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The Whole Steward
by Andrew Stanton
Helping you gain a biblically Christian perspective for better managing and multiplying all forms of wealth under your care to excel above the status quo in blessing and being blessed, reaping and giving more, all for the glory of God.
Episodes
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66: Taking An Audit
With 9 forms of capital under your care you may sometimes focus on one form more than others. You may find good success in that one area, but you might be neglecting one of the others. The goal of whole stewardship is to keep a balance between all. If you become too focused on one at the expense…
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65: Your Greatest Impact With Brandon Jones
Good stewardship often means setting ambitious goals and working toward them. Spending time with others who do the same can help propel you forward in your own aspirations. Or it may open new opportunities to collaborate with like minded individuals. It’s often said you’re the average of the 5...
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64: Think For Yourself
64 Think For Yourself The Media has become or may always has been incredibly biased. When cutting through all the noise of propaganda, opinions and biased reporting, there is a dire need to think for yourself. This is how we can be a better steward of the information and better control our...
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63: How To Pre-Qualify For A House
Purchasing a home or investment property for the first time may seem scary, confusing or impossible. Even when not your first, it’s still a big and complicated task. Knowing the basics of how to qualify financially will go a long way in helping you go from browsing Redfin to getting the keys. We…
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62: The 9 Forms of Capitol
Many people think of stewardship as pertaining to money, but your stewardship goes far beyond managing your finances. You actually have 9 forms of capital under your care, and understanding what they are, what scripture says about them, and how they relate to one another is critical for the...
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61: A Bend In The Road
Sometimes life can throw you curve balls, or the road may seem too windy, the deck is stacked against you, or the mountain is too steep to climb. Maybe it seems that others get the big break while you grind away with no progress. We’ll discuss how to cope with those unique challenges in your…
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60: Going To The House Of Mourning
It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. I have some challenging news and a favor to ask of you, as we sit again at the feet of the wisest and richest man that ever lived to glean the...
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59: Why We Need Free Market
The debate of a free market against a socialist economy rages on. If the answer seems obvious as a listener of the whole steward, just know there are many who don’t understand the danger and folly of the one over the other. And no, Jesus was not the first socialist. Your worldview affects your...
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58: Danger And Delight in Success
There are some common challenges entrepreneurs face which would seek to subtly yet brutally undermine your success. This goes far beyond a failed sales strategy, a tough labor market, or a squeezed supply chain. You may solve those, and yet succumb to a deeper problem that will destroy both your...
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57: Propaganda In War
Regarding our cultural capital, this complicated world throws propaganda at us all the time to shape our thinking and behavior. If you don’t affirm mainstream thinking, you will often be challenged, shamed or ousted. Let’s dive deep into a cultural battle about a war of propaganda that affects...
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56: Stewardship in the Passion
In this episode we take a look at 5 different stewards involved in the passion week story. We see how these 5 individuals manage several forms of capital, some good, some bad and see if we can learn a thing or two about our own stewardship from the context. 1 Denarii = 1 days wage for a laborer =...
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55: Investing Early with Josiah and Elizabeth Stanton
Sometimes being a Whole Steward means you focus in some areas more than others, but you always remember to balance all the areas by not forgetting to properly steward any of the 9 forms of capital under your care. Also how early can you be an investor? We have some very young real estate…
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54: The Slavery Of Today
Many stewards and managers in ancient times were slaves. Sadly, the English word “slave” has been tainted by modern western slavery in America, Britain and elsewhere, thus making it hard to use that word without forming some notion of grotesque human oppression. But slavery is still prevalent and...
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53: Ditch The New Year Resolutions
2024 is upon us and many people are making or have made new year resolutions. Maybe you’ve set up your own. But there are some well known problems with new year resolutions, and because of those you often won’t get the results you’re looking for. I’ll suggest we setup something different than new...
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52: The Good News With Pastor Roman Folia
There is nothing more important to wealth management than your spiritual well being. People may say they are a Spiritual person, and that’s true because we are body and spirit. But that’s not how someone is reconciled to God. We have Pastor Roman Folia explain the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how…
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51: When Cultures Collide With James And Shannon Miller
Last week we got started with an awesome interview with my good friends the Millers in Alaska. This week, we will dive in again to finish that interview and hear about some of the challenges and deep aspects of the work their in Alaska. We’ll dive into the essence of knowing and understanding the...
