https://www.accessmore.com/pd/Joyful-Wealth-Management-with-Dr-Russell-Jamesen-us2025Nox Solutions RSS Builder v2.0hourly2info@noxsolutions.com (NoxSolutions)Talk RadioAccessMoreAccessMoreemfapple@accessmore.comnohttps://img.accessmore.com/images/231/JoyfulWealthManagementRusselJamesPodcastArt-CoverArt3000x3000.jpgJoyful Wealth Management with Dr. Russell James and Dr. Eddie Thompsonhttps://www.accessmore.com/pd/Joyful-Wealth-Management-with-Dr-Russell-JamesJoyful Wealth Management with Dr. Russell James and Dr. Eddie ThompsonWhat if there was a path to financial freedom that also fueled your generosity, deepened your spiritual walk, and brought genuine, lasting joy?

Guided by two Christian financial experts: Dr. Russell James (J.D., Ph.D., CFP® professor in the School of Financial Planning at Texas Tech University where he directs the graduate program in Charitable Financial Planning (planned giving), and Dr. Eddie Thompson (CEO of Thompson & Associates, and a Fellow in Charitable Estate Planning (FCEP) awarded by the Institute), this podcast is more than financial advice; it's a spiritual exploration of wealth management through a biblical lens. Each episode will walk you through the concepts found in Dr. James' impactful study guide titled, "Joyful Wealth Management". 

Join us as we discover how to be content in our finances, how to best steward and enjoy our wealth, and how we should live the life of a ready, joyful, abundance sharer!

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>What if there was a path to financial freedom that also fueled your generosity, deepened your spiritual walk, and brought genuine, lasting joy?

Guided by two Christian financial experts: Dr. Russell James (J.D., Ph.D., CFP®...]]>What if there was a path to financial freedom that also fueled your generosity, deepened your spiritual walk, and brought genuine, lasting joy?

Guided by two Christian financial experts: Dr. Russell James (J.D., Ph.D., CFP® professor in the School of Financial Planning at Texas Tech University where he directs the graduate program in Charitable Financial Planning (planned giving), and Dr. Eddie Thompson (CEO of Thompson & Associates, and a Fellow in Charitable Estate Planning (FCEP) awarded by the Institute), this podcast is more than financial advice; it's a spiritual exploration of wealth management through a biblical lens. Each episode will walk you through the concepts found in Dr. James' impactful study guide titled, "Joyful Wealth Management". 

Join us as we discover how to be content in our finances, how to best steward and enjoy our wealth, and how we should live the life of a ready, joyful, abundance sharer!

