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Back to Podcast EpisodesWhy asking how much you should give is the wrong question (and the 1 question every Christian making more than $50k/yr should be asking)
Today, we're chatting with Greg Baumer, co-author of "True Riches: What Jesus Really Said About Money and Your Heart" and "God and Money." This is a thought-provoking discussion as we explore the intersection of faith, finances, and finding true contentment in Christ.
🔍 Key Highlights:
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Greg Baumer's Journey: Discover how Greg and his co-author, John, navigated the world of wealth and business at Harvard and how this journey transformed their understanding of money and faith.
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Confronting Materialism: A candid look into how our culture is deeply entrenched in materialism and how this affects our spiritual lives.
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The 'Christian Halo' Over the American Dream: Challenging the common Christian financial narrative that focuses more on material success than spiritual wealth.
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Generosity vs. Coveting: Greg discusses the dangers of coveting and the powerful impact of true generosity in our lives.
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Financial Choices Reflecting Faith: How our spending, saving, and giving can be a testament to our faith and values.
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Identity and Possessions: A personal story from Greg about redefining identity in Christ, not in material possessions.
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Book: "True Riches: What Jesus Really Said About Money and Your Heart" by Greg Baumer and John Cortines - https://amazon.com/True-Riches-Jesus-Really-About/dp/140020853X
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Book: "God and Money" by Greg Baumer and John Cortines- https://amazon.com/God-Money-Discovered-Business-Paperback/dp/1628624736
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Generous Giving: An organization focused on spreading the message of biblical generosity and offering retreats like the Journey of Generosity- https://generousgiving.org/
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