How This Couple Transformed Their Financial Life by Aligning Their Money With Their Faith

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🗓️ 16 March 2025

⏱️ 28 minutes

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In this inspiring conversation, Bill and Dana Wichterman share their 35-year journey of aligning their finances with their Christian faith. From starting married life $13,000 in debt to becoming thoughtful stewards of all their resources, they reveal practical wisdom from their new book "Stewards Not Owners: The Joy of Aligning Your Money with Your Faith." Discover how the Wichtermans developed a unique approach to generosity, investing, and financial stewardship that brought them more joy, peace, and purpose. They share personal stories, practical advice on starting small, and insights on the difference between saving and hoarding. Whether you're just starting out or decades into your financial journey, this conversation offers valuable guidance on finding freedom and purpose through faith-aligned stewardship. Topics covered: - The concept of a "generosity fund" and how it transformed their approach to giving - Faith-based investing strategies that don't sacrifice returns - Practical tips for involving your family in generosity - How to find community support for your stewardship journey - The surprising benefits: less anxiety, more peace, and deeper joy Learn more at https://stewardsnotowners.com/ The Daily Signal cannot continue to tell stories, like this one, without the support of our viewers: https://secured.dailysignal.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:42.5	aligning your money with your faith. Bill and Dana,
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1:50.1	I love this book as a Christian myself and somebody who strives to and has for years strive to
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