caps on inheritance.

Learn how to balance generosity with stewardship, ensure financial wisdom is passed before wealth, and align your legacy with your values. Join us as we discuss practical steps for leaving an inheritance that empowers rather than entitles.

• Generous Giving Talk: https://generousgiving.org/heather-tuininga-2022-celebration-of-generosity-full/

• Generous Giving Talk Handout: https://generousgiving.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Discerning_Handout_rev01.pdf

How do we ensure our wealth aligns with our faith? Join us for this thought-provoking conversation.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-69-finish-lines4

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

0:00 - Intro to "Legacy & Estate Planning Tips You Won't Hear Anywhere Else"

1:01 - Setting Finnish Lines for Heirs

5:34 - Other Considerations for Heirs

11:00 - Stewards, Not Owners

12:20 - Practical Next Steps

18:59 - 1 Timothy 17:17-19

19:21 - Summary & Disclosures

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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.

At what point have we saved enough? In this episode, we explore the challenging question of when to stop saving and start redirecting resources toward God's kingdom. Financial advisors typically encourage endless saving, but what if faith calls us to a different approach?

We discuss setting a savings "finish line," trusting Jesus with our finances, and balancing wise stewardship with generosity.

• Generous Giving Talk: https://generousgiving.org/heather-tuininga-2022-celebration-of-generosity-full/

• Generous Giving Talk Handout: https://generousgiving.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Discerning_Handout_rev01.pdf

How do we ensure our wealth aligns with our faith? Join us for this thought-provoking conversation. You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-68-finish-lines3

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

0:00 - Intro to "Setting a Financial Finish Line for Savings"

1:19 - Setting Finish Lines

2:04 - Psalm 90:12-13

4:01 - Building an Emergency Fund

5:20 - Long Term/Retirement Savings

7:15 - How do we know when it's enough?

12:10 - Savers vs Spenders

15:35 - Beyond Long-Term Savings

17:45 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

Creating a budget is more than just managing money—it's about stewarding God's resources wisely. In this video, we discuss how to budget with a Kingdom perspective, setting financial "finish lines" for income, savings, and generosity.

We'll discuss how to align your spending with biblical principles, trust God as your provider, and create a plan that honors Him.

Whether you're just starting or refining your budget, this conversation will help you build financial habits rooted in faith and contentment.

• Generous Giving Talk: https://generousgiving.org/heather-tuininga-2022-celebration-of-generosity-full/

• Generous Giving Talk Handout: https://generousgiving.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Discerning_Handout_rev01.pdf

• MIT Research: https://livingwage.mit.edu/

• Federal Poverty Line: https://aspe.hhs.gov/topics/poverty-economic-mobility/poverty-guidelines

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-67-finish-lines2

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

0:00 - Intro to "How Much Money Is Enough?"

2:28 - Proverbs 3:9-10

5:21 - Setting Spending Caps

7:43 - Hard and Soft Finish Lines

9:46 - The Bottom Up Method

13:11 - The Top Down Method

15:10 - Federal Poverty Line Explained

21:20 - 1 Timothy 5:17-19

21:40 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

Creating a budget is more than just managing money—it's about stewarding God's resources wisely. In this video, we discuss how to budget with a Kingdom perspective, setting financial "finish lines" for income, savings, and generosity.

We'll discuss how to align your spending with biblical principles, trust God as your provider, and create a plan that honors Him. Whether you're just starting or refining your budget, this conversation will help you build financial habits rooted in faith and contentment.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-66-finish-lines

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

0:00 - Intro to "Budgeting with a Kingdom Mindset"

1:45 - The Importance of Budgeting

3:00 - Using God's Money Wisely

3:37 - James 1:5

5:00 - Adjusting from a Baseline

6:30 - Jeremiah 2:12-13

9:30 - Budgeting for Basic Necessities

11:48 - Philippians 4:11-13

17:50 - Setting Budget Caps

19:50 - Next Steps

21:10 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

In this episode, we dive deep into Acts 4 and 5, exploring the contrasting stories of Barnabas' generosity and the deceit of Ananias and Sapphira. We discuss how wealth can either lead us to be open-handed or dishonest, and the tension between community and individualism.

Join us as we unpack the early church's view on possessions, generosity, and the risks of greed. This episode challenges us to reflect on our own relationship with wealth and the importance of living with integrity and love within the body of Christ.

Don't miss out on this thought-provoking conversation!

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-65-DOW-part5

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

0:00 - Intro to "Dangers of Wealth - Part 5"

1:47 - Two Stories from Acts 4:10 - Acts 4:33

6:20 - The Dishonesty of Ananias and Sapphira

9:15 - Acts 5:1-2

11:29 - The Damage of Greed

16:11 - Relationships Over Affluence

19:40 - Others Over Self

21:49 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

Is wealth always a blessing, or can it become a burden? In this episode, we explore the paradox of prosperity through the biblical story of Abraham and Lot. As wealth increases, so do the challenges—strife, difficult choices, and the temptation to drift from faith.

