Can Your Investments Actually Change Lives? | Conversation with Tim Macready

Can your investments do more than simply generate financial returns? In this episode we welcome Tim Macready of Brightlight to explore how Christians can align their investments with their faith and make a meaningful difference in the world. Tim shares real-world examples of impact investing, from helping vulnerable families stay together to combating human trafficking, and explains how thoughtful investment decisions can promote human flourishing while pursuing financial returns. Faith-driven investing isn't just about avoiding harmful industries. It's also about using your investments to support causes that align with your biblical values and God's purposes. You can find show notes and resources for this episode at: www.secondhalfstewardship.com/episodes/ep-109-tim-macready Download our free Guide to Biblical Giving at https://secondhalfstewardship.com/sub..., and we’ll unpack what the bible says about tithing, giving to the poor, or giving away everything you own for the sake of the Kingdom. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Tim Macready and Faith-Driven Investing 02:56 – How Christian Investing Differs from Traditional Investing 08:44 – Aligning Investment Decisions with Biblical Values 15:38 – Navigating the Gray Areas of Christian Investing 19:42 – How Shareholder Advocacy Can Influence Companies 25:26 – Real-World Examples of Impact Investing 29:21 – Balancing Financial Returns with Meaningful Impact 33:43 – Who Should Consider Faith-Driven Impact Investing? 36:42 – The Growing Opportunities and Challenges of Impact Investing 43:13 – The Future of Faith-Driven Investing and Its Spiritual Impact Advisory services offered through Retirement Planning Services, LLC. https://seriousretirement.com/ The information in this recording is intended for general educational and informational purposes only, and should not be construed as investment advisory, financial planning, legal, tax, or other professional advice based on your specific situation. Please consult with your professional advisor(s) before taking any action based on its contents. #ChristianInvesting #FaithBasedInvesting #ImpactInvesting #ChristianFinance #BiblicalStewardship #FinancialPlanning #Investing #RetirementPlanning #WealthManagement #Christianity