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Finish Line Podcast Episode 134

Brian Holtz, CEO of Compass, on Prioritizing the Five Purposes of Money

You want to steward God’s resources faithfully. But questions about generosity, calling, and impact are rarely simple.

In this conversation, you’ll hear from someone who has walked through these kinds of questions and learned along the way. Listen for the next step God may be inviting you to take.


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Meet your guide

Brian Holtz, CEO of Compass, spent his early years without clear intentionality for his finances. But when the recession hit in 2008, Brian found himself in a moment of crisis that forced him to depend fully on God. That season led him to dive into Scripture in search of financial wisdom. What he found not only transformed his family’s financial life but set him on a course to help others do the same.

Now, as the leader of Compass—an international ministry focused on equipping people to handle money God’s way—Brian helps thousands of individuals and families embrace biblical financial principles. Through small group studies, resources, and one-on-one discipleship, Compass empowers givers to live in financial freedom and generosity, rooted in God’s truth.

Brian brings a wealth of practical insight for listeners at every stage of their giving journey. From inviting God to write your budget to teaching your kids about money, Brian’s message is deeply rooted in Scripture and rich with wisdom.

What you’ll gain

  • Brian’s journey to financial faithfulness
  • Asking God to write your budget
  • Solutions in Scripture for every aspect of life
  • God’s five priorities for money
  • What it really means to give your first fruits
  • Growing in your reliance on God through generosity
  • Financial discipleship
  • Planning for retirement
  • Advice for enjoying God’s abundant blessings
  • Helping couples get on the same page financially
  • Sharing biblical financial principles with your kids

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Quotes to Remember

  • “If this is really something I believe, this is not something I can just do on the weekends.”
  • “I wonder how God would write my budget.”
  • “We forced our spending to match our values.”
  • “God never asks for the leftovers.”
  • “Even if generosity can’t be the top item on our list today, that should be the long term goal.”
  • “How can I grow in my reliance on God and push my generosity to a point that I have to trust Him?”
  • “To accomplish what God has called me to do, how much do I need to keep?”
  • “What is God’s purpose in this financial decision?”

Links from the Show

Bible References from the Show

Psalm 24:1 | The Earth Is the Lord’s  

The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein,  

1 Chronicles 29:28a NIV | David Enjoyed Long Life and Wealth  

He died at a good old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth and honor.  

2 Kings 13:14-19 | Joash and Elisha  

Psalm 139:23 | Search Me  

Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts!

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