Eric Boyum Inspire Advisor

How to Choose Faith-Based Financial Services? While there’s no dearth of financial services, it is important that you choose one that aligns with your faith and religious values. It is crucial to analyze if the provider can offer services while considering your financial situation and investment objectives. There are a few things to consider here: ·   Whether they provide a comprehensive financial planning, taking into account your overall financial situation, and not follow a typical transaction-based approach. ·   If they are expert in developing long-term financial strategy. ·   Are they capable of providing retirement planning advice based on your expectations of having a particular lifestyle during those golden years. ·   Above all, are they engaged in faith-based financial services ? Faith-based financial services are gaining prominence for providing individuals and organizations with financial solutions that align with their religious beliefs and values. W...

When it comes to investments, everyone has an expectation around possible outcomes. In fact, people are more interested in returns than anything else. Expecting a certain outcome, they decide their actions and plan accordingly. however, Biblical investment decisions are based on values, motivations and beliefs. Investing decisions and actions can change over time, but the heart should always follow the principles and values that matter. Fortunately, even in an era where financial investments shape industries and economies, many Christians seek to align their financial decisions with biblical principles and follow Biblically Faithful Investing (BFI). Here’s what they generally do: Seek God’s guidance in financial decisions Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds everyone to trust in the Lord and acknowledge Him in all the ways of life. Therefore, it must be a practice to pray for wisdom (James 1:5) and seek counsel from spiritually mature individuals before making any investment decisions. Investments ...