(3/5) The prosperity gospel, the poverty gospel, and the truth most Christians miss: Golden Calves and Golden Lampstands
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
Release Date: 06/28/2025
The 29-word sentence in the Bible that literally puts God’s name on you
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
Just a 4-minute little reminder today! What if one short, 29-word sentence from the Bible could shift the atmosphere in your home, change how you see your finances, and remind you that God Himself has placed His name on you? In this episode, Bob & Linda dive into the Aaronic blessing from Numbers 6 — a prayer that God commanded to be spoken over His people. You’ve probably heard it before, maybe even sung it in church, but chances are you’ve never fully realized its power in your daily life 📖 Scripture highlight: “May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you...
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5 keys to being a good steward with PJ Vescovi
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
In this episode, I sat down with PJ Vescovi — financial advisor, pastor, and author of The Great Money Reform — and this one’s going to challenge you in the best way possible. We dove deep into the 5 keys to being a truly good steward, not just in theory, but in daily decisions. PJ’s insights are fire — especially his stories around radical generosity, godly work ethic, and the real reason you’re not walking in financial freedom. This isn’t your average money conversation. This is faith, finance, and focus colliding in a way that’ll leave you rethinking how you spend,...
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Jesus doesn't normalize money stress...
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
71% of Americans admit they’re losing sleep over money—but Jesus already gave us the cure in the most famous sermon ever preached. In this episode, Bob and Linda unpack the surprising connection between mammon, anxiety, and misplaced treasure—and share the one simple prayer that can break financial fear and open the door to God’s peace and provision. They walk through Matthew 6:19–34, revealing how birds and lilies understand something most believers forget: your value isn’t in what you own—it’s in who owns you. What You’ll Learn: The hidden link between serving mammon and...
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The #1 Mistake Christians Make When it Comes to Giving
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What if the greatest danger in our giving isn’t how much we give—but why we give? In this episode, Bob and Linda unpack one of the most shocking stories in Acts 5: the tale of Ananias and Sapphira. Why did God respond so severely—and what does it reveal about our own struggles with wealth, legacy, and generosity? Together, we wrestle with the tension between leaving an inheritance (Proverbs 13:22) and practicing radical generosity (Acts 4, Matthew 6:33). You’ll hear how this tension has played out in our own finances, and we’ll share a 4-part framework to help you align your money...
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Teaching teens about money (here's what you need to know)
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If your teen is starting to earn money—or even just asking bigger financial questions—this episode will give you the tools to start them off on the right foot. Bob & Linda share how they’re teaching their own kids about money, why the Real Money Method works even for high schoolers, and how to weave generosity, saving, and wise spending into everyday life. You’ll also hear how apps like Greenlight can help, why starting investing early pays off, and the tension Christian parents face between “nudging” kids toward giving vs. letting them choose it themselves. By the end,...
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Charlie Kirk | Praying for enemies | And the crazy thing that happened when we did
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
Over the last few weeks, there’s been so much talk about the Charlie Kirk tragedy. But as I’ve listened to all the commentary, I realized—no one’s talking about this. We didn’t want to make another video about what happened. We wanted to talk about what Jesus actually modeled when something unthinkable happens… and how that applies to us right now. This episode honestly challenged both of us deeply. It’s one of those conversations where you feel the tension between what feels fair… and what faith actually calls us to do. We’re not trying to debate headlines. We’re just...
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10 Millionaire Patterns the Wealthy Follow (and Broke People Don't)
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
Most people think wealth is about earning more. The truth? It’s about the patterns you repeat every day. In this episode, we break down 10 specific patterns that predict whether you’ll be broke or wealthy 10–20 years from now. These aren’t obvious mistakes like “don’t buy lattes.” They’re subtle, sneaky habits that quietly lock people into financial struggle… or quietly compound into freedom. Here’s what we cover: Why overspending on status is a trap (and what to do instead). How shopping without a list bleeds your bank account. The single most profitable investment...
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Why God's provision won't work if you miss this
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This episode hit me hard. We cracked open 2 Kings 4—the story of the widow, her debt, and the jars of oil—and I realized it’s not just about a miracle… it’s about God’s system for provision. Most of us pray for breakthrough but miss the order: 👉 Ask 👉 Obey 👉 Sell (work the miracle) 👉 Pay debt 👉 Then live on the overflow The widow didn’t just receive money from heaven. She started what might be the first side hustle in the Bible. And her story shows us exactly why so many of us feel like God’s provision “isn’t working.” Here’s what we unpack in this...
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7 pieces of financial advice that have changed my life
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
Money advice is everywhere. But not all of it sticks. In this episode, Linda and I unpack seven pieces of financial wisdom a friend of mine shared that literally changed his life. Some came from mentors, some from experience, some from mistakes—but all of them can save you years of stress and struggle. By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with practical steps and timeless wisdom to reframe how you see money—so you can stop stressing and start stewarding. Resources & Mentions: Joshua Becker’s blog: The Real Money Method course: Mission Driven Millionaire program...
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The #1 thing destroying wealthy/successful Christians (w/ John Bevere)
SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
Pride is sneaky. It hides behind our success. It masks itself as “spiritual maturity.” It even whispers, “Look at how humble you are.” And if we’re not careful, pride will be the very thing that takes us out. In this episode, Linda and I unpack a conversation with John Bevere that completely reframed how I see wealth, success, and following Jesus. We dive into the #1 thing that’s quietly destroying successful Christians — and why humility isn’t just a virtue, it’s survival. Here’s what we cover: Why King Uzziah’s downfall in the Old Testament still matters for...
info_outlineIn 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 wealthy people
- The heart posture that turns a blessing into an idol
- And why generosity, not guilt, is the actual fruit of spiritual maturity
This isn’t financial advice—it’s soul-searching. If you've ever felt tension about having too much… or too little… this episode will give you clarity.
📚 Resources Mentioned:
- Exodus 12:35–36 – Israelites plundering Egypt’s wealth
- Exodus 32 – The golden calf
- Exodus 35 – The Tabernacle offerings
- Matthew 6:21 – “Where your treasure is…”
- Philippians 4 – Learning to abound and abase
- Galatians 5:22-23 – Fruit of the Spirit (including “goodness” = generosity)
- Our book: Simple Money, Rich Life (Get a free copy—just cover shipping!) 🔗 Grab your free book here: http://seedtime.com/free
📩 If this message stirred something in you, share it with a friend. The Church needs a better theology of money—and it starts with conversations like this.
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