Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain when it comes to your finances? In this introductory episode of the Faithful Finance podcast, financial advisor Emily Stroud shares why so many families struggle with fear around money and how faith-centered financial planning can bring clarity, peace, and confidence.With more than 25 years of experience as a financial advisor, Emily walks alongside families navigating real-life financial concerns such as protecting loved ones if something unexpected happens, planning for children’s education, preparing for disability or loss of income, and supporting aging parents. As a wife and mom herself, Emily understands that financial decisions are never just about numbers. They are about people, purpose, and peace of mind.This episode introduces the heart behind the Faithful Finance podcast and the principles Emily shares in her best-selling book, Faithful Finance. Together with her dear friend Alison Ginglebach, Emily invites listeners into honest, practical, and faith-filled conversations about stewarding money wisely while trusting God fully.If you are looking for Christian financial guidance, biblical money principles, or a more peaceful approach to personal finance, this podcast is for you.What You Will Learn in This Episode:Why financial anxiety is so common for families todayThe most common money fears that keep people awake at nightHow faith and financial planning can work togetherWhy you do not have to live in fear when it comes to moneyWhat to expect from future episodes of the Faithful Finance podcastWho This Podcast Is For:Christians seeking faith-based financial guidanceParents planning for their family’s futureIndividuals worried about income protection, insurance, or disabilityFamilies caring for aging parentsAnyone who wants peace, clarity, and confidence with moneyResources:Faithful Finance book by Emily StroudSubscribe and Connect:Subscribe to the Faithful Finance podcast for weekly conversations on Christian money management, biblical stewardship, and practical financial planning. Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement and remember that you do not have to navigate money alone.Follow Emily Stroud:On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilygstroud/On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmilyGStroudOn Threads: https://www.threads.com/@emilygstroudOn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@faithfulfinancepodcast© COPYRIGHT 2025 | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Emily G. Stroud, LLCEmily G. Stroud, MBA, CFA is a Registered RepresentativeSecurities offered through Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA/SIPC to residents of: TX, UT, WV, NY, OK, PA, SC, TN, AR, AZ, GA, ID, IL, KY, MT, and NC. Investment Advisor Representative Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Cambridge and Stroud Financial Management, Inc. are not affiliated. Cambridge and Emily G. Stroud, LLC are also not affiliated.Check the background of this financial professional onFINRA’s BrokerCheck: BrokerCheck.FINRA.orgwww.FINRA.org | www.SIPC.org | Form CRS