Mushrooms, parachutes, and faith-based investing
March 22, 2021
If this is March, then many of us are studying bracketology. Cheering on our alma maters or looking for this year’s Cinderella team. And along the way, we’re learning about…
Not So Fast! Timing is the Key for Your Third Stimulus Check
March 10, 2021
This past weekend, the Senate passed a $1.9 trillion economic relief package. The Democrat-controlled House of Representatives is expected to pass the bill later this week, and President Biden is…
Looking ahead to 2021: What We Expect
January 16, 2021
We are active global investors and have already positioned our portfolios for what we see emerging. With the results of the 2020 Congressional and Presidential elections finalized, we have…
Financial Stewardship: What God Expects from Christians
September 25, 2020
As we welcome fall and acclimate ourselves to the structure and routine of getting kids back “to” school--in whatever way that looks during today’s climate--we have been thinking about the…
Coronavirus and the Rise of Alcoholism
June 16, 2020
Coronavirus and the Rise of Alcoholism The consumption of alcohol has always been a controversial and polarizing issue within Christian circles. However, what is not debatable is that the overconsumption…
The Pandemic and Pornography
May 15, 2020
The Pandemic and Pornography In an effort to get me out of the house growing up, my dad would often proclaim “Son, an idle mind is the devil’s playground.” This…
The Gift
April 11, 2020
The Gift As an entrepreneurial leader and trusted advisor to many, I spend much of my typical work week scurrying from one appointment or meeting to the next. Few months…
TRUE WEALTH SPOTLIGHT: IMPORTANT MESSAGE
March 14, 2020
MARCH MADNESS The COVID-19 pandemic continues to produce anxiety, fear, and sickness. We understand how disconcerting the current situation and both the public and market responses have been. We continue…
Why We Don’t Invest in Most FAANG Stocks
July 18, 2019
What is FAANG? A question we often get from clients and prospects alike is, “Why don’t you own FAANG stocks in your LightPoint Portfolios?” For those of you who might…
Shining Light Spotlight: J.B. Hunt
May 16, 2019
This week’s Shining Light company is J.B. Hunt (Symbol: JBHT). Headquartered in Lowell, Arkansas, J.B. Hunt has served as one of the premier trucking and logistics companies for the better…
Christian Retirement – Planning Life After A Career
May 08, 2019
By Mike Sunderland Is Retirement Biblical? It is hard to find instructions concerning retirement in the Bible. One example where we do see it, though, says a great deal. We…
The Biggest Mistakes Investors Make (Part 2)
April 10, 2019
Understanding Risk vs Return The second biggest mistake we see investors make is NOT taking an appropriate amount of risk to sufficiently grow assets to meet long-term goals and weather…
The Problem With Following Your Passion
February 12, 2019
By Chad Hamilton, CFP For a lot of people - especially younger people - their single biggest asset is one they don't really think about: human capital or all of…
Investing Ingredients: Check Label Before Consuming
January 23, 2019
By Sean Weaver, Financial Advisor, WWK Wealth Advisors Picture this scene. It’s just before dinnertime and a husband and wife are standing in the kitchen going through the day’s mail…
Why We Don’t Get Around to Doing Important Things
January 08, 2019
By Chad Hamilton, CFP The beginning of a new year is a time when many of us want to turn over a new leaf by setting resolutions about positive changes…