The Pastor’s Guide to Investing & Income

Helping ministry leaders build confidence in the market, one article at a time.

The Danger of Overtrading (and How to Trade Less, Earn More)

Michael Shafer

Published on: 2025/09/16

Overtrading drains your account and energy. Learn why it happens, the true costs, and practical rules to trade less, earn more, and build consistency.

Risk & Discipline

Entry and Exit: How I Pick My Price Levels

Michael Shafer

Published on: 2025/08/25

Learn how to set smart entry and exit levels using support, resistance, and VWAP. Discover how to control risk and capture profit with discipline.

Risk & Discipline

The Real Reason Most Traders Quit (And How to Stay in the Game)

Michael Shafer

Published on: 2025/07/29

Most traders give up not because of bad markets, but because of hidden frustrations and impatience. Get honest insight into the emotional challenges that drive people out of trading, plus the practical routines and mindset shifts that will help you push through, stay in the game, and finally see progress.

Risk & Discipline

The Simple Routine That Keeps Me from Overtrading

Michael Shafer

Published on: 2025/07/21

Overtrading is the silent account killer for most investors. Learn the exact weekly routine, checklist, and self-discipline strategies I use to avoid costly overtrading and build consistent, stress-free results, without sacrificing growth.

Risk & Discipline