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>serialTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/The-End-Which-Life-Story-Will-You-Choosehttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/The-End-Which-Life-Story-Will-You-ChooseThe End: Which Life Story Will You Choose?The End: Which Life Story Will You Choose?114fullReflect on life choices regarding wealth management, comparing bingeing, burying, toiling, and joyful enjoyment. Consider the legacy and satisfaction of managing wealth joyfully and generously, choosing a life of impactful abundance over fearful hoarding. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Reflect on life choices regarding wealth management, comparing bingeing, burying, toiling, and joyful enjoyment. Consider the legacy and satisfaction of managing wealth joyfully and generously, choosing a life of impactful abundance over fearful hoarding. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com6347889e-f896-4356-8171-b5238b63f7c3Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:00:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonReflect on life choices regarding wealth management, comparing bingeing, burying, toiling, and joyful enjoyment. Consider the legacy and satisfaction of managing wealth joyfully and generously, choosing a life of impactful abundance over fearful hoarding. Reflect on life choices regarding wealth management, comparing bingeing, burying, toiling, and joyful enjoyment. Consider the legacy and satisfaction of managing wealth joyfully and generously, choosing a life of impactful abundance over...00:18:55Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Aggressively-Grab-the-Best-Life-Experiencehttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Aggressively-Grab-the-Best-Life-ExperienceAggressively Grab the Best Life Experience!Aggressively Grab the Best Life Experience!113fullEncourage bold, decisive action in managing wealth for maximum life satisfaction. Reject fear-based wealth management, and instead, embrace the proactive pursuit of real, abundant living through generosity and good works. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Encourage bold, decisive action in managing wealth for maximum life satisfaction. Reject fear-based wealth management, and instead, embrace the proactive pursuit of real, abundant living through generosity and good works. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.comc788967c-85d3-47ae-977b-5068c7cf9978Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:59:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonEncourage bold, decisive action in managing wealth for maximum life satisfaction. Reject fear-based wealth management, and instead, embrace the proactive pursuit of real, abundant living through generosity and good works. Encourage bold, decisive action in managing wealth for maximum life satisfaction. Reject fear-based wealth management, and instead, embrace the proactive pursuit of real, abundant living through generosity and good works. 00:20:53Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Plan-for-the-Future-by-Making-an-Investment-with-Real-Permanencehttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Plan-for-the-Future-by-Making-an-Investment-with-Real-PermanencePlan for the Future by Making an Investment with Real Permanence!Plan for the Future by Making an Investment with Real Permanence!112fullConsider how joyful wealth management creates enduring legacies and lasting enjoyment. Think about practical and spiritual ways to diversify personal investments into meaningful good works and community strengthening. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Consider how joyful wealth management creates enduring legacies and lasting enjoyment. Think about practical and spiritual ways to diversify personal investments into meaningful good works and community strengthening. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com631187b3-d050-4b65-8520-31fd874a0067Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:57:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonConsider how joyful wealth management creates enduring legacies and lasting enjoyment. Think about practical and spiritual ways to diversify personal investments into meaningful good works and community strengthening. Consider how joyful wealth management creates enduring legacies and lasting enjoyment. Think about practical and spiritual ways to diversify personal investments into meaningful good works and community strengthening. 00:22:16Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Strengthen-Your-Fellowship-Communityhttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Strengthen-Your-Fellowship-CommunityStrengthen Your Fellowship Community!Strengthen Your Fellowship Community!111fullExplore how generosity strengthens bonds within fellowship communities. Distinguish between private giving to alleviate poverty and public sharing within supportive communities, recognizing the lasting relational rewards of the latter. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Explore how generosity strengthens bonds within fellowship communities. Distinguish between private giving to alleviate poverty and public sharing within supportive communities, recognizing the lasting relational rewards of the latter. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.comb4fbc94d-6da8-4560-99ec-4649d9557eebFri, 29 Aug 2025 00:55:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonExplore how generosity strengthens bonds within fellowship communities. Distinguish between private giving to alleviate poverty and public sharing within supportive communities, recognizing the lasting relational rewards of the latter. Explore how generosity strengthens bonds within fellowship communities. Distinguish between private giving to alleviate poverty and public sharing within supportive communities, recognizing the lasting relational rewards of the latter....00:23:30Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Accomplish-Something-with-Ithttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Accomplish-Something-with-ItLive the Life of a Ready, Joyful, Abundance Sharer!Live the Life of a Ready, Joyful, Abundance Sharer!110fullUnderstand the joy and freedom that come from sharing abundance. Dive into the difference between sharing income and wealth, emphasizing wealth-sharing as a transformative practice. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Understand the joy and freedom that come from sharing abundance. Dive into the difference between sharing income and wealth, emphasizing wealth-sharing as a transformative practice. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com4f0f7f5e-528f-456b-bcd2-6482a8d60082Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:50:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonUnderstand the joy and freedom that come from sharing abundance. Dive into the difference between sharing income and wealth, emphasizing wealth-sharing as a transformative practice. Understand the joy and freedom that come from sharing abundance. Dive into the difference between sharing income and wealth, emphasizing wealth-sharing as a transformative practice. 