October 20, 2025

In today's show, Mark Minnella, along with Seth Udinski and Sam Case, explore how government shutdowns historically affect the markets and discuss the limited impact such events tend to have on long-term growth. The hosts consider how political leadership shapes economic performance and the importance of maintaining biblical stewardship amid uncertainty. They also highlight the ongoing NVIDIA petition, encouraging listeners to stand for faith-based values in investing, and reflect on capitalism through a Christian perspective, emphasizing compassion, responsibility, and moral grounding in financial decisions. 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.