Money Made Faithful With John Putnam

In this episode, we're diving into a unique perspective on being prepared for the financial battles you will face as we explore the connection between spiritual battles and wise financial stewardship, empowering ourselves to honor God in every financial choice we make.
Just as athletes prepare meticulously before a big game, we too can equip ourselves for our financial challenges as we draw from the powerful description of spiritual armor outlined in Ephesians 6:10-18 and how it fortifies and prepares us in the face of financial challenges, temptations and trials.
Let's 'armor up' and face our battles with confidence, knowing that with God's armor, we are equipped for victory!
In this episode, John discusses:

• Equipping for financial battles inspired
• Unveiling the spiritual armor in financial battles
• Six steps to financial preparedness and victory
• Putting on the spiritual armor for financial well-being

Key Takeaways:

• In financial battles, preparation is key, drawing parallels with the meticulous pre-game routines of professional athletes
• The spiritual armor, as outlined in Ephesians 6:10-18, includes the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the spirit.
• Wise financial choices are rooted in spiritual choices, and utilizing the spiritual armor and embracing these truths can help you navigate and win spiritual financial battles.
• Just as football players wouldn't enter a game without their gear, we shouldn't face daily spiritual and financial battles without putting on the Armor of God for protection and guidance.

“When we can put on all the armor of God and use it in our financial choices, we not only safeguard our financial well-being, but we also deeply honor God, bringing Him glory in the process through our choices.”
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I recently came upon a thought-provoking Wall Street Journal article discussing the opinion of why Americans are losing faith in the value of higher education, and it got me thinking. Considering the financial stewardship around post-high school education, it's essential to be wise and intentional when it comes to college and career planning and pursuits. Joining me today is my friend, Lisa Marker-Robbins, with over 25 years of experience and impacting over 4,000 students, helps us navigate the crucial decisions surrounding post-high school education.
In this episode, John and Lisa discuss:

• Is there an erosion of confidence?
• Post-high school education decisions
• The importance of early career clarity
• Parental support in college applications

Key Takeaways:

• The complex higher education landscape prompts an examination of educational pathways and career objectives.
• The importance of discussions, intentionality and pursuing paths that align with personal fulfillment and unique aspirations.
• Understanding the critical role of early career exploration can significantly impact a student's college journey
• Parents play a pivotal role in helping their teens make informed decisions by providing support, initiating open conversations

“There are a lot of benefits to going to college. It shows that you can do hard things; you build your adulting skills while living in a dorm or apartment. But the end goal is a career where your kid will flourish.” — Lisa Marker-Robbins
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
WALL STREET JOURNAL ARTICLE - "Why Americans Have Lost Faith in the Value of College:" https://www.wsj.com/us-news/education/why-americans-have-lost-faith-in-the-value-of-college-b6b635f2?st=enissi47waduz79&reflink=article_imessage_share
LISA'S COMPLIMENTARY ON-DEMAND VIDEO:

• How to guide your teen to choose the right major, college, & career (...without painting themselves into a corner, missing crucial deadlines, or risking choices you both regret): https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/course

CONNECT WITH LISA:

• Website: http://www.flourishcoachingco.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-marker-robbins/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flourishcoachingco
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/
• College & Career Clarity podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-and-career-clarity/id1605221043?i=1000547915852 & https://open.spotify.com/show/4AXJMim6LPwmgnoS2WbyBQ?si=yF5QrGFGQ5-yc1a1ey-_kQ

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As we gear up for Valentine's Day, I couldn't help but think about the intriguing tensions of love and money and what you can do about it.
Drawing wisdom from scripture and a timeless quote, we’ll explore three common tensions in relationships and practical ideas to address them. Remember, when disagreements arise, our goal should always be progress, not victory.
Join me in this journey of navigating love and money, as we strive for breakthroughs and blessings in our faithful financial stewardship.
In this episode, John discusses:

• The impact of past experiences on present financial choices
• How different beliefs and behaviors shape relationships
• The equation of love and money in relationships
• Three tensions of love and money and practical steps to address them

Key Takeaways:

