“Where does all my money go?” “Why isn’t there any money left at the end of the month?” “I can’t pay all my bills every month.” If one of these phrases describes you, you probably have a problem with spending. Quite simply, your spending is out of control. People spend money for different reasons. If […]
How Saving for Tomorrow Improves the Quality of Life Today
One of the common criticisms of saving money is that some folks think that saving for tomorrow completely defeats the purpose of money. These are the ones with a live for today philosophy. The live for today philosophy claims, you could save your money for tomorrow and then have a heart attack and die. What […]
Changing How You Think About Money And Seeking God’s Direction With Your Finances
Mission trips have a way of changing people; changing the way people think or the way they see the world that they return home to. If you’ve been a part of a mission experience before, then you will probably find what I am about to say somewhat familiar. If you’re new to the idea of […]
5 Habits Of Millionaires That You Should Try And Emulate
I was reading an article today on Monster.com (no, I’m not looking for a new job) that was talking about things that millionaires do that set them apart from those who aren’t successful. It had some pretty keen insights that I thought were worth sharing. A lot of people like to think that most millionaires […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: More Blessed To Give
I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ Acts 20:35 Giving of ourselves, our time and our money is a great way to change the lives of others, and for us […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Fools Spend
The wise have wealth and luxury, but fools spend whatever they get. Proverbs 21:20 The verse is short and sweet – but gets right to the heart of the matter. Those who are wise with their money, plan ahead and save for a rainy day will have wealth and luxury. Those who are foolish spend […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Conduct Your Affairs With Justice
It is well with the man who deals generously and lends, who conducts his affairs with justice. Psalm 112:5 All of us will come upon times when it it would be easy to take advantage of others in our financial dealings. A friend who needs to borrow money to make rent, the family member who […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Deceitfulness of Riches
But the worries of the world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the desires for other things enter in and choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful. Mark 4:19
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Your Value
Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are more valuable than many sparrows. Luke 12:7
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Having Suffiency
And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that always having all sufficiency in everything; you may have an abundance for every good deed; 2 Corinthians 9:8
Personal Finance Bible Verse of the Day: My God Will Supply
And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 It can be difficult when times are hard to keep our chins up, and to remember just how much we have in Christ. This verse gives us a reminder of where our true riches are, and […]
Losing Money In Your 401k? 6 More Ways To Make Some Extra Money!
401k balance dropping? Create some new income! Right now the markets are struggling. There is no doubt about that. 401k balances are dropping, investment accounts are taking a hit, and there isn’t an end in sight. So what can you do instead of just wringing your hands and hoping for someone to bail YOU out? […]
During Hard Times: The Only Solid Reality Is The Word Of God
This morning, the week after the bailout package passed, the DOW dropped below 10,000 for the first time in quite a while. Sounds like the worst is yet to come, and the promise of the bailout package wasn’t enough to stabilize global markets, at least not right away. I’m not Catholic, but I had to […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse of the Day: Uncertain Times
Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. 1 Timothy 6:17 During these uncertain times that we’re facing with our economy, it’s important […]
