And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 Whenever I’m feeling uneasy about having enough money in the budget, or worried about making ends meet when unexpected bills pop up, I just remember that God never gives us more than we can handle, and […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse of the Day: Haste Leads to Poverty
The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty. A fortune made by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare. Proverbs 21:5-6 Another verse today about being diligent and hard working. When you work hard at something, and make plans for the future, it will […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse of the Day: Estimating the Cost
For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he may have enough to finish it; lest perhaps, after he has laid the foundation and is not able to finish, all those seeing begin to mock him, saying, This man began to build and was […]
7 Positive Ways To Use Your Economic Stimulus Rebate
Big money on the way So now that you’ve got your rebate on the way, you may find yourself with extra cash that you can use to buy that new TV, save for retirement, or use to pay down debt. If you’re not sure of when you’ll be getting your payment, check out our post […]
Economic Stimulus Rebate: When Will You Get Your Rebate?
If you’re anything like me you’re probably wondering when you’ll be receiving your economic stimulus rebate check or direct deposit. After checking it out today I found that the IRS has setup a payment schedule based on people’s social security number. My wife and I opted for the direct deposit, which means we will likely […]
The Budget Goes Out The Window!
I have a confession to make. Now that we’re finally out of debt (except the mortgage), my wife and I decided to celebrate and go out shopping. We both got the urge to just drop our budget and go spend crazy for just one day, so we each took one of the credit cards and […]
Family and Money: Do You Share Your Financial Situation With Family?
In reading a post today over at Prime Time Money, I began to think about this question; “Do you talk to your extended family about money? Is it a good thing to share your financial situation with others, and if you do, what complications does it bring up? My wife and I have been very […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Rewards
Misfortune pursues the sinner, but prosperity is the reward of the righteous. A good man leaves an inheritance for his children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous. Proverbs 13:21-22 The righteous man will have his reward, and will be prosperous. As a sinner your wealth is forfeit. You’re waging a […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: A Slack Hand
Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, but righteousness delivers from death. The Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, but he thwarts the craving of the wicked. A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich. He who gathers in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps […]
My Dumbest Purchase Ever
Over at Debt Kid he’s running a contest right now with a grand prize of his almost-new DS-Lite! What do you have to do to win? Just write a blog post about your dumbest purchase ever, and trackback to his blog. I thought I’d give it a shot. I recently wrote about my 5 biggest […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Strongholds
I will love You, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:1-2 The Lord is our stronghold, where we turn when times are good, and bad. He […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Possibilities
I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phillipians 4:12-13 […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Help
I lift my eyes up to the hills – where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and creator of earth. He will not let your foot slip. He who watches over you will not slumber; Indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Rewards
Put no trust in extortion; set no vain hopes on robbery; if riches increase, set not your heart on them.One thing God has spoken, two things have I heard:that you, O God, are strong,and that you, O Lord, are loving. Surely you will reward each person according to what he has done. Psalm 62:10 Where […]