00:23:12Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/People-Like-Us-Do-Things-Like-Thishttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/People-Like-Us-Do-Things-Like-ThisBuild Your Personal Collection of Beautiful Works!Build Your Personal Collection of Beautiful Works!19fullReflect on the significance of visibly beautiful acts of generosity that reflect inner goodness and values. Learn why sharing wealth publicly can inspire others and build a lasting legacy of good works. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Reflect on the significance of visibly beautiful acts of generosity that reflect inner goodness and values. Learn why sharing wealth publicly can inspire others and build a lasting legacy of good works. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com05507fed-1b8f-4884-b1cb-edce65ffee3dFri, 29 Aug 2025 00:45:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonReflect on the significance of visibly beautiful acts of generosity that reflect inner goodness and values. Learn why sharing wealth publicly can inspire others and build a lasting legacy of good works. Reflect on the significance of visibly beautiful acts of generosity that reflect inner goodness and values. Learn why sharing wealth publicly can inspire others and build a lasting legacy of good works. 00:22:03Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Dont-Give-Until-It-Hurtshttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Dont-Give-Until-It-HurtsPeople Like Us Do Good Things Like This!People Like Us Do Good Things Like This!18fullConsider the importance of modeling generosity and the powerful influence of role models who share their gifts joyfully, irrespective of wealth. Differentiate between mere giving and using wealth to accomplish meaningful, fulfilling objectives. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Consider the importance of modeling generosity and the powerful influence of role models who share their gifts joyfully, irrespective of wealth. Differentiate between mere giving and using wealth to accomplish meaningful, fulfilling objectives. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.comad92a9e7-b383-42ce-a8fa-668a381c59b4Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:40:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonConsider the importance of modeling generosity and the powerful influence of role models who share their gifts joyfully, irrespective of wealth. Differentiate between mere giving and using wealth to accomplish meaningful, fulfilling objectives. Consider the importance of modeling generosity and the powerful influence of role models who share their gifts joyfully, irrespective of wealth. Differentiate between mere giving and using wealth to accomplish meaningful, fulfilling objectives....00:23:22Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Move-from-Wealth-to-Abundancehttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Move-from-Wealth-to-AbundanceDon’t Give Until It Hurts!Don’t Give Until It Hurts!17fullChallenge the misconception that giving must be painful. Discover that Biblically-approved giving is joyful, cheerful, and fulfilling. Reflect on personal giving experiences that brought happiness and abundance. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Challenge the misconception that giving must be painful. Discover that Biblically-approved giving is joyful, cheerful, and fulfilling. Reflect on personal giving experiences that brought happiness and abundance. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.comb26194ac-4187-41c7-b8cd-aea382a75128Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:35:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonChallenge the misconception that giving must be painful. Discover that Biblically-approved giving is joyful, cheerful, and fulfilling. Reflect on personal giving experiences that brought happiness and abundance. Challenge the misconception that giving must be painful. Discover that Biblically-approved giving is joyful, cheerful, and fulfilling. Reflect on personal giving experiences that brought happiness and abundance. 00:22:48Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Wealth-Enjoyment-Thats-the-Pointhttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Wealth-Enjoyment-Thats-the-PointWealth Enjoyment: That’s the Point!Wealth Enjoyment: That’s the Point!16fullUnpack the biblical idea that wealth is provided by God specifically for enjoyment and how that enjoyment is accomplished through generosity and good works. Understand how wealth can lead to profound satisfaction when it is shared joyfully rather than hoarded or spent excessively. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Unpack the biblical idea that wealth is provided by God specifically for enjoyment and how that enjoyment is accomplished through generosity and good works. Understand how wealth can lead to profound satisfaction when it is shared joyfully rather than hoarded or spent excessively. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com00a4b90f-e399-42fd-846b-8c43834d74a7Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:30:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonUnpack the biblical idea that wealth is provided by God specifically for enjoyment and how that enjoyment is accomplished through generosity and good works. Understand how wealth can lead to profound satisfaction when it is shared joyfully rather than hoarded or spent excessively. Unpack the biblical idea that wealth is provided by God specifically for enjoyment and how that enjoyment is accomplished through generosity and good works. Understand how wealth can lead to profound satisfaction when it is shared joyfully...00:20:06Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Whats-the-Wrong-Wealth-Management-Goalhttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Whats-the-Wrong-Wealth-Management-GoalWhat’s the Wrong Wealth Management Goal?What’s the Wrong Wealth Management Goal?15fullIdentify the dangers of pursuing wealth purely for wealth’s sake. Consider why the relentless desire to "get rich" can lead to anxiety, dissatisfaction, and ruin, and explore an alternative approach: managing wealth for meaningful enjoyment and lasting good works. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Identify the dangers of pursuing wealth purely for wealth’s sake. Consider why the relentless desire to "get rich" can lead to anxiety, dissatisfaction, and ruin, and explore an alternative approach: managing wealth for meaningful enjoyment and lasting good works. