The Stewardology Podcast

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Oct 2026

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Financial Advisor Tim Russell, CFP® of Life Financial Group, and Pastor Drew Gysi of Life Institute, explore the Theology of Biblical Financial Stewardship and its application to everyday financial decisions. For more, visit www.StewardologyPodcast.com

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October 27, 202653 min

318: Year-End Tax Planning (with MinistryCPA)

Send us Fan Mail October gives you a short window that can transform your taxes. By the time your W-2 shows up, most of the decisions that change a tax return have already been made. In this episode, Tim and Drew sit down with the team from MinistryCPA to walk through the year-end moves that actually matter, from charitable giving and Roth conversions to the deduction myth that costs business owners real money. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

October 20, 202644 min

317: Pastor Taxes & Retirement Planning (with MinistryCPA)

Send us Fan Mail Ministers are employees for income tax and self-employed for Social Security, and that one quirk changes everything about how a pastor should plan. MinistryCPA joins us to unpack housing allowances, Social Security opt-outs, love offerings, and retirement accounts built for church staff. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

October 13, 202636 min

316: We're Building a Small Group Course

Send us Fan Mail We’ve spent decades teaching biblical financial stewardship through seminars, but we’re building something designed to go deeper and last longer. In this episode, we introduce our upcoming small-group curriculum, explore how it’s different from traditional financial courses, and explain why heart transformation is at the center of everything we’re creating. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

October 6, 202633 min

315: The Future of Stewardology

Send us Fan Mail The ministry is growing, but the old model has limits. In this episode, we share what’s next. From expanding beyond the live seminar, to developing a new video curriculum, and bringing our resources together under the name Stewardology . See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

September 29, 202625 min

314: 7 Ways to Pray for Your Finances

Send us Fan Mail Prayer and finances belong together. In this episode, we explore seven practical ways to pray over your money, from asking God for provision and wisdom to cultivating contentment, generosity, and faithful stewardship. As you learn to bring your finances before the Lord, you'll discover that prayer doesn't just change your circumstances, it transforms your heart. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

September 22, 202624 min

313: One Requirement for Every Steward

Send us Fan Mail What does God actually require of a steward? In this episode, we explore 1 Corinthians 4:2 and unpack the one characteristic Scripture says every steward must possess: faithfulness. Discover how this timeless biblical principle shapes the way we manage our money, time, talents, and every resource God has entrusted to us. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

September 15, 202639 min

312: Ways to Reduce Monthly Debt Payments

Send us Fan Mail Feeling overwhelmed by monthly debt payments? In this episode, we explore several ways to lower your payments, from refinancing and debt consolidation to hardship programs, while explaining the long-term tradeoffs of each approach. Most importantly, we discuss how Biblical stewardship and healthy financial habits can help you address the root cause of debt instead of simply treating the symptoms. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

September 8, 202629 min

311: Back to Rhythm: Rebuilding Good Financial Habits

Send us Fan Mail Summer has a way of throwing even the best financial habits off track. In this episode, we share practical, biblical steps to rebuild healthy financial rhythms, realign your budget with Biblical priorities, and prepare wisely for the months ahead. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

September 1, 202637 min

310: How Often Should You Review Your Investments?

Send us Fan Mail How often should you review your investments? And when does wise stewardship become anxious micromanagement? In this episode, we explore the biblical balance between diligence and trust, offering practical guidance on how to monitor your portfolio with purpose while keeping your confidence in God, not the daily movements of the market. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

August 25, 202635 min

309: The Dangers of Day Trading

Send us Fan Mail Day trading "promises" fast profits, excitement, and control...but does it follow through on those promises? In this episode, we examine the risks of day trading through both real-world data and biblical wisdom, exploring why patience, long-term investing, and faithful stewardship offer a more enduring path to financial health and spiritual freedom. See the show notes here! Subscribe to "Life in the Markets" Podcast Buy our new book: The Good Steward Wealth Management from a Biblical Worldview Stewardship Seminars from a Biblical Worldview Learn more at: StewardologyPodcast.com Schedule a Personal Stewardship Review at: StewardologyPodcast.com/Review Get in touch with us at: Contact@StewardologyPodcast.com or call us at: (800) 688-5800 Send us episode ideas! StewardologyPodcast.com/idea Subscribe to get episodes delivered to your inbox every week. Follow along: Facebook , Instagram A ministry of Life Financial Group & Life Institute . Securities and Advisory Services offered through GENEOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. Member FINRA and SIPC

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