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Wall Street has never lacked for noise in the form of predictions, "hot" investments, and promises of quick wealth. Yet George Sisti’s article, “How to Get Rich Slowly,” offers a sound reminder--successful long-term investing is generally built on simple habits practiced faithfully over time.

Benjamin Franklin once said, “Content makes poor men rich; discontent makes rich men poor.” That thought agrees with the biblical principle found in 1 Timothy 6:6: “Godliness with contentment is great gain.” Contentment is one of the keys to financial freedom. Discontentment keeps moving the finish line. Regardless of how much we earn or accumulate, it tells us we need just a little more before we can be satisfied.

Proverbs 19:21 reminds us, “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.” Scripture does not condemn preparation. Proverbs points us to the ant as an example of diligence, and Jesus Himself spoke of counting the cost. But James 4 warns us not to presume upon tomorrow or speak as though the future is ours to control. Our responsibility is to plan wisely and then work the plan faithfully.

When it comes to money, Jesus poses a poignant question in His Sermon on the Mount. He asks what we truly treasure? Then he adds, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21). The direction of our money often reveals the condition of our heart more clearly than our words ever could.

Most people think financial planning begins with numbers: income, expenses, investments, retirement age, and tax strategy. Those things matter. But they are not the starting point. For a follower of Christ, the better question is not simply, “Will I have enough?” The better question is, “Am I being faithful with what God has entrusted to me?”

While reading a recent blog from Rob West, President of Kingdom Advisors, he shared a story from Ron Blue that I remembered reading years ago. Ron Blue once asked a local pastor in Kenya what most hindered the spread of the gospel. The pastor’s answer surprised him.

Financial questions are an unavoidable part of ministry leadership. Pastors and church leaders are often tasked with stewarding resources wisely while staying focused on shepherding people, leading vision, and fulfilling God’s calling. When financial uncertainty enters the picture, it can become a heavy and distracting burden.

Jesus once asked a simple, almost practical question: “Which of you, wanting to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost?” (Luke 14:28). Before you build anything that matters, you stop and think about where it’s headed.

As we enter the Advent season, I’m reminded of something simple but convicting--the greatest investment ever made wasn’t financial. It was God giving His only begotten Son. There’s no comparison. And when we consider that truth, it forces us to look at our own priorities a little differently.

At Round Prairie Baptist Church in Fairfield, Texas, Pastor Chris George knew he needed a better plan to provide long-term financial confidence for his family and ministry future. Like many pastors, he felt the pressure of planning ahead without the right guidance. That changed when he connected with BMA Financial.

There’s a false idea floating around that pastors are supposed to have it all together—especially when it comes to money. The truth is, many don’t. In fact, Amberlee Rich points out that nearly 40% of pastors face financial stress, and many are quietly struggling to meet basic needs. After coaching dozens of pastors, she’s identified six key principles that make a real difference.

The start of a new year is a great time for a "financial reset." In a recent podcast, Sharon Epps, President of Kingdom Advisors, shares...

The end of the year is approaching and it's a great time to take steps that can help improve your personal finances.

Part of helping churches “manage God’s money, God’s way, for God’s glory” is ensuring that the entire chruch staff is taken care.