What good is building wealth or health if you don’t protect it? In this practical and faith-rooted episode, John and Wendy walk through five essential steps to guard what God has entrusted to you—financially, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Whether you're navigating debt, facing health challenges, or just need to be more intentional with your habits, this episode equips you with biblical wisdom and actionable strategies to help you steward your life well.

1. Build a Financial Defense Plan
   

2. • Emergency savings, insurance, and legal docs matter more than you think.
     

   • Life insurance is not just for older people—it’s a tool of stewardship.
     

3. Guard Against Debt & Financial Temptations
   

4. • Don’t let lifestyle inflation derail your long-term goals.
     

   • Wants vs. needs: Be intentional and watch for comparison traps.
     

5. Protect Your Physical Health
   

6. • Steward your body as God’s temple.
     

   • Simple habits like movement, nutrition, and check-ups add up.
     

7. Guard Your Mental & Emotional Health
   

8. • Stress can destroy more than your peace—it affects your body.
     

   • Philippians 4:7 reminds us to guard our hearts and minds in Christ.
     

9. Seek Wise Counsel
   

10. • Don’t go it alone. Seek guidance from spiritual mentors, financial advisors, and health professionals.
      

    • Proverbs 15:22 — “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.”
      

“If I had known how long I was going to live, I would have taken better care of myself.” — Reflecting on the importance of long-term health stewardship

“Don't take advice from people who aren't where you want to be.” — John on the value of wise, aligned mentorship

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