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This is a new, 8 week Bible Study that our church is doing. I will be facilitating a small group on Sunday mornings.

Economic Fear and Personal Responsibility

15 Oct

As I listen to the news I am struck by the lack of personal responsibility among everyone involved in this financial crisis. From the politicians who advocated the wrong positions years ago that encouraged the bad behavior of the banks … Read More »

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We Need More Space…and the money to pay for it!

18 Feb

I am going to begin this by saying that I don’t have the answer. I want to be clear right up front that I am as perplexed about this as the next person. But… I do have some things on … Read More »

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Wrapping It Up

28 Oct

As we wrap up this study on Managine Money God’s Way, I want to review the main points of the study. I hope that you have been working on utilizing these principles of money management in your daily life. God … Read More »

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Keeping up with the Joneses

27 Oct

I have a confession to make. I used to make a lot less money. I used to dream of the day that I would make more money so I could save more. It always seemed as though I was living … Read More »

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Teach Your Children

26 Oct

One of my all-time favorite bands is Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. I like the harmonies, the simple melodies and thought provoking lyrics. When I listen to them, it just puts me in a relaxed mood. It takes me back … Read More »

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Deny Yourself

25 Oct

I want a garage full of power tools. I know that given the right tools, I could build anything. I could also use a new computer. The laptop I use is years old and on it’s last leg. I would … Read More »

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Teach Your Children What You Have Learned

24 Oct

The life-long benefits of teaching children good money habits make it well worth the effort. Children who are not taught these lessons pay the consequences for a life-time. Here are a few guidelines to consider: Guide and advise rather then … Read More »

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Top 10 Financial Stresses in Family Life

21 Oct

Top 10 Financial Stresses in Family Life (Percentage of families experiencing stress) Money for food, clothing and energy 45% Purchase of a car, or other major item 43% Taking out a loan 31% Children’s education 29% Problems with family income … Read More »

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What Money Means to You

20 Oct

Rate each of the following statements: 1 = Strongly disagree 2 = Disagree 3 = Undecided 4 = Agree 5 = Strongly agree 1. It is important to me to maintain a lifestyle similar to or better than that of … Read More »

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Another Story of Saving

19 Oct

Mrs. Sarah Joslyn wanted a memorial for her late husband, so she started saving money to build a museum. The wealthy widow scrimped, wearing old hats and darned gloves. It was reported that her chauffeur was embarrassed to be seen … Read More »

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