• In navigating the intersection of love and money, understanding the impact of past experiences on present financial behaviors is crucial, as your beliefs and behaviors are shaped by early experiences.
• Recognizing that “Love + Money / Our Differences = Tension”—such as differing values, communication challenges, and struggles over financial control—addressing them wisely can lead to progress, emphasizing shared values and fostering open communication.
• To overcome financial tensions, couples can find common ground by identifying shared priorities and values, engaging in conversations about the broader topics of money (rather than specific issues), and defining and involving each other in financial roles and responsibilities.
• Wisdom from scripture underscores the importance of avoiding the love of money, pursuing righteousness and contentment, and providing guidance on how to navigate love and money tensions in relationships.

“Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, and I pray that it is filled with love: love for God, love for others, and love for those closest to you.”
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How often is your reality different from your plans?
I found myself this week re-learing old lessons, finding peace in the midst of changing plans, and being reminded of whose story I’m in. I'm drawing inspiration from James 4:13-15, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging our limited control and surrendering and trusting our plans to God.
After experiencing a few delays and making adaptations in launching Money Made Faithful last week, I explore seven simple, yet profound, lessons that resonate not only with our launch journey but are directly applicable to our broader faithful financial stewardship.
In this episode, John discusses:

• Finding peace and purpose when plans go differently than expected
• Seven simple lessons for embracing truth and guidance in life's challenges
• How changing plans create unique opportunities to get closer to God

Key Takeaways:

• Despite encountering unexpected challenges and changes in plans, embracing adaptability and humility is crucial for navigating life's uncertainties.
• Trusting in God's sovereignty and seeking guidance from professionals and mentors can lead to peace and resilience amid disruptions.
• Viewing setbacks as opportunities for growth and learning fosters spiritual and personal development, ultimately aligning us with God's greater purpose.
• Recognizing that our lives are part of God's larger story underscores the importance of surrendering our plans for His glory, allowing His guidance to shape our journey.

“The reminder this week is that God is in control, that God asks us to make our plans, but he directs our steps and I need to leave room for him to operate.”
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I’s a special day - the beginning of our growing outreach under our new name, Money Made Faithful!
I'm excited to dive into what this transformation means for our ministry outreach. In this episode, we'll explore what's behind the shift and how it aligns with our mission to empower you in your financial stewardship journey.
Join me as we embark on this exciting venture together!
In this episode, John discusses:

• Exploring Money Made Faithful
• Understanding the heart behind the money
• Core beliefs and behaviors that shape our financial decisions
• Uncovering hidden influences in financial stewardship

Key Takeaways:

• With a shift to "Money Made Faithful," we aim to focus our ministry outreach to equip believers, churches and ministries with practical wisdom and biblical principles for true breakthrough in money mindset and alignment with God's purposes.
• Money, often a divisive force, is also a tool for spiritual growth and Kingdom impact, with over 2,000 scriptures addressing its influence, its powerful opportunities and offering hope for those burdened by financial worries.
• Delving into the heart of money matters, we explore and guide at the intersection of he financial, spiritual, and behavioral aspects, offering insights, interviews, and resources to empower you to make faithful money moves and strengthen ministry, marriages, businesses, and missions.
• Our initiative empowers believers through this podcast, workshops, resources and digital courses to understand your hidden financial influencers, God’s ever-present promises, align goals with biblical principles, and take purposeful action for immediate impact and lasting change, to foster a community making eternal impacts with their finances.

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Welcome back to our ongoing series to Achieve your Money Goals in 2024!
We're delving into a quietly crucial aspect in this fourth and final step in our series as I guide you through 3 Guidelines to SET YOUR VALUES.
Inspired by Galatians 5:22-23, we'll consider the ‘ fruits of the spirit’ as a foundation. But it doesn't stop there; I'll share other values like frugality, honesty, generosity, and more. These values aren't just words on paper; they're the behaviors that reflect who God made you to be on your faithful financial journey.
Remember that your journey towards financial goals is a process. We work to align each step with God and His plans for you to stay present, love God, love others, and make disciples. By doing so, you're creating a robust financial foundation to Achieve your Money Goals in 2024 and even more that will be revealed!
PS - and some BIG & EXCITING NEWS to share at the end!! :)
In this episode, John discusses:

• The role of values in stewardship success
• The biblical foundation of setting values
• A simple and powerful framework for setting financial values
• 3 guidelines for effective financial values

Key Takeaways:

• To Achieve your Money Goals in 2024, setting values is the crucial fourth step, guiding you to be among the minority who successfully fulfill their goals.
• Values, represented by your unique qualities, shape the person you are and the one you want to become on your financial journey, forming a foundation for fruitful decision-making.
• The process of setting values involves choosing, energizing, and keeping your values visible, providing a clear roadmap for making progress on your financial goals.
• By aligning values with God and His truths, you strengthen your financial culture, contribute to goal achievement, and underscore the importance of a faith-driven, present-focused approach to your financial journey.

“Having a list of values is not much use if you don't put them to use and keeping them visible is one of the best ways to have them remembered and to put them in a position that they are used and lived and talked about.”
Additional resources:

• CLICK HERE to get your FREE “ACHIEVE YOUR MONEY GOALS IN 2024!” 22-page guide!

Let’s continue the conversation!
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If you’re interested in growing in your faith, wealth, and life, visit https://changeforyourdollar.com/ for all the tools you need from coaching and speaking to my latest book, He Spends, She Spends!
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Welcome to STEP 3 - SET YOUR MISSION in our four-part series designed to help you Achieve Your Money Goals in 2024!
This step is often where people want to start, driven by enthusiasm to take action. However, starting without a clear understanding of your past lessons, and without a vision for the future, can lead to confusion and frustration.
Remember, goal setting is easy, but goal achievement is tough. So, when we talk about setting your mission, we're addressing how you plan to reach your vision and using the lessons you learned from your past.
Join me as we break down the 4 moves you need to take right now to SET YOUR MISSION!
In this episode, John discusses:

• The importance of a clear mission
• SMART goal setting for financial success
• Role of accountability in achieving money goals
• Adapting and thriving in your Mission

Key Takeaways:

• Starting with lessons and a vision is crucial for successful goal achievement.
• Let your vision form your mission.
• Make your mission SMART (Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Risky, Time-Bound)
• Engage with trusted people in your life who can provide accountability, encouragement, and prayer support
• Sharing your mission with others strengthens your commitment and inspires collective progress.
• Even the best plans change, so anticipate adjustments in your mission; being flexible and adaptable ensures that detours or setbacks won't derail your progress toward your ultimate financial vision.

“Your past may make you think you aren't good at this, and it's other people who set goals and achieve them. Guys, don't you believe it for a minute. YOU CAN DO THIS!”
Additional resources:

• CLICK HERE to get your FREE “ACHIEVE YOUR MONEY GOALS IN 2024!” 22-page guide!

Let’s continue the conversation!
Connect to Smarter Stewardship at https://smarterstewardship.com/ and gain access to resources that will help you stay in the loop for resources that will actively help you shape your financial future.
If you’re interested in growing in your faith, wealth, and life, visit https://changeforyourdollar.com/ for all the tools you need from coaching and speaking to my latest book, He Spends, She Spends!
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Welcome back to the second session of our four-part series on achieving your money goals in 2024.
Today, we're diving deep into STEP 2 - SET YOUR VISION
In this episode, we'll explore three key actions to set your vision . Remember, setting a vision is not about complex, unapproachable tasks. It's a natural process with which you are familiar. As we delve into the future, I'll guide you through a process for each of your nine money moments - envisioning what you want to be true in the future.
Continue this journey to set your vision and gain a clearer destination of where you want to be reach in your faithful financial future. Together, let's transform your financial vision into a reality!
In this episode, John discusses:

• Reflecting on lessons and past money moments
• Three key actions for clarity
• The power of financial vision
• Creating a financial vision for each money moment

Key Takeaways:

• Quick recap of STEP 1 - SET YOUR LESSONS - before diving into your vision, a reminder that understanding your past financial choices and behaviors is essential, as it provides a foundation for a clear perspective on where you’ve been and how it can help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
• Drawing parallels to everyday experiences, like planning a vacation, demonstrates that vision-setting is a natural and accessible process that everyone engages in, sometimes without even realizing it!
• Three actionable steps for setting your financial vision include considering each of the nine money moments individually (giving, saving, investing, spending, borrowing, taxes, counsel, planning, and prayer) by standing in the future, looking around, and describing what you want to be true in those areas.
• Achieving your money goals in 2024 requires a focus on well-executed plans, as emphasized by the quote "If you plan the work, and work the plan, the plan will work," and I encourage you to allocate the time for setting your vision with prayer, discussion, and commitment.

“Goal setting is easy. Goal achievement is tough. And when your vision is crystal clear in your heart and your mind, and you know exactly what your vision is and where you feel God wants you to go, you are in such a better posture for goal achievement.”
Additional resources:

• CLICK HERE to get your FREE “ACHIEVE YOUR MONEY GOALS IN 2024!” 21-page guide!

Let’s continue the conversation!
Connect to Smarter Stewardship at https://smarterstewardship.com/ and gain access to resources that will help you stay in the loop for resources that will actively help you shape your financial future.
If you’re interested in growing in your faith, wealth, and life, visit https://changeforyourdollar.com/ for all the tools you need from coaching and speaking to my latest book, He Spends, She Spends!
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Setting goals is easy. Achieving goals is tough.
You CAN achieve your faithful money goals in 2024 by applying 4 powerful steps!
I delve into an overview of the four steps I will be guiding you thought and show you how to boldly accomplish the first powerful step - SET YOUR LESSONS. By evaluating last year in three key questions, you'll gain insights to make wiser and more faithful money choices. Join me in this series, and let's make this year the one where you SET AND ACHIEVE your faithful money goals.
In this episode, John discusses:

• The importance of setting goals
• Overcoming the failure rate
• Reflecting on past financial experiences for improved decision-making
• Overview of successful money goal achievement

Key Takeaways:

• Setting financial goals is easy, but achieving them requires a strategic approach and commitment
• Alarming statistic that 92% of New Year's goal-setters never reach their objectives.
• To improve your money goal achievement, embrace four essential steps of lessons, vision, mission and values
• Reflect on your financial past, capture valuable insights, and learn from successes and failures using three key questions.
• Acts 6:1-7, encourages your goal-achievement the disciples' clarity in vision, commitment to their mission, and alignment with values showcase the biblical foundation

“I truly believe that God wants us to be green and growing, not ripe and rotting. He wants us to always be growing closer to Him, closer to those around us, and closer to the plans that He has for us. And you better believe that you have a unique role in His greater story and a unique objective that He has for you and the financial resources that He has put in your hands.”
Additional resources:

• Get your SET YOUR LESSONS guide at https://changeforyourdollar.com/

Let’s continue the conversation!
Connect to Smarter Stewardship at https://smarterstewardship.com/ and gain access to resources that will help you stay in the loop for resources that will actively help you shape your financial future.
If you’re interested in growing in your faith, wealth, and life, visit https://changeforyourdollar.com/ for all the tools you need from coaching and speaking to my latest book, He Spends, She Spends!
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I hope you had a wonderful Christmas! Here's a 3-minute mini-pod with a ‘money twist’ for the days-after-Christmas!
Key Takeaways:

• Give - declutter & simplify.
• Save - spirit & joy.
• Spend - connect & pray.

“I hope these three ideas, shared in three minutes for the day after Christmas, fill your heart with the giving, saving, and spending of Christmas for today and the many days that follow into your happy new year. May they boldly embrace the mystery and glory of God, His Son, and His Spirit every day.”
Let’s continue the conversation!
Connect to Smarter Stewardship at https://smarterstewardship.com/ and gain access to resources that will help you stay in the loop for resources that will actively help you shape your financial future.
If you’re interested in growing in your faith, wealth, and life , visit https://changeforyourdollar.com/ for all the tools you need from coaching and speaking to my latest book, He Spends, She Spends!
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