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Navigating the Frugal Lifestyle Fine Line
I remember being labeled as a cheapskate when I was growing up in East Side San Jose. After a night out with friends we would head out to the local diner, but I really never ordered. I waited till my friends were done with their meals and I would scarf down their leftovers. That definitely…
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Bitcoin Bro or Bitcoin No
There are a wide array of opinions on the future of Bitcoin. I am personally excited about Bitcoin’s possible mass adoption throughout the world. Here are five reasons that I lean towards a Bitcoin bro: 1. The underlying technology behind Bitcoin, known as blockchain, offers an unprecedented level of security and transparency. Transactions are stored on a…
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Balancing Trust in God & Responsible Stewardship
As Christian fathers, one of the greatest challenges we face is teaching our children to trust God for their provision while also instilling in them the importance of responsible stewardship. It can be a perplexing task to balance the concept of relying on God’s provision with the responsibility to multiply the resources He has entrusted…
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FOMO… It Doesn’t Have to Be All or Nothing!
When should I buy or sell ALL my shares? The key term here is “ALL.” Lately, my discussions with friends and family have revolved around timing the market for stock purchases or sales. Obviously, predicting the market is beyond our capabilities. So, how can we mitigate the potential stress of buying at a high point…
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It’s Only 6th Grade Math…
Whenever I bring up the idea of building wealth and understanding finances on paper, I tell people that it isn’t rocket science and all you need is basic elementary math to comprehend how it works. And it all begins with creating a budget. In its simplest form, you add up your inputs (income & assets)…
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How Do You Turn $1 Into $2?
How do you turn $1 into $2? Why was I so confused? It was my fellow Christian Father, GC, who asked this simple question, and I couldn’t come up with an immediate answer. The mental block stemmed from the notion that a solitary dollar couldn’t possibly fuel any investment. I quickly went to my go-to…
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Our Financial Upbringing
As we reflect on our own upbringing, we may recognize that most of us were raised by parents who were exceptional savers but didn’t have much knowledge about investing. Our parents worked tirelessly to provide for our needs, ensuring that we had enough for the present. However, they may not have embraced the concept of…
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Expanding the 8th Level of Charity
Earlier this week, a friend of mine led a devotional session centered on the Eight Levels of Charity by the renowned Jewish philosopher Maimonides, who lived in the 12th century. You can find the eight levels on Wikipedia; they encompass a broad spectrum, ranging from giving money begrudgingly to the highest level of empowering and…
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An Unyielding Pursuit
Building wealth is undoubtedly a challenging journey – one that requires unwavering commitment, resilience, and a strong sense of purpose. For Christian fathers seeking to provide a secure future for their families, this pursuit takes on a special significance. Though it may not be an easy path, it is essential to remember the power of…
Faith, Finance & Fatherhood 