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God Has Great Plans In Store for Your Finances with Jim Baker - Alive and Free Podcast - Episode 97

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Release Date: 03/05/2025

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In case you missed it, we hosted a live masterclass with Jim Baker teaching on finances and how to build generational wealth and build the Kingdom. You can watch the reply by CLICKING HERE

 

Also, we are currently taking Jim's course right now to get out of debt, learn to invest, and also change our mindsets around money and the way God wants us to steward it.  We partnered with Jim to offer this course to you for half off.  You can SIGN UP HERE.

 

 

EPISODE DESCRIPTION

 

Years ago, a bankruptcy in 2007 shook Jim's confidence and reshaped his understanding of financial stewardship. For me and Sammi, we lost a million dollars in 2022...

 

In this compelling episode, I'm joined by Jim Baker, a personal finance expert and pastor, who shares his insights on the deep connection between personal finance, faith, and emotional well-being. Together, we unravel how mastering money management isn't just about numbers—it's about trusting God with the bigger picture and using resources as tools for impact and influence.

 

Through personal stories of financial stress and the transformative power of failure, we explore how resilience and growth in adversity lead to true riches, both earthly and heavenly.

 

Navigating financial stress is a journey many of us know too well, and this episode offers a roadmap for finding trust in difficult times. I open up about the struggles of selling an expensive home and closing a family business, drawing parallels with organic gardening to show how life's messiest moments can yield the richest outcomes.

 

Jim and I delve into the concept of God's unchanging plan, exploring the manifold wisdom that guides us through life's detours. We also discuss the importance of decision-making with peace and agreement, highlighting the value of alignment with one's spouse and the wisdom of counselors.

 

As we wrap up, the conversation shifts to practical insights on building financial freedom through faith. We discuss the intriguing emphasis on money in scripture and the potential for unlocking wealth with purpose and power. From redefining Christianity with a prosperity mindset to sharing personal experiences with health challenges and financial literacy, this episode is packed with thought-provoking insights. We aim to inspire you to approach financial matters with a faith-driven mindset, promoting good stewardship and sharing stories that resonate with life's journey. 

 

Tune in and discover the profound impact of trusting God financially on every aspect of life.

 

 

EPISODE CHAPTERS


(0:00:05) - The Importance of Trusting God Financially


(0:06:03) - Learning to Trust God Financially


(0:10:26) - Trusting God Financially in All Things


(0:18:03) - Making Decisions With Peace and Agreement


(0:29:57) - Encountering God


(0:32:57) - Embracing Silence and Seeking Answers


(0:38:20) - Exploring Biblical Financial Principles


(0:50:25) - Accelerating Wealth Building Through Faith


(1:01:35) - Promoting Good Stewardship and Sharing Stories

 

 

EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS

 

(0:00:05) - The Importance of Trusting God Financially


Personal finance, faith, and emotional well-being are discussed with expert Jim Baker, emphasizing trust in God and using money for impact.

 

(0:06:03) - Learning to Trust God Financially


Navigating financial stress, learning from failure, and finding growth and resilience in adversity.

 

(0:10:26) - Trusting God Financially in All Things


God has a unique plan for each person's life, blessings outweigh curses, and reliance on His presence leads to success.

 

(0:18:03) - Making Decisions With Peace and Agreement


Decision-making is like a diamond, involving seeking peace, agreement with spouse, and consulting wise counselors.

 

(0:29:57) - Encountering God


Everyone can hear from God by training their senses like learning a new language, as our thoughts are intertwined with the mind of Christ.

 

(0:32:57) - Embracing Silence and Seeking Answers


Creating space for silence allows for clarity in hearing from God, patience during waiting, and personal growth.

 

(0:38:20) - Exploring Biblical Financial Principles


Jesus' teachings emphasize money, trusting God, and redefining Christianity; also discussing health, weight loss, and financial literacy.

 

(0:50:25) - Accelerating Wealth Building Through Faith


Achieve financial freedom through faith, biblical principles, and sharing successes and struggles in business.

 

(1:01:35) - Promoting Good Stewardship and Sharing Stories


Nature's stewardship, valuable resources, Jim's story, and leaving reviews to support our efforts.