In this episode of Faith & Retirement, hosts Tom Levine and Certified Financial Planner Jay Peroni unpack how today’s news and timeless biblical principles shape smart investing.

In this episode, Jay Peroni, CFP discusses why gold remains a strategic hedge despite flashy science headlines turning lead into gold for a split second. Jay shares how Faith Investor Services blends gold with a balanced portfolio to weather any market “season,” while cautioning against headline-driven investing. He also dives into the ripple effects of Fed interest rate cuts on retirees, and how tax-savvy planning can stop the slow leak of unnecessary taxes from your wealth.

Jay also explores how global events impact even U.S.-based retirements and how to get advice that is rooted in biblical stewardship. Jay highlights the difference between slick dinner seminars and genuine financial clarity. He shares his personal calling to guide Christian families toward wise, biblically aligned stewardship. The show closes with a reflection on James 4 and the importance of holding financial plans humbly, always seeking God’s will first.

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