Financial Issues

July 6, 2026

In today's show, Mark Minnella and co-host Seth Udinski discuss debt and borrowing through a biblical stewardship lens, exploring how borrowing can create spiritual and financial strain. They highlight Proverbs 22:7, co-signing concerns, giving versus lending, and the need to consider trusting the Lord before turning to credit. Listener questions also mention gold mining stocks, Roth conversions, teaching young adults about debt, market movement, Trump Accounts, and TSP rollover steps. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today. Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com for more.

Episode 1: The Foundation of Biblical Stewardship

On this first episode of Stewardship Today, Mark Minnella, Seth Udinski, and Sam Case lay the foundation for biblical stewardship. Together, they explore what it truly means to steward God's resources, why stewardship extends far beyond money and giving, and how our time, talents, and treasures can all be used to glorify God. Join us as we begin a journey toward faithful stewardship and biblically responsible investing. Stewardship Today is presented by Financial Issues Stewardship Ministries. Want to go deeper? Join us for Financial Issues LIVE every weekday at 9:00am ET / 8:00am CT at www.financialIssues.org [http://www.financialissues.org] for biblical financial guidance, market insights, and practical stewardship resources. Or become a Financial Issues partner [https://financialissues.org/become-a-partner/] to gain access to a library of tools and resources that will help you become a biblically responsible investor. Check out Mark's book, The Wall Street Awakening [https://www.amazon.com/Wall-Street-Awakening-Investing-Integrity/dp/1545627371/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EJ1YDI6M9YVT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.v2aZzURGI7mAy1_AdesQU3AjVhiYk_kQxvUbycLSzsXlyuUfEuFVs5cKHYZsEPOI6EaMUFGMl2hRMwM6dRSAG5CIEWv2ot_uC-XOLJXqzT00n0biTQAwkOmjxgBLoTcu4ccDmnJBH5PoTjkkOxjI4OBcf4GhQLuXP_71LQzh7-_aav0i_dX4OZKdETvT8veJcmbgG733OyFrz-hIVVtIuFmY2FvN2m4D1NLCCmpC4AU.6Im6xKhl1rQCWgIfxIx-glDdgfQ7aAK5eGI2ObV8tj0&dib_tag=se&keywords=wall+street+awakening&qid=1783017890&sprefix=wall+street+awakenin%2Caps%2C216&sr=8-1] Please support our sponsors, each of whom we have personally vetted and believe in the work and mission of: * Timothy Plan [https://timothyplan.com/our-funds/]: a family of award-winning, faith-based mutual funds and ETFs screened for biblically responsible integrity. * PreBorn! [https://giving.preborn.com/preborn/checkout/media-partner-fi-fism?sc=IAFI0223RA]: a nonprofit pro-life ministry dedicated to saving babies and saving souls by offering free ultrasounds, support, and resources to Pregnancy Clinics. * Crossroads Kids Club [http://reachourschools.com]: a nonprofit ministry providing afterschool clubs in the public schools to connect children with the life-giving hope of the gospel and a local church body. * Samaritan Ministries [https://samaritanministries.org/?utm_source=financial-issues-stewardship-ministries&utm_medium=radio&utm_campaign=fism-radio-ads-march-2024]: providing a Biblical solution to health care by uniting and enabling members to provide for one another's medical needs.

Celebrating America 250 and Stewarding the Nation

Happy Independence Day from Financial Issues! In this special episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to reflect on God's hand throughout 250 years of American history and discuss Christian stewardship, faith, and the nation's founding. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today. Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com for more.

Market Timing vs. Finding Entry Points: What's the Difference?

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss market timing, investing strategies, and why smart entry and exit decisions aren't the same thing. The team also breaks down the Supreme Court's latest ruling on birthright citizenship, what the decision could mean for the future of the United States, and the upcoming Trump Accounts program. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today. Today's show is sponsored by Crossroads Kids Club. Discover how you can support children, families, and churches with a no-cost club structure, curriculum, training, and coaching for local church partners. Your generosity helps make this ministry possible. Visit reachourschools.com for more information and to see how you can make a difference today.

Small-Cap Stocks Are Making a Comeback

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the rise of small-cap stocks, with the Russell 2000 posting its best first half in more than three decades. Mark explains the risks and opportunities of investing in small-cap stocks and why they are making a comeback. Later, the team breaks down stock market entry points and discusses what it means to buy a stock too early. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today. Today's show is sponsored by Samaritan Ministries. Discover a Biblical solution to health care that empowers believers to care for each other's medical bills. Visit samaritanministries.org for more.