(đź’¸23/40) The truth about money that 96% of Christians don't know (and how it's costing you BIG)
SeedTime Money (Christian living & Personal Finances)
Release Date: 09/07/2024
SeedTime Money (Christian living & Personal Finances)
In this episode, we’re going deep on a topic the Church either glamorizes or demonizes—but rarely handles biblically: money. We’re unpacking Exodus, Jesus, and even Tesla stock (yep)—to wrestle through a question that’s been tripping up believers for decades: “Is wealth inherently evil… or is it just a tool?” Here’s what we found: Why the Israelites’ gold became both a golden calf and a golden lampstand What Jesus really meant when He said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” The shocking contrast between how the Old and New Testament describe...
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In Part 2 of our “The prosperity gospel, the poverty gospel, and the truth most Christians miss” series, we dive into some of Jesus’ most controversial teachings on wealth. You’ve heard “sell everything,” “camel through the eye of a needle,” and “blessed are the poor,” but what if we’ve been misunderstanding who He was talking to and why? In this episode, we unpack: Why Jesus told the rich young ruler to sell everything—and why He didn’t tell Zacchaeus the same thing. The real reason wealth can be dangerous (it’s not what you think). Why Joseph of...
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This might be the most important conversation we’ve had about money, faith, and the Bible. For years, we've wrestled with it. One side says God wants you rich. The other says being poor makes you holy. But neither seemed to fully line up with Scripture. What if both extremes missed the point? In this episode, we kick off a 5-part series where we break down: What the Prosperity Gospel gets right—and dangerously wrong How the Poverty Gospel subtly creeps in as "humility" The parable that changed everything for us The biblical third way no one talks about enough How prayer can...
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In this episode, we answer YOUR questions about how we’re using AI—personally, spiritually, and professionally. We’re not here to debate whether AI is “good” or “evil.” We’re here to share how we're using it practically—as a business tool, a parenting helper, a writing assistant, a garden coach, and even a wardrobe consultant. And yep, Linda's officially a soft summer. We get into the nitty gritty: The custom GPT we built for flipping items on eBay The podcast producer GPT that writes our show notes How AI helps with planning RV trips and killing poison ivy Why...
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I sat down with Dr. Shane Enete—professor at Biola University, PhD in personal financial planning, total Jesus-loving money nerd, and author of Whole Heart Finances: A Jesus Centered Guide to Managing Money with Joy. We dug into a fascinating study of ultra-wealthy families (yes, $25M+ net worth) and uncovered a surprising truth. We talk about hedonic adaptation, generosity as a spiritual thermostat, and what your savings account might be saying about your heart. In this episode, you’ll learn: The biological and spiritual reasons why wealth never satisfies...
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In this episode, we crack open something most believers have never even noticed: In Genesis 2:12, God says the gold of the land was “good.” Wait, what? Before money was minted, before greed and shame twisted its meaning, God placed gold in Eden... and He called it good. That same word—“good”—used for trees, land, animals, and all creation. Money wasn’t cursed. It was created by God and called "good". We dive into: The 8 times gold is mentioned in Genesis—and why that number matters. Why gold is incorruptible (literally) and what that symbolizes. How Abraham’s wealth wasn’t...
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This episode is the one you’ve been waiting for. No more doom. No more dread. This is the episode where we talk about what to do next — how to prepare yourself (and your income) for the rise of AI. We share 5 reasons why learning AI is now the most important thing you can do to grow your earning potential over the next 3–5 years. AND we break down 5 practical ways to start (even if you’ve never touched ChatGPT in your life). What we cover: Why “AI fluency” already gets you paid 25–50% more How one mom built a $4k/month curriculum using AI tools The exact prompt you can...
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You ever watch the movie WALL-E and think, “No way that could be real”? Well... buckle up. This episode is PART TWO of our conversation about Artificial Intelligence — and it’s probably the most important thing you’ll hear all year. We dive deep into where AI is headed, how fast it’s moving, and why this isn’t just another tech shift... it's a total civilization shift. Here’s what we talk about: The 3 groups emerging in the AI revolution (ownership, adapters, dependents) Why AI with a 180 IQ is already smarter than Einstein How 90% of jobs (yes, even lawyers and...
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In this episode, we ask a big, uncomfortable question: What does AI mean for our faith? I (Bob) have been obsessed with AI lately—not just how it works, but what it means. And Linda? Well, she’s more on the “this-freaks-me-out” side of things. So this conversation got real… fast. We dive into: The theological implications of AI (yep, we went there). Why AI can reflect human creativity but will never have a soul. How idolatry sneaks in when we rely on AI more than God. Personal stories (like when our son was sick and we turned to AI first… before prayer). The Tower of Babel, the...
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Today we are walking through 5 of our most valuable resources (and some free) that will help you thrive financially this year. These are the exact tools and resources we’ve used in our own life—plus testimonies from thousands in the SeedTime community who’ve seen breakthrough with them as well! 📚Resources Mentioned: Simple Money, Rich Life (get it free – just cover shipping): The “233 Millionaires” Cheat Sheet: Prayers for Finances free PDF: True Financial Freedom church + small group curriculum: Real Money Method (Limited time $1 trial): Our interview on Cece...
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- The dangerous lie about money that keeps 96% of people financially stagnant
- Why investing isn't just for the wealthy - it's a powerful tool for anyone who wants to make a difference
- The shocking experiment that shows what happens when you give 100 people $10,000
- The simple math function that separates financial winners from losers
- How to shift your mindset from subtraction to multiplication
- The Biblical case for smart investing (hint: it's about more than just getting rich)
- Why the stock market isn't as risky as you might think - and how to approach it wisely
- The life-changing power of compound interest over time
- How to start multiplying your money today, even if you know nothing about investing
Links and resources mentioned:
- Episode 17 of the podcast series (discussing investment risks)
- 10X Investing Course: https://seedtime.com/10x - and be sure to use coupon code: PODCAST20 (limited time discount)
Plus, we share personal stories of how we overcame limiting beliefs about wealth and learned to see money as a tool for Kingdom impact. Whether you're a financial novice or looking to level up your strategy, this episode will challenge your assumptions and inspire you to become a multiplier.