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Proverbs 13:22 reminds us that “a good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children.” That inheritance is far more than money. The greatest legacy we can leave is faith in Christ, a biblical worldview, wisdom, character, and a life that points the next generation toward God. But financial stewardship can also be one practical way we help prepare those coming behind us.

I used to enjoy listening to a local sports radio station in the Little Rock area. Lately, however, I can barely get through a segment without hearing a betting line, odds update, or gambling sponsor. It's everywhere — and it's not accidental. Sports betting is now a $160 billion industry, and it's buying influence fast.

What would happen to your family if something happened to you today? Would they know where to find your will, your insurance policies, your retirement account information, or your Social Security documents? For most families, the honest answer is — probably not without a great search.

While reading a recent article by Jim Denison, I was reminded of a timeless question: “How much money is enough?” The answer often reveals more about the human heart than the size of a bank account. It is often said that John D. Rockefeller was once asked how much money was enough, and he replied, “Just a little more.”

Kids are always watching—especially when it comes to money. Every purchase, every act of generosity, every sign of contentment is shaping how they see God’s provision. We’re teaching, whether we mean to or not. Deuteronomy 6 reminds us that discipleship happens in the everyday moments—when we sit, walk, lie down, and rise. That’s where financial discipleship lives too. Not in a lesson, but in a life.

Most of us in ministry don’t spend much time worrying about being sued. We’re focused on serving people, not protecting ourselves from them. But stewardship isn’t just about how we give and invest—it’s also about how we protect what God has entrusted to us. That’s where umbrella insurance comes into play. In an article in Kiplinger Personal Finance, author Ella Vincent outlines several situations where additional liability coverage may be wise.

Every January, and often again midyear, church leaders ask a very practical question: Do we really have to issue a charitable contribution statement for every gift? What if a visitor drops a one-time $10 check in the offering plate—are we required to send a receipt?

Ron Blue once said, “Do your giving while you’re living so you’re knowing where it’s going.” As we celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s worth remembering that the holiday isn’t just about thanks—it’s also about giving. Gratitude without generosity is incomplete. Recently, I came across a secular financial blog that claimed, “Tithing is a mistake… for some people.”

A recent article I read at FaithFi by David Wills addressed the need for us to align our giving with the heart of God. That thought stuck with me—because too often, our giving starts with our desires instead of His direction. Instead of asking, “Where do I want to give?” we should be asking, “Where does God want me to give?” True stewardship begins when God—not our personal preferences—is at the center of every financial decision.

Ministry doesn’t stop when financial questions arise—but we know those questions can weigh heavily on pastors and churches. At BMA Financial, our goal is simple: to remove financial uncertainty so you can stay focused on what matters most—fulfilling your role for your church by trusting God and stewarding his finances well.

In weeks like this, when the markets are sliding and headlines are filled with uncertainty, it’s easy for anxiety to creep in.

At BMA Financial, we wish to come alongside and assist you in building both an eternal and earthly portfolio. Today, we'll focus on the form

Someone once noted that the most sensitive nerve in the human body is the one to the pocketbook! We must be a good steward of God's money.

While the analogy Jesus used is not the main impetus to the teaching, "counting the costs" is a necessary part of stewarding God's assets.

If you fall under the RMD mandate, you may wish to make a QCD from your IRA. Read more to learn what all this means.

The world of personal finance is vast and can be overwhelming. So, who can you trust? We can help!

The Sunday after church crowd is often viewed by waiters and waitresses as the rudest customers and worst tippers. Why does this matter?