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50: God’s Providence In Stewardship With James And Shannon Miller
Our time is short on this earth, so how do you figure out what God wants you to do as a steward? He speaks to us through his word, but often we need his hand of providence to lead us in the details. Our guests, James and Shannon Miller, were called to the mission field of the wilderness of…
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49: Real Estate Investing With Terry Kerr and Liz Brody
Today we explore an alternative to leaving your money in the bank with our special guests Terry and Liz on the whole steward. You are an investor, whether you consider yourself one or not, and where you store your capital is what you are invested in. So with all the noise out there, how do you...
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48: Life Lessons With Mel Murray
Stewardship goes far beyond managing your finances. In fact, the 9 forms of capital under your care are Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Experiential, Social, Cultural, Material, Financial, and Time. Listen and learn from a veteran of life as we touch on all nine with my good friend, Mel…
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47: Media Matters With Andy Waits
Media have always served a vital role in conveying information between people. The thoughts, ideas, and opinions of man, whether true or false, are transferred via a medium, the broadest of which are visual and audio communication. We talk about the history and power of media, and your voice…
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46: The Lord Will Provide
They said of him: “God is with you in all that you do." The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become great. He has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male servants and female servants, camels and donkeys. who has not forsaken his steadfast love and his faithfulness toward…
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45: The Stewardship of Abraham
He was very rich in livestock, land, silver, and gold. He had a very beautiful wife. He led 318 of his trained men, warriors, into battle and won. He lived out righteousness and justice, with many great promises given him. He believed God and it was counted to him as righteousness. We look at the...
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44: The Most Expensive City
How do you feel about the cost of living where you live? Is it affordable, unaffordable, how does it compare with other places in the country or the world for that matter? A new city just took the lead as the most expensive city in the United States, and no it isn't San Francisco. Can you guess...
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43: Food Source Risks and Rewards
When it comes to the basics of life, there isn't anything more basic than food and water. Next is clothing and shelter. Being as wealthy as we are, we often don't stop to think about these basics, which is a good thing. The complexity of this system could tempt us to worry. Where does our food…
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42: Conspiracy in the Middle East
I find it difficult to continue with my daily routine of family, work and church without acknowledging the horrific recent events in Israel and Palestine. And when things don't add up, we're left wondering, how could this be? We ask the question, What's Happening? Today on The Whole Steward.
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41: The Golden Rule
There's a rule often hailed by Christendom and secularism alike. Laws are made based on it. People seek to live by it. Religions around the world teach it. It's named after the most universal precious metal. You're familiar with it, but do you know the context in which Jesus put it forth? It's...
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40: Central Bank Digital Currency
There's a machine invented in the 20th century which has changed our lives fundamentally in a way not seen since maybe the invention of the wheel? I don't know, but I'll venture to say life will never be the same again. It's opened the door for a new approach to how we interact with each other in...
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39: Starting Your Business With Gary Moore
Have you been thinking about starting your own business? Have you just started, or are you several years in, but not where you want to be or should be? This takes a lot of courage, but it also takes a lot of wisdom. Our very special guest, Gary Moore, takes us through some key things to help you…
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38:Winning The Game With Aaron Chapman
You can't win a game you're not playing. But when it comes to the current economy and the state of our society, we're all in it. There will be winners and losers. Aaron Chapman, one of the top Real Estate lenders in the country, joins us to help you decide which team you want to be on, today on…
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37: Managing Your Economy
We live in an abundant world made by God, and participate in the economy every day. No matter how rich or poor you are, if you live on this earth, you are a steward of what God has given you. But what is the economy really? We'll see its significance as we look at the roots of the economy, today…
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36: The Power Of Now
There's no reality you can change except that which is present right now. As a believer, your eternal destiny is secure, but God still has you on earth to obey His commands, to spread the good news, to work, to enjoy His creation, to declare His praise and bring Him glory. We'll talk the power of...
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35: Learning From Covid-19 History
Today we take a trip through the last 3+ years of the Covid-19 Pandemic response history in hopes to learn from it rather than repeat it. Those who don't learn from history are bound to repeat it.
