S4 Bonus Ep1 – Talking Faith, Finance and Philanthropy with Simon Glazier

S4 Bonus Ep1 – Talking Faith, Finance and Philanthropy with Simon Glazier

Author: Simon Glazier and Bex Elder July 19, 2023 Duration: 28:47

In this bonus episode, Bex interviews Simon about his own faith and finance journey, including the values and principles that have underpinned the creation and development of his business, Stewardship Wealth.

Some key points covered in this episode include the following:

  • Simon describes an incident that triggered his appreciation of the power of generosity [01:38] and goes on to talk about various other factors that shaped his thinking about why we might want to cultivate the habit of giving some of our money away. [03:18]
  • Prioritising giving money away and exploring what it means to give sacrificially were two themes that came to the fore for Simon when moving on from being a student to the world of paid employment. [06:00]
  • Simon outlines the steps and experiences that led him to conclude that God was prompting him to start up his own business. [11:43]
  • Simon identifies three key values [16:34] and six big goals [18:28] that he feels have been the hallmark of his business and have distinguished it from other financial planning companies.
  • In response to a question from Bex, Simon provides some headline advice for anyone interested in following in his footsteps by setting up a generosity-inspired business venture of their own. [22:52]
  • In his concluding remarks, Simon encourages each of us to make a priority of identifying the unique skills and abilities that God has given us and also the individual passions that He has put within our hearts. That will then provide a great platform for us to serve God’s purposes in an individually fulfilling and distinctive manner. [25:02]
  • Next up will be a second bonus episode, explaining the intricacies of the HMRC Tax Return, which will then be followed by Season 5, on the theme of Giving, which will commence in early September. [27:25]

Suggestions or feedback arising from this episode can be sent via email to whereyourtreasureis@freerangepodcasting.co.uk while messages via Instagram should be directed to @whereyourtreasureispodcast.

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Money, faith, and the practical realities of modern life often feel like separate worlds. 'Where Your Treasure Is...': The Podcast where Faith and Finance Meet bridges that gap, creating a space for thoughtful conversation about stewardship in a complex financial landscape. Hosted by Simon Glazier and Bex Elder, this podcast isn't about simplistic answers or prosperity gospel; it's a grounded exploration of how timeless biblical wisdom interacts with the nuts and bolts of financial planning, debt, investing, and generosity within the UK system. Each episode tackles a specific issue-from pensions and mortgages to ethical spending and the meaning of wealth-filtering it through a lens of Christian thought. You'll hear practical advice intertwined with reflective discussion, asking what it truly means to be responsible with our possessions. The goal is to equip listeners with both spiritual perspective and tangible understanding, fostering confidence and clarity in money matters. This is a resource for anyone seeking to align their financial life with their deeper values, navigating the tension between cultural pressures and faithful living. Join Simon and Bex for honest, accessible dialogues that make finance feel less intimidating and faith more applicable to your daily decisions.
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'Where Your Treasure Is...': The Podcast where Faith and Finance Meet
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