In this episode, we turn our focus toward the home and explore how to raise children who understand and steward money God’s way. While many parents prepare their children for careers, far less time is spent equipping them to manage the money they will earn. This conversation challenges that gap and calls parents into intentional financial discipleship.

At the center is a simple but powerful framework from our founder, Howard Dayton:

• MVP parenting—Modeling
• Verbal Communication
• Practical Opportunities.

Children learn most from what they see. The way we handle money, talk about it, and trust God becomes the pattern they follow.

We also share practical ways to train children at every stage—using tools like, The Treasure of Handling Money God's Way, Right From the Start, or The Compass Curriculum, teaching the value of work, allowing real-life learning moments, and helping them understand generosity, saving, and the dangers of debt. These are more than financial lessons—they are character-shaping opportunities.

Passing down faith and wisdom doesn’t happen by accident. It requires consistency, intentionality, and trust in God.

If you’re ready to lead your family in this area, visit CompassFinancialMinistry.org for practical tools and resources to help you build a lasting legacy of biblical stewardship.

In this episode, we take a step back from budgets, investing, and financial strategy to focus on the one investment that never fails — your relationship with Christ. After walking through Biblical principles of saving, giving, and investing, this conversation reminds us that financial faithfulness is not just about managing money well, but about living as true disciples of Jesus.

Scripture teaches that we can gain the whole world and still miss what matters most. Real security is not found in wealth, markets, or possessions, but in the saving work of Christ and the eternal life He offers. This episode brings clarity, encouragement, and truth for anyone who wants their financial life to reflect their faith, their calling, and their purpose.

At Compass Financial Ministry, our mission is to guide you with wisdom, care, and Biblical truth so you can grow as a faithful steward in every area of life — spiritually and financially.

If you want to learn what God says about money, possessions, and eternal priorities, visit CompassFinancialMinistry.org for free tools, studies, and resources to help you walk the path of financial discipleship with confidence.

In this episode of the Your Money Counts series, we continue exploring Biblical principles of giving, saving, and investing—with a clear reminder that saving and investing are only healthy when they are balanced by generosity. Jesus’ parable of the rich fool in Luke 12 warns against storing up treasures for ourselves while neglecting to be rich toward God.

We outline 3 acceptable goals for investing:

1. Providing for your family
2. Becoming financially free to serve the Lord
3. Operating a business without debt

Listeners are encouraged to establish a financial “finish line” to guard against hoarding and keep their hearts aligned with Christ.

The episode also addresses:

• The danger of desiring to be rich
• The “split and submit” principle for overcoming the love of money
• Wisdom regarding inheritance and wills
• Why gambling conflicts with Biblical stewardship.

Throughout, Scripture contrasts culture’s message of “spend and accumulate” with God’s call to faithful, purposeful stewardship.

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In this episode of the podcast Trevor focuses on Biblical principles of saving and investing. He emphasizes the importance of saving consistently to avoid financial crises and highlights the Biblical example of Joseph, who saved during years of plenty to prepare for famine.

Investing is discussed with a focus on steady plotting, which involves spending less than one earns and investing the difference over time. The concept of compounding is explained, highlighting its significance in growing investments.

This episode concludes by stressing the importance of preparation, budgeting, and strategic evaluation in financial decision-making, aligning these practices with Biblical teachings.

Learn more about what God says about money and gain access to free financial tools to aid you on your financial discipleship journey at CompassFinancialMinistry.org.

Join Pastor Trevor in this episode as he explores the Biblical purpose of work and how it fits into financial discipleship. Through real-life stories and Scripture, it highlights God’s design for work, the need for balance and rest, and the importance of serving with integrity. It also covers the roles of employers and employees, using Daniel as a model of faithful work.

Finally, the session addresses retirement from a Biblical perspective—emphasizing lifelong productivity—and ends by reminding listeners that work is a divine calling reflecting God’s image.

Learn more about what God says about money and gain access to free financial tools to aid you on your financial discipleship journey at CompassFinancialMinistry.org.

In this episode, Pastor Trevor explores the principles of financial discipleship with a focus on the Biblical perspective of giving. He emphasizes the importance of giving with the right attitude, motivated by love, as exemplified by Jesus Christ.

The discussion highlights the benefits of giving, which include increased intimacy with Christ, character development, eternal investments, and material blessings. This podcast also addresses practical aspects of giving, such as determining the amount to give, the importance of systematic and premeditated giving, and the significance of supporting family, the local church, and the poor.

Pastor Trevor concludes by encouraging listeners to engage in prayerful consideration of their giving practices, aligning them with Biblical teachings to experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from generous giving.

Learn more about what God says about money and gain access to free financial tools to aid you on your financial discipleship journey at CompassFinancialMinistry.org

In this episode, Pastor Trevor focuses on the importance of honesty in financial discipleship, emphasizing the application of Biblical principles. The discussion highlights the challenges of maintaining honesty in a society where dishonesty is prevalent, citing statistics like employee theft reaching $1 billion weekly.

The session outlines five reasons God demands honesty: it reflects love for God, love for neighbors, credibility for evangelism, confirms God's direction, and even small dishonest acts are devastating.

This episode advises restoring fellowship with God and others, making restitution, and avoiding bribes. It concludes with blessings for honesty, such as intimacy with God and prosperity, and curses for dishonesty, like alienation from God and poverty. The session encourages individuals to commit to honesty, impacting their communities positively.

Learn more about what God says about money and gain access to free financial tools to aid you on your financial discipleship journey at CompassFinancialMinistry.org

On this episode, Pastor Trevor Naidoo focuses on the importance of seeking counsel in financial stewardship, emphasizing Biblical teachings. He discusses the wisdom of King Solomon, highlighting Proverbs' advice on listening to counsel.

The episode outlines three primary sources of Godly counsel: scripture, Godly people, and prayer. It stresses the significance of consulting one's spouse, parents, and a community of advisors for balanced decision-making.

The podcast warns against seeking advice from ungodly sources and emphasizes the dangers of pride and self-sufficiency in financial matters. Listeners are encouraged to cultivate relationships with Godly advisors to navigate financial decisions effectively.

Learn more about what God says about money and gain access to free financial tools to aid you on your financial discipleship journey at CompassFinancialMinistry.org