Launch Your Real Life

Bobby Henderson
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This podcast is for young Christians who want to go from total financial dependence to complete independence from parents and family. Anyone who wants to own their own finances so that they can meet their goals and impact the Kingdom.

  1. 4h ago

    If I Can't Control My Spending Now...

    On paper, Marcus should be saving money every single month. He has a clear goal: saving up for an engagement ring to propose to his girlfriend. But every month, unexpected expenses pop up, eating away his margin and leaving him empty-handed. Beyond the budget frustration lies a deeper fear: "I'm afraid that if I can't control my spending now, I won't be able to when I'm married either" In this example community financial audit on the Launch Your Real Life podcast, we walk through Marcus’ entire financial picture. We plug his numbers into the FinStory app, identify where his phantom margin is disappearing, and map out a practical system to help him save for the ring with confidence, peace of mind, and biblical intentionality. In this episode, we cover: The "Phantom Margin" Trap: Why a budget that works on a spreadsheet often breaks down in real life, and how irregular expenses sabotage your goals. The Weight of Financial Leadership: Reframing the fear of future failure into an opportunity to build stewardship habits before marriage. Forecasting with FinStory: A live look at Marcus' numbers inside the FinStory app to build a realistic timeline for buying an engagement ring. Practical Steps to Build Real Margin: How to stop reactive spending, prioritize sinking funds, and build financial rhythms that stick. Want Your Finances Reviewed Anonymously on the Show? Get an honest, compassionate, second pair of eyes on your money—completely free and 100% anonymous: Step 1 (Organize Your Numbers): Head to https://outline.newstoryfinancial.com to input your income/expenses and click "Download PDF". Step 2 (Submit Your Story): Go to https://tally.so/r/Z957aB, upload your PDF, and share your goals and questions. Episode Links & Tools Mentioned: Forecast Your Finances (FinStory App): https://finstory.app Grab Coffee / Connect with Us: https://calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 About the Podcast: The Launch Your Real Life podcast prepares young Christians to understand and practice biblical stewardship of their money and career. We teach that money management is a practical skill—covering everything from career development and budgeting to wise investing, debt management, and generous giving. Our goal is to help you steward God's resources intentionally so you can confidently carry out your calling. Through practical financial advice, biblical encouragement, and real-world tools, we want to help you build a strong foundation for your future. Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: https://finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: https://outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: https://www.newstoryfinancial.com

  2. Oct 29

    Get Your Finances Reviewed on the Podcast (100% Anonymous)

    Have you ever wanted an honest, second pair of eyes to look over your income, expenses, and goals without fear of being judged or shamed? In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life podcast, we are launching a brand-new opportunity: Anonymous Community Financial Reviews. You can now submit your financial breakdown and personal goals directly to us, and we will walk through them on upcoming episodes—giving you practical, compassionate, biblically grounded feedback while keeping your identity completely protected. How to Submit Your Finances (2 Simple Steps): Organize Your Numbers: Visit https://outline.newstoryfinancial.com to input your income and expenses, then click "Download PDF" to save your clean financial snapshot. Submit Your Story: Head to https://tally.so/r/Z957aB to upload your PDF, answer a few quick questions about your season of life and goals, and send it directly to our desk. (Your submission will remain 100% anonymous on the show, but you can leave your email if you'd like direct personal follow-up). Connect With Us: Grab Coffee / Connect: https://calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 About the Podcast: The Launch Your Real Life podcast prepares young Christians to understand and practice biblical stewardship of their money and career. We teach that money management is a practical skill—covering everything from career development and budgeting to wise investing, debt management, and generous giving. Our goal is to help you steward God's resources intentionally so you can confidently carry out your calling. Through practical financial advice, biblical encouragement, and real-world tools, we want to help you build a strong foundation for your future. Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: https://finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: https://outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: https://www.newstoryfinancial.com

  3. Oct 15

    Becoming a Good Steward: Building Habits that Build You

    Most people try to fix their finances from the outside in—focusing only on outcomes like saving an emergency fund or cutting spending. But real, lasting transformation happens from the inside out. In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we explore the intersection of biblical stewardship and behavioral science. Drawing insights from James Clear’s bestselling book Atomic Habits and Romans 12:2, we look at why who you believe you are drives how you manage money, and how small daily actions cast a vote for the person God is calling you to become. In this episode, we cover: Outcomes vs. Identity: Why focusing purely on goals fails and how shifting your identity creates permanent behavioral change. Casting Votes for Who You Are: How everyday micro-decisions—like opening your bank app or setting up an auto-transfer—shape your financial identity. The Implementation Plan Framework: The simple, science-backed method shown to increase habit follow-through from 35% to 91%. Renewing Your Mind (Romans 12:2): How to stop identifying as someone who is "bad with money" and step into your identity as a redeemed, capable steward of God's resources. Resources Mentioned: Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear Episode Links: Grab Coffee / Connect with Us: calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 About the Podcast: The Launch Your Real Life podcast prepares young Christians to understand and practice biblical stewardship of their money and career. We teach that money management is a practical skill—covering everything from career development and budgeting to wise investing, debt management, and generous giving. Our goal is to help you steward God's resources intentionally so you can confidently carry out your calling. Through practical financial advice, biblical encouragement, and real-world tools, we want to help you build a strong foundation for your future. Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

