145 – Going for the Gold: Can Insights from the Olympics Inspire our Financial Stewardship?

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In the spirit of the Olympics, we’re exploring how the dedication and discipline of the Olympic athletes can inspire our financial stewardship. Just as athletes train rigorously for their moment on the world stage, we must prepare diligently for our financial goals. 

We’ll draw parallels between their pursuit of gold and our journey towards wise and faithful money choices, highlighting how our focus and perseverance can lead to eternal rewards.

You’ll walk away with three actionable insights from the Olympics that will help boost your financial journey!

In this episode, John discusses: 

• Discipline in financial management

• The impact of personal values on financial decision-making

• The necessity of resilience in financial planning

• Seeking guidance and community support in financial planning 

Key Takeaways:

• Olympians have rigorous daily training routines that prepare them for Olympic success. Similarly, to achieve long-term financial success, we should have consistent and disciplined financial practices​.

• When our financial decisions reflect eternal values and not just immediate gains, they emphasize actions that honor God and align with our greater purpose​.

• Just as athletes persevere through setbacks and challenges, we must remain resilient and focused on our financial goals despite market fluctuations, unexpected expenses, and personal challenges​​.

• Coaches and more surround Olympic athletes, and you can surround yourself with wise financial counsel, supportive community members, and mentors to maintain accountability and receive guidance in financial stewardship​. 

“Olympic athletes train rigorously to achieve their goals. In the same way, we must prepare and discipline ourselves in our financial practices.”  

Resources Mentioned:

• British diving star gives ‘glory to God’ after winning Olympic bronze: https://premierchristian.news/en/news/article/british-diving-star-gives-glory-to-god-after-winning-olympic-bronze#

• Olive wreath (Wikipedia article): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olive_wreath

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