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com4b0d9fc5-e6ed-4d33-8274-ac2a472fa7d6Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:25:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonIdentify the dangers of pursuing wealth purely for wealth’s sake. Consider why the relentless desire to "get rich" can lead to anxiety, dissatisfaction, and ruin, and explore an alternative approach: managing wealth for meaningful enjoyment and lasting good works. Identify the dangers of pursuing wealth purely for wealth’s sake. Consider why the relentless desire to "get rich" can lead to anxiety, dissatisfaction, and ruin, and explore an alternative approach: managing wealth for meaningful...00:22:13Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/What-about-Leaving-a-Big-Inheritancehttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/What-about-Leaving-a-Big-InheritanceWhat about Leaving a Big Inheritance?What about Leaving a Big Inheritance?14fullAnalyze Biblical perspectives on inheritance, recognizing its potential pitfalls and responsibilities. Examine why large inheritances can sometimes cause family conflict, reckless behavior, or diminished life satisfaction. Consider the deeper meaning and legacy beyond financial wealth. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Analyze Biblical perspectives on inheritance, recognizing its potential pitfalls and responsibilities. Examine why large inheritances can sometimes cause family conflict, reckless behavior, or diminished life satisfaction. Consider the deeper meaning and legacy beyond financial wealth. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.comc43f4009-d75d-486d-9f61-3d4826b6eb32Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:20:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonAnalyze Biblical perspectives on inheritance, recognizing its potential pitfalls and responsibilities. Examine why large inheritances can sometimes cause family conflict, reckless behavior, or diminished life satisfaction. Consider the deeper meaning and legacy beyond financial wealth. Analyze Biblical perspectives on inheritance, recognizing its potential pitfalls and responsibilities. Examine why large inheritances can sometimes cause family conflict, reckless behavior, or diminished life satisfaction. Consider the...00:28:35Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/How-Much-Do-We-Need-for-Contentmenthttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/How-Much-Do-We-Need-for-ContentmentHow Much Do We Need for Contentment?How Much Do We Need for Contentment?13fullDelve into what truly satisfies our lives, contrasting simple living with extravagant consumption. Explore the psychological phenomenon of the hedonic treadmill, why accumulating more possessions can lead to discontentment, and how real contentment often requires less than expected. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Delve into what truly satisfies our lives, contrasting simple living with extravagant consumption. Explore the psychological phenomenon of the hedonic treadmill, why accumulating more possessions can lead to discontentment, and how real contentment often requires less than expected. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com011abb4e-7c88-4f64-81bb-81c064f7d112Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:15:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonDelve into what truly satisfies our lives, contrasting simple living with extravagant consumption. Explore the psychological phenomenon of the hedonic treadmill, why accumulating more possessions can lead to discontentment, and how real contentment often requires less than expected. Delve into what truly satisfies our lives, contrasting simple living with extravagant consumption. Explore the psychological phenomenon of the hedonic treadmill, why accumulating more possessions can lead to discontentment, and how real...00:23:05Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Whats-Next-for-Our-Wealthhttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/Whats-Next-for-Our-WealthWhat’s Next for Our Wealth?What’s Next for Our Wealth?12fullConsider the temporary nature of wealth, examining how anxiety around holding wealth can overshadow life enjoyment. Learn why hoarding wealth creates stress, while holding it lightly and using it purposefully can lead to lasting peace and joy. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Consider the temporary nature of wealth, examining how anxiety around holding wealth can overshadow life enjoyment. Learn why hoarding wealth creates stress, while holding it lightly and using it purposefully can lead to lasting peace and joy. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com9cfac774-fa18-4a44-a037-f3cb6b42cab5Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:05:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonConsider the temporary nature of wealth, examining how anxiety around holding wealth can overshadow life enjoyment. Learn why hoarding wealth creates stress, while holding it lightly and using it purposefully can lead to lasting peace and joy. Consider the temporary nature of wealth, examining how anxiety around holding wealth can overshadow life enjoyment. Learn why hoarding wealth creates stress, while holding it lightly and using it purposefully can lead to lasting peace and...00:19:49Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,WealthTalk Radio0nohttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/What-Is-Financial-Contentmenthttps://www.accessmore.com/episode/What-Is-Financial-ContentmentWhat Is Financial Contentment?What Is Financial Contentment?11fullExplore the meaning of financial contentment and its role in creating a rich life. Discover how wealth alone doesn't guarantee satisfaction and how godliness combined with contentment offers true gain. Reflect on personal experiences and societal misconceptions about wealth and happiness. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>Explore the meaning of financial contentment and its role in creating a rich life. Discover how wealth alone doesn't guarantee satisfaction and how godliness combined with contentment offers true gain. Reflect on personal experiences and societal misconceptions about wealth and happiness. 

Be sure to download Joyful Wealth Management: A Bible Study Discussion Guide and explore more resources from Dr. Russell James here.

]]>info@accessmore.com10e65c80-0ea1-4304-bc00-70554ce4f891Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 PDTDr. Russell James & Dr. Eddie ThompsonExplore the meaning of financial contentment and its role in creating a rich life. Discover how wealth alone doesn't guarantee satisfaction and how godliness combined with contentment offers true gain. Reflect on personal experiences and societal misconceptions about wealth and happiness. Explore the meaning of financial contentment and its role in creating a rich life. Discover how wealth alone doesn't guarantee satisfaction and how godliness combined with contentment offers true gain. Reflect on personal experiences...00:20:49Estate Planning,Financial Planning,Investing,Management,Wealth