Eternal Perspective: Rewiring How Faith-Driven Investors Think About Reward, Heaven, and Stewardship

Host Justin Forman sits down with author and theologian Randy Alcorn — founder of Eternal Perspective Ministries and author of 65 books including Treasure Principle, Heaven, and Law of Rewards — for a conversation that challenges some of the most deeply held misconceptions in Christian life and investing culture. From the Protestant Reformation's unintended legacy on how we think about reward, to a vision of the new earth that reframes the very purpose of stewardship, this episode is essential listening for anyone who wants their financial decisions anchored in eternity.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The Protestant Reformation's unintended impact on how Christians misunderstand reward — and why Scripture actually celebrates God-given incentives for faithful stewardship
• Why happiness and holiness are not in conflict, and how getting this wrong has distorted how faith-driven investors relate to wealth, generosity, and purpose
• Heaven and the new earth re-examined: What resurrection bodies, physical work, and eternal creativity reveal about stewarding resources now
• The Ebenezer Scrooge model of generosity: How true conversion produces radical, joyful giving — not reluctant obligation
• Randy Alcorn's "eternal perspective" framework — the common thread through 65 books — and how it applies to every investment and stewardship decision

Notable Quotes:

"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose." — Randy Alcorn (quoting Jim Elliot)

"God has not simply called us to holiness. God has called us also to happiness and there is no conflict whatsoever between them." — Randy Alcorn

"It is more blessed to give than to receive — the word translated 'blessed' is the Greek word Makarios, which means happy-making. It is more happy-making to give than to receive." — Randy Alcorn

About Randy Alcorn: Randy Alcorn is the founder of Eternal Perspective Ministries (EPM) and the bestselling author of 65 books, including Treasure Principle (over 1 million copies sold), Heaven, and Law of Rewards. A former pastor turned full-time writer and speaker, Randy's life work centers on one unifying theme: eternal perspective. He gives away all royalties from his books to support missions and ministry, living out the very principles he writes about.

Host Richard Cunningham is joined by co-host John Coleman and market experts Matt Monson (Public Equities, Sovereign's Capital) and Brian McClard (CIO, Blue Trust) for the March 2026 edition of Marks on the Markets. With Operation Epic reshaping global energy dynamics, AI rewriting the rules of markets and labor, and private equity at a critical inflection point, this panel of seasoned investors offers grounded, faith-driven perspective on navigating one of the most complex macro environments in recent memory.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The geopolitical and market implications of Operation Epic in Iran — and what it means for global oil supply and the Strait of Hormuz
• Why 75% of S&P 500 gains over the past three years came from just 41 AI-linked stocks — and why that era may be ending
• Small cap vs. large cap: the longest large-cap outperformance streak in 100 years, and why the rotation may finally be here
• AI and the labor market: separating fear-driven headlines from real economic data
• Private markets outlook — where to be bullish, where to exercise caution, and the private credit warning signs

Notable Quotes:

"If you were to take $600 billion in capex spending in 2026 amongst four companies… that's $300 billion worth of brand new depreciation that will flow through income statements for those four companies combined that needs to be offset with brand new AI profit." — Matt Monson

"Godliness with contentment is great gain… it's so easy to get wrapped around the axle with what we have or don't have and how we're progressing at building our own people." — Brian McClard

"What would it look like to answer the question before you get asked the question? You say, here I am, send me — and then you wait and see where he's gonna send you." — Matt Monson

About the Guests:

Matt Monson leads Public Equities Investing at Sovereign's Capital, bringing deep analytical rigor to faith-aligned portfolio construction across small, mid, and large cap markets.

Brian McClard is Chief Investment Officer at Blue Trust, a wealth management firm built on biblical principles, advising high-net-worth individuals and families on stewarding capital with eternal perspective.

John Coleman is co-host of the FDI Podcast, a principal writer on human flourishing at HBR, and author of the newly released Good Money — a framework for integrating money, investing, giving, and spending around a flourishing life.

The Future of Faith-Based Financial Advice: Rob West on Kingdom Advisors, Biblical Stewardship, and the $22 Trillion Opportunity

Host John Coleman sits down with Rob West, CEO of Kingdom Advisors and host of the nationally syndicated Faith-Fi radio program, to explore how biblically-wise financial advice has moved from the fringes to the forefront of Wall Street—and what that means for the trillions of dollars in Christian hands today.

From a founding cohort of 16 advisors to a network of 4,000, Kingdom Advisors is building an entire industry where faith and finance fully integrate. Rob shares the trends, data, and vision that make this one of the most exciting moments in the history of Christian investing.

Key Topics:

• How Kingdom Advisors grew from 16 CFPs to 4,000 advisors and the Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) designation
• Why faith-based investing demand jumped from 20% to 50% of CKA searches in a single year—and what that signals for the market
• The $22 trillion gap: Christians hold $22T in public markets but only ~$170B is in faith-based investments
• AI, robo-advice, and the irreplaceable role of the values-based financial advisor
• How collaborative giving funds and strategic generosity are the next frontier for Kingdom capital
• The great wealth transfer and preparing the next generation of stewards
• Why 11 Christian universities are now training the next wave of Kingdom Advisors

Notable Quotes:

"There's 22 trillion in the hands of Christians in the public markets today. And we've got, best case, 170 billion in faith-based investments in public market offerings. So the need and the opportunity is massive." – Rob West

"When you go into a values conversation, AI can't replicate that." – Rob West

"When we see money as a tool to advance God's kingdom—yes to enjoy, yes to provide—but to give generously, to invest strategically… we're just gonna help God's people experience kingdom impact in a way perhaps they never have considered." – Rob West