The Freedom Podcast #173

Join Dr. Van Moody and Pastor George B. Thompson for this timely Financial Freedom Edition as they guide you through a powerful year-end financial checkup. With the holidays approaching and a new year on the horizon, now is the perfect time to reflect on your financial journey and set yourself up for success in 2026.In This Episode:The Five Essential Steps for Your Year-End Financial Review:Review the Year with God, Not Just the Numbers - Learn why celebrating small wins builds momentum for bigger victories and how to acknowledge God's faithfulness in your financesCount Your Blessings Before Your Regrets - Discover the transformative power of gratitude and why perspective matters more than circumstancesFace Your Debts with Faith and a Plan - Get practical guidance on the "Do Good" (Get Out Of Debt) process and why intentionality is keyAlign Your Budget with Real Priorities - Understand why a budget isn't restrictive—it's actually the pathway to true financial freedomSet Guardrails Before Holiday Spending Hits - Protect your progress with smart strategies for navigating holiday expenses without starting 2026 in debtKey Highlights:Why kitchen table conversations during the holidays can transform your family's financial futureThe difference between spending on your children versus investing in themHow to break free from consumer culture and focus on what truly mattersPractical tips for thoughtful gift-giving without breaking the bankTeaching generational wealth principles to your familyWhether you're just waking up to the need for better financial management or you've been on this journey for years, this episode provides actionable wisdom to help you finish the year strong and enter 2026 with confidence and clarity.Scripture Foundation: Psalm 90:12 - "Teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom"