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Should Christians Want to Be Rich?
Few passages have shaped the Christian understanding of wealth more than these words of Christ, and rightly so. Our Lord does not merely warn us about the dangers of wealth. He declares that Mammon is a rival master and that no man can render ultimate allegiance to both.

Josiah Stowe
Aug 526 min read


Ordered Fruitfulness
First Things First A man does not become fruitful by accident. Pay down the debt. Save for emergencies. Give generously. Buy life insurance. Invest early. Start a business. Support missionaries. Fund Christian education. Save for your children. Save for retirement. Buy land. Build an inheritance. Get your estate documents in order. Teach your children about work. Stop wasting money. Stop being anxious about money. Be content. Be productive. Be generous. Be prudent. Be faithfu

Josiah Stowe
Jun 2932 min read


From Acre to Algorithm: When Hard Work Stopped Feeding the Family
Introduction: When Basic Provision Was Basic to Provide Material abundance has not translated into economic ease. While modern households enjoy access to goods and technologies that would have once been the envy of kings (refrigeration, gas powered vehicles, artificial light, advanced medical care, streaming services, etc.) the path to securing our daily bread and durable shelter has grown more convoluted, not less . Even families with stable incomes and advanced degrees oft

Josiah Stowe
Nov 17, 202517 min read


Crunchy Mom Monasticism: Tradition or Retreat?
I. Introduction: The New Crunchy Cloister A jar of sourdough starter bubbles on the counter. Linen sheets sway on the line beside rows of...

Josiah Stowe
Sep 1, 20257 min read


Case Study: Michael
Michael is a fake name, and some specific details have been changed for privacy, but this article is based on an actual client of ours,...

Josiah Stowe
Aug 14, 20257 min read


The Tithe: A Reformed Baptist Reconstructionist Understanding
Introduction In most churches today, tithing is taught as a flat 10% of either gross or net income to the local church, no questions...

Josiah Stowe
Aug 5, 202516 min read


Dominion Through Business
Part 1: The Theology A. Introduction: Redeeming Work through Enterprise There is nothing neutral about starting a business. Every...

Josiah Stowe
Jul 28, 202535 min read


Raising Stewards: Teaching Financial Wisdom at Every Age
Introduction: Why Teaching Your Kids About Money Matters In a world shaped by debt normalization, short-term gratification, and...

Josiah Stowe
Jul 9, 20258 min read


Whole Life, Hollow Legacy
The Illusion of Financial Sovereignty In seasons of economic instability, certain financial narratives gain traction. One of the most...

Josiah Stowe
Jun 25, 202513 min read


Six Life Insurance Myths That Are Costing Christians Their Legacy
Life insurance is rarely discussed in Christian circles with any depth. Many assume it is either unnecessary, overly complex, or...

Josiah Stowe
Jun 10, 20257 min read


A Biblical Theology of Work
You may be asking yourself, "Why is a finance company writing an article on work?". Well, wealth is the result of work, the fruits of our...

Josiah Stowe
Jun 5, 202513 min read


The Ramsey Article
You've asked for it. Here it is. Introduction Dave Ramsey is one of the most influential voices in modern evangelical finance. Through...

Josiah Stowe
May 26, 202514 min read


Dominion through Property
Real estate often appears mysterious to first-time investors. Its complexity can intimidate even those with an otherwise confident grasp...

Josiah Stowe
May 7, 20258 min read


Press On, All You Saints
“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we shall reap, if we do not lose heart.” —Galatians 6:9 It’s easy to feel the...

Josiah Stowe
May 2, 20254 min read


Tariffs, Trade, and the Test of Sovereignty: A Reformed Economic Analysis
On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump declared a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA),...

Josiah Stowe
Apr 4, 20258 min read


Render Unto Caesar: Taxes and Biblical Law
Introduction Taxation is a perennial topic of debate among Christians, particularly those who hold to a Reformed worldview. While some...

Josiah Stowe
Feb 20, 20254 min read


A Biblical Theology of Wealth
Wealth often carries cultural baggage, evoking both admiration and suspicion. In a world where material success is equated with virtue by...

Josiah Stowe
Jan 17, 20255 min read


Reform (not end) The Fed
The Federal Reserve stands as one of the most powerful institutions in the modern economic landscape. Originally conceived in 1913 to...

Josiah Stowe
Jan 14, 20255 min read


Household Economics: How Families Take Dominion
In an age of corporate empires and sprawling government bureaucracies, it is easy to overlook the household's foundational role in God’s...

Josiah Stowe
Dec 6, 20245 min read


Thanksgiving: Family, Feasting, and Fiscal Responsibility
Introduction Thanksgiving is a uniquely American tradition, but its heart—a call to gratitude—transcends borders and centuries. For Reformed Christians, thanksgiving should not just be an annual holiday, but our way of life rooted in our understanding of God’s sovereignty and grace. As Paul exhorts in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” This Thanksgiving, let us reflect on how gratitude shapes our st
Justin Johnson
Nov 26, 20244 min read
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