Financial stress has become epidemic, but it doesn’t have to define your life. In this episode, Emily Stroud practices what she preaches by inviting listeners into her home and into the heart behind the Faithful Finance podcast.
Every financial journey has a story. In this opening episode, Emily shares hers: how more than 25 years in financial services, countless conversations over coffee, and one life-altering medical crisis shaped her conviction that crisis is the worst time to start financial planning.
Through the story of her husband’s sudden heart attack, Emily explains why financial planning isn’t theoretical; it’s deeply personal. Because foundational protections were already in place, she was able to focus on her family instead of financial panic.
That moment clarified her mission: to help people move from fear and confusion around money to peace, clarity, and confidence before life falls apart.
This episode sets the tone for the entire season and invites listeners into a practical, shame-free approach to money rooted in wisdom, stewardship, and faith.
What You’ll Learn:
➡️ Why financial stress feels overwhelming for so many people.
➡️ Why crisis is the worst time to start financial planning.
➡️ The foundational protections every family needs.
➡️ How to move from fear to confidence around money.
➡️ Why your financial past doesn’t define your future.
➡️ How to begin finding trustworthy financial counsel.
Resources:
Visit faithfulfinance.com for free tools and practical guides to help you take your next step: https://faithfulfinance.com/resources
Buy Emily's Book:
Purchase Faithful Finance by Emily Stroud on her website: https://faithfulfinance.com/resources/
Support the Show:
✅ Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode
✍️ Leave a review and share your biggest takeaway
📲 Share this episode with someone who could use peace around their finances
Connect With Emily:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmilyGStroud/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilygstroud/
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@emilygstroud
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@faithfulfinancepodcast
Connect With Allison:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amgengelbach/
Credits:
A Faithful Finance production.
Executive Producer: Emily Stroud
Produced by Greatlight Creative: https://www.greatlightcreative.com
Emily G. Stroud, MBA, CFA is a Registered Representative
Securities 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 on FINRA’s BrokerCheck: BrokerCheck.FINRA.org www.FINRA.org | www.SIPC.org | Form CRS
Every financial journey has a story. In this opening episode, Emily shares hers: how more than 25 years in financial services, countless conversations over coffee, and one life-altering medical crisis shaped her conviction that crisis is the worst time to start financial planning.
Through the story of her husband’s sudden heart attack, Emily explains why financial planning isn’t theoretical; it’s deeply personal. Because foundational protections were already in place, she was able to focus on her family instead of financial panic.
That moment clarified her mission: to help people move from fear and confusion around money to peace, clarity, and confidence before life falls apart.
This episode sets the tone for the entire season and invites listeners into a practical, shame-free approach to money rooted in wisdom, stewardship, and faith.
What You’ll Learn:
➡️ Why financial stress feels overwhelming for so many people.
➡️ Why crisis is the worst time to start financial planning.
➡️ The foundational protections every family needs.
➡️ How to move from fear to confidence around money.
➡️ Why your financial past doesn’t define your future.
➡️ How to begin finding trustworthy financial counsel.
Resources:
Visit faithfulfinance.com for free tools and practical guides to help you take your next step: https://faithfulfinance.com/resources
Buy Emily's Book:
Purchase Faithful Finance by Emily Stroud on her website: https://faithfulfinance.com/resources/
Support the Show:
✅ Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode
✍️ Leave a review and share your biggest takeaway
📲 Share this episode with someone who could use peace around their finances
Connect With Emily:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmilyGStroud/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilygstroud/
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@emilygstroud
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@faithfulfinancepodcast
Connect With Allison:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amgengelbach/
Credits:
A Faithful Finance production.
Executive Producer: Emily Stroud
Produced by Greatlight Creative: https://www.greatlightcreative.com
Emily G. Stroud, MBA, CFA is a Registered Representative
Securities 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 on FINRA’s BrokerCheck: BrokerCheck.FINRA.org www.FINRA.org | www.SIPC.org | Form CRS