Our convictions are derived from our Christian faith, which is inextricably linked to an understanding of what it means to love God and love our neighbor—the two greatest commandments that God lays out for us. As we collectively and individually go through this discernment process, we must have an abundance of grace with each other, even as we sharpen one another’s thinking.

God didn’t call us to comfort—He didn’t invite us to take the easy way out. There’s a reason the path is narrow. As Faith Driven Investors, it’s imperative that we work to get the entire picture of what our money is funding. Yes, we need to know if our investment dollars are buying up “sin” stocks. And yet, that is only getting at part of the picture of what it means to effectively steward capital. If we stop there, we miss an opportunity to be involved in human flourishing and a bold witness to all those around us who don't yet share our faith but are interested in what makes us different. This investing lens is more about cultural engagement rather than cultural avoidance and withdrawal. 

We are called to lean in—with truth shared in love—and celebrate the great things that God is doing in and through the marketplace. Faith Driven Investors seek out, embrace, and pour ourselves into the creation of new things. We find businesses and organizations that are rooting out sin in the world, directly or indirectly. We think about restoration, in anticipation of a ‘new heaven and a new earth’ coming to be. We do the work to find businesses that are actually standing for things.

Psalm 27:4 — One thing I ask from the LORD, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple.

Matthew 5:8 — Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

Colossians 3:17 — And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Psalm 16:8 — I keep my eyes always on the LORD. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

Matthew 6:21 — For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

John 15:5 — I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.

Proverbs 3:5-6 — Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.