  4. Oct 1

    Car Buying: Faith & Financial Wisdom

    When transitioning into financial independence, the values we grew up with get tested. How do we balance practical financial wisdom with a biblical, eternal perspective when making big purchases? In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we walk through a real-world example: buying a car. We explore how to make intentional, wise choices without falling into debt traps or spiritual comparison. In this episode, we cover: Worldly Gurus vs. Biblical Principles: How to filter conflicting advice on spending, luxury, and necessity. The Danger of Comparison: Why standing before God is about individual heart orientation, not keeping score with others. The 20/3/8 Rule for Car Buying: Practical guardrails to prevent being upside down on auto loans or rolling over negative equity. Cultivating Contentment: How driving your car long-term, maintaining it, and practicing thanksgiving guards your heart against constant lifestyle creep. About the Podcast: The Launch Your Real Life podcast prepares young Christians to understand and practice biblical stewardship of their money and career. We teach that money management is a practical skill—covering everything from career development and budgeting to wise investing, debt management, and generous giving. Our goal is to help you steward God's resources intentionally so you can confidently carry out your calling. Through practical financial advice, biblical encouragement, and real-world tools, we want to help you build a strong foundation for your future. Episode Links: Grab Coffee / Connect with Us: calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

  5. Sep 17

    Live & Give Like No One Else - Today

    How should we, as Christians, actually view our money? When we read stories in Scripture like the widow’s two copper coins or the rich young ruler, it’s easy to ask, "How much do I need to give to be obedient?" But what if that’s the wrong question entirely? In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we explore the heart behind biblical giving, the tension between comfort and radical surrender, and why practical money management is ultimately about being prepared for whatever God calls us to do. In this episode, we cover: The Heart of the Widow: Why Jesus highlighted the widow's offering and what it teaches us about trust versus security. Reframing Stewardship: Moving from "How much do I have to give?" to "How much do I need to keep?" Faithful Readiness: How mastering the skill of financial stewardship keeps God's resources at the ready for His Kingdom. About the Podcast: The Launch Your Real Life podcast prepares young Christians to understand and practice biblical stewardship of their money and career. We teach that money management is a practical skill—covering everything from career development and budgeting to wise investing, debt management, and generous giving. Our goal is to help you steward God's resources intentionally so you can confidently carry out your calling. Through practical financial advice, biblical encouragement, and real-world tools, we want to help you build a strong foundation for your future. Episode Links: Grab Coffee / Connect with Us: calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

  6. Sep 10

    The Key to Job Hunting - People

    If you're in the trenches of job hunting right now, you know how exhausting it can be. Sending out dozens of resumes online often feels like throwing them into a void, and classic advice from older generations doesn't always translate to today's market. In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we talk about what actually works when you're trying to land a job or step onto your career ladder. We discuss the real power of networking, building authentic relationships, and why "rubbing shoulders" with people is still an effective way to open doors. In this episode, we cover: The Power of Organic Connections: Real-life stories of how simple conversations, hard work, and curiosity led to major job opportunities. Networking with Integrity: How to reach out to people genuinely without coming across as transactional or desperate. Encouragement for the Slog: A candid perspective and prayer for anyone currently facing a long or scary job search. Episode Links: Grab Coffee / Connect with Us: calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

  7. Sep 3

    What's Your Retirement Number (and should Christians care?)

    How much do you actually need to retire, and how do you get there? While retirement isn't about stepping away from serving God, having a financial safety net gives us the freedom to fulfill our calling without becoming a burden to others—or missing out on powerful opportunities to give. In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we break down why planning for the future is a biblical practice of wisdom and stewardship. Plus, we walk step-by-step through a powerful, free calculator to help you figure out your personal retirement number. In this episode, we cover: What If You Can't Work Forever? Why planning for retirement isn't about avoiding work, but preparing for life's unforeseen physical or situational shifts. Kingdom Stewardship & Generosity: How building wealth allows us to leave a legacy, bless our families, and generously support the Church. Tool Walkthrough: A practical, real-time look at how to use the Know Your Number Calculator to map out your financial trajectory. Featured Tool: The Money Guy’s Know Your Number Calculator: moneyguy.com/tool/know-your-number/ Episode Links: Grab Coffee / Connect with Us: calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

  8. Aug 27

    When You Struggle

    What kind of stories do you tell yourself when times get tough? Is being stuck in financial struggle an unavoidable identity, or just a temporary circumstance? In this episode of the Launch Your Real Life Podcast, we dive into a candid, raw post from a Reddit user experiencing job loss, crushing debt, and deep frustration despite holding multiple degrees. We address the hard realities of modern employment, corporate loyalty, and the hidden traps of the "college-at-all-costs" mindset. In this episode, we cover: Identity vs. Circumstance: Why shifting the way we talk about our financial situation changes how we move forward. The Degree Dilemma: How to approach college and student loans with wisdom, a clear plan, and realistic income expectations. Corporate Loyalty & Career Ownership: Why working hard is acts of worship, but taking ownership of your career path is essential. Restoring Praise in Hard Times: Practical mindset and spiritual shifts to help you move past despair, find gratitude, and take the next step forward. Episode Links: Grab Coffee / Connect with Us: calendar.app.google/FpD323samwjiP9GG7 Original Reddit Post: https://www.reddit.com/r/Christian/comments/10m96u4/why_does_god_make_me_struggle_so_much/ Standard Links & Resources: Forecast Your Financial Future: finstory.app Organize Your Expenses: outline.newstoryfinancial.com Start Your New Story: www.newstoryfinancial.com

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This podcast is for young Christians who want to go from total financial dependence to complete independence from parents and family. Anyone who wants to own their own finances so that they can meet their goals and impact the Kingdom.

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  • Creator
    Bobby Henderson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bobby Henderson
  • Show Website
    Launch Your Real Life