Episode 58 – Money Personalities: How to Grow Closer to God through Your Finances
In this episode, Jay Peroni, CFP, welcomes Dr. Shane Enete, an expert in finance and a professor at Biola University. Jay discusses Dr. Enete’s latest book, Whole Heart Finances: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Managing Your Money with Joy, which provides practical insights into financial stewardship through a biblical lens.

The conversation dives into biblically responsible investing, helping listeners understand how to evaluate their investments based on Christian values, avoiding support for industries that conflict with biblical teachings, like abortion and pornography. Listeners are encouraged to visit faithandretirement.com for a free portfolio screening.

Dr. Enete also introduces the concept of money personalities, exploring how each of us has a unique way of relating to finances that might be shaped by both nature and nurture. He explains the different money personalities, how they can evolve, and the importance of recognizing them to grow in our relationship with God through our finances. The episode wraps up with practical advice on how to become more aware of our money personalities and how we can help others align their financial practices with biblical teachings.