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Kicking Debt to the Curb: A Christ-Centered Approach to Breaking the Cycle | Ep. 017
Debt can begin to feel like something that never goes away, something you manage but never truly leave behind.
Psalm 37:21 says, “The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives.”...
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Expectation Is the Thief of Joy | Ep. 016
What if the reason you feel frustrated, disappointed, or unsettled… isn’t your circumstances—but your expectations?
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino and Maria explore how...
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Peace of Mind Fund: Why It’s Not an “Emergency Fund” | Ep. 015
What if the way you think about saving money is actually working against you?
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino and Maria explore why the traditional idea of an “emergency fund” may...
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Feeding the Family: Why Food Should Be a Top Budget Priority | Ep. 014
When money gets tight, many families instinctively cut the food budget first.
But should they?
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino and Maria challenge a common financial belief: that...
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Tax Refunds, Windfalls & the Danger of Mental Math | Ep. 013
Tax season brings a wave of emotion.
Excitement, anxiety, anticipation, relief — sometimes all at once.
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino and Maria explore how our thinking often shapes...
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How Do I Steward My Time Wisely? (Gluttony, Sloth & Idle Time) | Ep. 012
How are you actually spending your time?
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino shares a surprising exercise — mapping out how his week is spent — and the conversation that...
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Knowledge Is Power: Inflation, Layoffs, and Making Informed Decisions | Ep. 011
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino Villa and Maria Casillas explore the phrase: knowledge is power.
With inflation rising 26% since 2020, many households feel financial pressure — tighter...
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Contentment Through Gratitude: Breaking the Cycle of Unplanned Spending | Ep. 010
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino Villa and Maria Casillas explore the relationship between contentment, gratitude, and unplanned spending.
Responding to a listener question about how to...
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What Is God’s Will for My Life? Obedience, Prayer, and Trusting His Plan | Ep. 009
Many believers ask the same question at some point in their journey:“What is God’s will for my life?”
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Maria Casillas and Nino Villa explore the...
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Finding Peace Through Christ in Life’s Storms | Ep. 008
Life comes with storms — unexpected loss, hardship, uncertainty, and seasons that feel overwhelming. Following Christ does not remove those storms, but it does change how we walk through them.
In this episode of the...
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Community That Supports Growth: Discernment, Boundaries, and Healthy Support | Ep. 007
Community matters — but not every community helps us grow.
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino Villa and Maria Casillas explore why the right kind of community is essential for growth, and...
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Count the Cost: Biblical Planning, Realistic Habits, and Faithful Stewardship | Ep. 006
As a new year begins, many of us feel the pressure to change everything at once. But Scripture invites us to a slower, wiser path.
In this episode of the Christ Centered Stewardship podcast, Nino Villa and Maria...
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