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34: When Natural Disaster Strikes
There are several natural disasters which have captured the attention of our country recently, affecting 1000s of peoples lives in ways some of us can not even imagine. Hurricane Hilary gave everyone a scare, but the real devastation is in Maui right now. How can you, a whole steward, help those…
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33: Glorifying God In Your Vocation
What is your calling in life? Do you know? Some may be called as evangelists, pastors, teachers etc. Other may be called to painting, plumbing, engineering or accounting. Whatever your vocation, God has given you a calling in which you can learn, sow, grow and reap more abundantly, and to the…
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32: The Pareto Principle
I'm sure you've noticed inequalities across many sectors and phenomenon in the world. Maybe you've noticed inequalities in your own life, but aren't sure what to do about them, or feel like it's an immoral tragedy. Today we'll talk about the Pareto Principle, see what the bible says about it, and...
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31: Instructing The Next Generation
Do you ever feel burnt out, tired or just completely emptied of motivation for something you need to do? Let me give you some inspiration to keep going. Or maybe stop and think. Then let's talk the education of our children. I have an exercise you might find surprising, today on the whole steward.
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30: The Delayed Marriage Mess
Why do we see household formation being delayed later and later in life? Marriage is delayed now to a median age of over 30 for men and 28 for women. As far as we know, this is the highest it's ever been, at least for millennia. Why is that and what can be done about it, today on the whole steward.
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29: What’s In A House
We'll take a look at housing in the bible and housing in the CPI index today. How it's is derived and weighted which might surprise you, but will help you better manage God's gifts.
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28: The Student Debt Crisis
On June 30th, The supreme court handed down it's decision on the legality of the Biden administration enacting student loan forgiveness. What does this mean for the millions of borrowers with well over a trillion dollars in student debt? And what does it mean for those considering taking on…
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27: What Does it Profit A Man
In all toil there is profit, but mere talk tends only to poverty. The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it. This and many other proverbs point to the results of wisdom in stewardship. But what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own…
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26: Celebrating The Foundations
In this episode we dive into the implementation and history of private property in our own society and how it's now under attack. You can see this in the founding documents of the United States. Then we'll look at how there are people and organizations seeking to undermine these fundamental…
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25: Necessity of Private Property
Today we look at the necessity of private property. Have you ever considered private ownership of property to be so important that it is actually necessary? We'll learn today how this truth is grounded squarely in the 10 commandments, what role it plays at the core of our society, and how this...
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24: Understand Your Equity
You live somewhere you call home and someone owns the property on which you live. That may be you, your family, your landlord, the bank, the government, etc. Your portion is your equity, and if you hold equity in real property, or desire to do so, listen up. We'll discuss what's rarely mentioned...
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23: The Debt Crisis
As you've probably heard, the debt crisis is talked about every time the national debt ceiling is reached. The pattern seems to always repeat, the debt ceiling was raised, the "crises" evaded. Back to business as usual, everything's ok now. Or is it? We talk about debt and what it means for you,...
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22: Rent Vs Own
As you know, I'm a real estate investor, so I enjoy talking all things real estate. Many people say they invest in their home when they purchase it, toughing it as the biggest investment they may ever make. But is buying the home you live in a good investment? The question is, compared to what?...
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21: Stewarding Your Body
Today we'll take a brief look at the stewardship of our bodies, which is one of the forms of living capital under our care. You need to make sure you're eating healthy, sleeping and exercising properly. Our bodies are something we should manage well. When you don't for example get the proper…
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20: Buying Up The Time
What is time? You are certainly very familiar with it. You are bound by it, you live in it, and use it ubiquitously. But have you ever tried to define it? We'll look at time as a form of capital and how you can better optimize your time investments for the glory of God, today on The Whole Steward.
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19: Another Look At Retirement
Have you started thinking about your retirement? When and how will you do it? Are you relying on Social Security at age 62, 65, 70? Or a 401K? And what will you be doing after retirement? I never want to be retired. Learn why in another look at retirement, today on The Whole Steward.
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18: The Battle For the Culture
The foundation upon which Western society was built is slowly but surely being chipped away and destroyed. That which so many worked so hard and gave their lives for is vanishing through the cracks of sin. Preservation is hard work, yet you must recognize the eternal affects of our earthly...
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17: Dreams Over Dragons
Many years ago the knight would leave the castle to go slay his dragon. You may think dragons aren't real, but our guest today would beg to differ. And what are those dragons? Listen in to learn how to pursue your dreams, you must first slay your dragons, today on the whole steward. Timestamps:...
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Helping you gain a biblically Christian perspective for better managing and multiplying all forms of wealth under your care to excel above the status quo in blessing and being blessed, reaping and giving more, all for the glory of God.
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Andrew Stanton
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