The Pastor's Financial Guilt Trip: Why You Need the 5-10-15 Rule

23/09/2025 18 min

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Episode Synopsis

Ever preached about stewardship then came home worried about your own financial reality? You're not alone. The #1 thing keeping pastors from financial security isn't lack of money—it's guilt.In this episode, I address the toxic theology that makes pastors feel guilty about pursuing financial wisdom, and introduce the 5-10-15 Rule—a simple framework designed specifically for pastoral finances.THE 5-10-15 RULE:5 months of essential expenses in emergency savings10x income in life insurance (minimum $150k-$250k per adult)15% of total compensation saved for retirementRESOURCES MENTIONED:📖 Pre-order "Shepherding Your Finances" (35% off): https://shepherdswallet.com/book👥 Join Sacred Capital Community (FREE): https://shepherdswallet.com/join💬 Free Coaching Consultation: https://shepherdswallet.com/coaching🎤 Speaking Inquiries: https://shepherdswallet.com/speaking

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