FaithFi: The Mission with Chad Clark

FaithFi: Faith & Finance | Jun 21, 2024

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Show Notes

You’ve probably heard the saying…“If you aim at nothing, you'll hit it every time.” But do you know who coined it?

Christian author and speaker Zig Ziglar is credited with that famous quote. It urges us to set goals and stay on mission. What are our goals, and what’s our mission here at FaithFi? Chad Clark fills you in today and invites you to be a part of it all.

Chad Clark is the Executive Director of FaithFi: Faith & Finance.

Integrating Faith and Finances for God’s Glory

At FaithFi, our mission is clear: we aim to equip Christians with the tools and resources they need to integrate their faith with their financial decisions, all for the glory of God. Our vision is that all Christians would see God as their ultimate treasure, placing Him above all else, including money, which often competes for the primary position in our hearts.

Money: A Tool, Not a Treasure

We see money for what it truly is—a tool. It is not inherently good or bad, but how we use it can be. At FaithFi, we strive to help you grow in your faith and make wise financial decisions that honor God.

Our resources include our radio program, FaithFi.com, the FaithFi app, and our brand-new studies designed to integrate faith and financial wisdom. We receive daily feedback from individuals whose relationships with God have deepened and who have become wiser stewards of His resources through our ministry.

Join Us in Our Mission

Our fiscal year ends on June 30th, and we are still $50,000 short of our fundraising goal.

If you have been impacted by FaithFi and want to help others find the freedom to make God their ultimate treasure and wisely steward His resources, please consider making a donation. You can do so securely online at faithfi.com/give or find our mailing address to send a check.As a token of our appreciation, we will send you a copy of our new study, Rich Toward God, for any gift over $25. This study addresses many of the topics we discuss at FaithFi.

To our faithful supporters, we extend our heartfelt thanks. Your partnership is invaluable in this important work. Together, we can continue to help Christians integrate their faith and financial decisions for the glory of God.

On Today’s Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:

I have $280,000 in an annuity that I've had for over 15 years. It's approaching the point where I have to decide whether to annuitize it or surrender it. If I surrender it, there would be no surrender fee. I'm wondering if I should do that and then put half the money into a money market or high-yield savings account and $140,000 into conservative growth funds to try to get a better return than the 4.1% average I've been getting from the annuity.
I have a question about investing for retirement income. My wife and I have both retired, though we still work other jobs. We max out our traditional IRAs each year and have no debt. Our other investments are also doing well. I wonder what you think about focusing on dividend stocks for additional investments past maxing out our IRAs each year to generate retirement income.
I have a question about an investment property I'm considering in Decatur, Illinois. It's a mixed-use property with residential and retail units that are currently occupied. The list price was $695,000, but I negotiated it down to $650,000. I plan to put 30% down and take out a loan for the rest. The loans I've been offered are around 7.75-8.5% interest. Given the interest rates and Decatur's declining population, is this a good investment opportunity?
As we know, retiring before full retirement age results in an 8% reduction for each year early. I want to know if the annual cost of living increases offset this 8% reduction for taking benefits early.

Resources Mentioned:

Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.