What can we learn from their decisions about contentment, stewardship, and the risks of pursuing wealth without wisdom? Join us as we unpack Genesis 13 and 19 and examine how wealth impacts our faith and relationships. #BiblicalFinance #MoneyAndFaith #Stewardship

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-64-DOW-part4

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

0:00 - Intro to Dangers of Wealth - Part 4

0:41 - The Paradox of Prosperity

1:40 - Genesis 13:1-2, 5-7 2:16 - Strife Between Tribes

4:00 - Contentment is a Choice

5:04 - Genesis 13:8-10

6:15 - Lot's Selfishness

8:00 - Maximizing Profit for Minimal Risk

9:15 - Genesis 13:12-18 11:06 - Ezekiel 16:49-50

12:04 - Genesis 19:1 12:42 - Genesis

19:14 13:13 - Affluence Without Influence

13:37 - Genesis 19:15-16

16:58 - Genesis 19:24-25

18:11 - God's Grace Over Lot

18:46 - 2 Peter 2:7-9

20:40 - Going Back to Godly Desires

21:08 - 2 Thessalonians 4:11

21:20 - Contentment in Simplicity

22:21 - Exodus 20:17

25:04 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

How does wealth and power shape future generations? In this episode, we explore the lives of Eli, Samuel, and the kings of Israel to uncover the impact of wealth, fame, and influence on their children. Drawing lessons from the Old Testament, we examine how misplaced priorities can lead to spiritual and moral failures—and what that means for us today.

Join us as we dive into biblical narratives and reflect on how to steward resources faithfully in raising godly children.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-63-DOW-part3

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

0:00 - Intro to "Lessons from Eli, Samuel, and the Kings of Israel"

1:15 - Passing Down Wealth

3:08 - Eli and His Sons

4:13 - 1 Samuel 2:12-17

5:07 - Corrupt Priest

6:05 - 1 Samuel 2:22

7:48 - 1 Samuel 8:1-5 13:21 - Kings of Israel

20:07 - Quote from John Wesley

24:05 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

In this episode we explore how wealth can shape our gifts and hearts, using Solomon's life as a case study. From the wisdom he sought to govern well to the temptations that led him astray, we uncover biblical insights into the blessings and dangers of wealth.

We'll discuss how to align your resources with God's will, avoid spiritual pitfalls, and set "finish lines" for your financial goals in light of faith. Let's reflect on the tension between trusting God and trusting wealth, and discover how to steward our lives for His glory.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-62-solomon-lessons

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

0:00 - Intro

0:57 - The Life of Solomon

4:25 - 1 Kings 3:5-14 Summary

7:20 - The Outcome

9:20 - 1 Kings 11:3-5

12:00 - 1 Kings 6:21-22

12:55 - 1 Kings 11:7-10

18:45 - Ecclesiastes 2:24-25

21:32 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

How does wealth and power influence faith and legacy? In this episode, we explore the biblical story of Gideon—his rise as a leader chosen by God, his faithful obedience in delivering Israel from oppression, and his ultimate downfall as wealth and power led to spiritual ruin for him and his family.

Join us as we unpack the often-overlooked conclusion of Gideon's story and reflect on the dangers of misplacing glory and trust.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-61-gideon-risefall

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

0:00 - Intro to "Gideon: His Rise & Fall"

1:27 - Does Wealth Always Bring Success?

3:28 - Judges - Story of Gideon

5:00 - Judges 6:15

7:18 - Judges 6:36-40

14:05 - Judges 8:22

15:07 - Judges 8:23

15:55 - Judges 8:24-25

17:57 - Judges 8:26

19:30 - Affects on the Next Generation

22:35 - How Does this Affect Us?

25:19 - Summary & Disclosures

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.

Join us as we discuss the heart of biblical stewardship as we explore seven key principles that transform how we view and manage resources.

From trusting God as our provider to giving generously, setting financial finish lines, and passing wisdom before wealth, this episode offers practical, scripture-based insights to align your financial decisions with God's purpose.

You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: https://secondhalfstewardship.com/episode/ep-60-7key-principles

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

0:00 - Intro to 7 Key Principles of Faithful Biblical Stewardship

0:22 - God as Provider

1:28 - God owns it all

3:00 - Finish Lines

4:54 - Breaking the Power of Money

7:03 - Passing Wisdom Before Wealth

9:28 - Avoiding Ill-Gotten Gain

11:25 - Talking Openly About Money

15:00 - Summary & Disclosures

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.