Money Made Faithful With John Putnam

Recession…financial uncertainty…as scary as the words may seem, I believe that you can successfully take actions that sets you up to conquer financial uncertainty. That’s why, in this episode, we’re going to focus on the value of self-control in our finances. We’ll tap into the example of legendary baseball player Jackie Robinson and how courage and self-control can turn the tide. This conversation serves as a reminder that although some things are out of our control, like stock market volatility, rising inflation, and rising interest rates, we can still take action to minimize their impact on our lives. Join me and let’s explore what it means to be 'recession ready' starting with self-control! [00:01 - 04:55] Jackie Robinson Makes History in 1947 •Get Recession Ready - Free Course • Significance of the movie “42,” the Jackie Robinson story • The power of self-control [04:56 - 09:08] The Journey to Self-Control • 2 Timothy 1:7 • Putting major economic issues into focus with the perspective of controlling our finances • Comparing your controls to your UN-controllables [09:09 - 10:22] Taking Control of Uncontrollable Situations: Stock Market Volatility, Inflation, and Rising Interest Rates • Takeaways for today • Remember you have the spirit of power, love, and self-control Quotes: "We want to be focusing on that great life, that best life that God has for us, and using money as a tool rather than a goal. And what that difference in perspective makes." "You cannot control stock market volatility, but you can control your actions in response to stock market volatility." Resources Mentioned: - FREE mini-course! Get Recession Ready If you’re interested in growing in your faith, wealth, and life, visithttps://changeforyourdollar.com/for all the tools you need from my coaching, speaking and my latest book,He Spends, She Spends! Let’s continue the conversation! Connect to Smarter Stewardship athttps://smarterstewardship.com/and gain access to resources that will help you stay in the loop for resources that will actively help you shape your faithful financial future. If this blessed you today, pleaseSubscribe, Leave a Review, and Sharewith someone who you believe will benefit from this message!

There is SO much financial media ‘noise’ in the world that if you're not careful, can adversely impact your mind and your heart. It’s time to use the right ‘noise protection’ while you navigate the uncertainty of today’s financial landscape. In this episode, I give insight into financial uncertainty and how to protect yourself from it’s negative effects. As Philippians 4:6-7 says,“be not anxious about anything.”So let’s learn these three strategies to practice some unique and needed‘noise protection’ with scripture as our foundation.

Just like there are seasons in life, there are seasons in our economy, too. A recession is a natural season of any economy but that does not make it a welcomed season. Today, I will share with you a variety of recession-related views and perspectives, PLUS I am giving you a brand new resource to help you during any period of financial uncertainty.

Are you thinking about a DIY financial planning project? Home renovation do-it-yourself shows and do-it-yourself financial planning have a little in common. Just like on these popular shows, there are elements you need in place to succeed in your project. In this episode, I’ll reveal four elements you need in place to tackle your financial plan and if you have them, go for it! Join me for a DIY perspective of your financial plan!

All expenses are not created equally.Over time your budget categories can begin to look the same and you can overlook the simple options you have for control, efficiency and impact to reach your respective financial goals. This simple technique will open the door for fresh perspectives and opportunities!

St. Valentine and a Rich Young Ruler, two real men who lived a long time ago, take center stage today. These men loved something very dear to each of them, but also very different, and we are still being infuenced by both today. In this "refresh replay", I compare and contrast these men's stories and their hearts, and share a powerful two word message of God that we cannot hear enough. Happy Valentine's Day!

You know that making your budget is the easy part and "sticking" to your budget is the hard part. The budget perspective I share today, in this podcast 'refresher replay', is wrapped in rich scripture and will equip you in new ways to THINK about, SET, and STICK to you budget - and I have special action model for you to help!

Peter Drucker said, "Culture eats strategy for breakfast." In other words, you need your values for a strong foundation for setting and achieving your goals. Your personal, financial and spiritual foundational values will dictate the strength of your vision and mission. So in this episode, we’ll finish our series of goal superchargers and Set Your Values for your financial journey with three guidelines to help your process. Please enjoy this fourth episode in the series to be fully equipped to take on your goals for 2023 and beyond! [00:01 - 06:03] An Intro to Setting Your Values • Recap of our three superchargers • Values reflect who God made you to be, and share Galatians 5:22-23 • How the example of a beach vacation illustrates vision, mission, and values [06:04 - 10:32] Setting Financial Values to Achieve Your Goals: 3 Guidelines to Follow • Values are a quiet foundation for achieving your goals • Guidelines to set values: choose, energize, keep visible Examples of financial values: frugal, honest, generous, obedient, intentional, thrifty [10:33 - 15:07] Breaking Down the Three Guidelines • Choose values that are inspirational, aspirational, and motivational • Energize them by talking about them at the dinner table, encouraging family members • Keep values visible: ex. artwork of financial and life values as a family [15:08 - 21:45] Achieving Your Goals Through Vision, Mission, and Values • Set aside time to read through your financial vision and mission before setting your values • Prayer helps align our hearts, mind, and thinking with God • A threefold cord of vision, mission, and values creates a solid financial foundation • Access the free resources library athttps://changeforyourdollar.com/ Quotes: "If we are to go forward, we must go back and rediscover those precious values that all reality hinges on moral foundations and that all reality has spiritual control." - Martin Luther King Jr. A military officer once said,"I don't want to give orders that can be understood. I want to give orders that can't be misunderstood." - John Putnam "Prayer is not preparation for the greater work. Prayer is the greater work." - Oswald Chambers “The only time you have the ability to love God and love others is right now—this moment and this day.” - John Putnam Resources Mentioned: Find today's worksheet athttps://changeforyourdollar.com/ Let’s continue the conversation! Connect to Smarter Stewardship athttps://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, visithttps://changeforyourdollar.com/for all the tools you need from coaching and speaking to my latest book, He Spends, She Spends! If this blessed you today, pleaseSubscribe, Leave a Review, and Sharewith someone who you believe will benefit from this message!

Today I share HOW to Set Your Mission so you can actually make your vision a reality as we dive into the second supercharger of goal achievement! You see, a vision is beautiful, but vision without action can be worthless. When you have a mission and take action toward that vision, that is true progress! I’ll give you 4 simple steps to start moving you closer to your faithful financial vision. Are you ready? Let’s dive into the next goal supercharger and get you one step closer to your goal achievement!

When you are crystal clear where you are going, you become focused, confident and bold to get there and you stay on track. Follow these three steps to SET YOUR VISION and supercharge your goal achievement!