SCRIPTURES AND WALL STREET – PAINFULLY HAPPY IN RETIREMENT

n this heartfelt episode of Scriptures & Wall Street, Carlos Cortez Jr. opens up about a powerful spiritual awakening that reshaped his mindset, his marriage, and the way he approaches retirement planning. Through transparency and biblical truth, Carlos explains how God often humbles us—not to punish, but to protect, strengthen, and redirect us. As he shares the Greek meaning behind tapeinóō (“to bring low, to humble”), he reveals why some of the most painful seasons in life carry the greatest blessings. Carlos applies this same principle to finances and retirement, showing listeners that true peace and joy don’t come from markets, rate cuts, Bitcoin, or portfolio performance—they come from a renewed mind anchored in Christ. With market volatility rising and 2026 approaching, Carlos walks through both the spiritual armor believers need and the practical financial “seatbelts” required to weather economic storms. This episode blends deep vulnerability, biblical wisdom, and clear retirement guidance for anyone seeking stability in faith and finances. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • Why God uses pain, humility, and “bubble-popping moments” to strengthen you • What tapeinóō really means—and how it applies to your spiritual and financial life • Why your mind is the battlefield and the helmet of salvation is your greatest defense • The danger of becoming numb to your spouse, kids, blessings, and routine • How discipline creates joy — spiritually, physically, and financially • Why contentment is a secret weapon for building wealth and guarding your heart • How complacency, ego, and social media kill gratitude and fuel anxiety • Why money reveals character — and why God multiplies what we steward with thanksgiving • How volatility, death crosses, and market sell-offs signal deeper financial risk • The importance of having “seatbelts” in retirement during the coming market downturn • Why Bitcoin, crypto, and red-money assets require extreme caution • How Green Money strategies can protect your principal heading into 2026 • Why Thanksgiving is the perfect moment to reset your heart and renew your mind Scripture of the Day “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances… I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound.” — Philippians 4:11–12 FREE tax calculator http://corteztaxbill.com GALLUP -The CliftonStrengths® 34 Report https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/403127/cliftonstrengths-34-report.aspx ———————————————————————————————————— Schedule a consultation today! https://cortezwm.com Learn More About America First Retirement https://americafirstretirementplan.com/ Get your own private insurance account! https://privateinsuredaccount.com/ ———————————————————————————————————— Follow us on Rumble! https://rumble.com/c/c-5319252 Follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/scrptrandwallst Video References ———————————————————————————————————— Everything Bubble to Finally Burst? Watch These 2 Signs Confirming Huge Crash Has Begun – Harry Dent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZNV9dB9QRw Banking Sector Collapse Coming, Why It Could Happen in March – George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i2M_1p7v4 WEF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqzepGBatWo Bank Failures https://www.americanbanker.com/list/dramatic-collapses-made-2023-the-biggest-year-ever-for-bank-failures ———————————————————————————————————— Support the show! SCRIPTURES AND WALL STREET - WALLSTREET DOESN’T CARE ABOUT YOUR YOUR HEALTH - WITH JAY CAMPBELL https://rumble.com/v71mjik-scriptures-and-wall-street-wallstreet-doesnt-care-about-your-your-health-wi.html http://biolongevitylabs.com PROMO CODE - CORTEZWM https://jaycampbell.com FIX THE BLOOD http://fixthebloodusa.com Lose weight and more with Plant Base Peptides http://getmeleanusa.com Silver and Gold https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com Fluoride Free Alkaline water : Www.AmericaFirstWater.com The views and expressions used in Scriptures and Wallstreet are for educational & entertainment purposes only. All though Carlos Cortez Jr. is a registered financial adviser this is not financial advice. Any information taken from the scriptures and Wallstreet is strictly for educational and entertainment. If you would like to pursue a personalized financial plan please contact Cortez Wealth Management and schedule an appointment by going to cortezwm.com.