One of the first phrases a child learns to say is, “I want…” And the leap from “I want Thomas the Tank Engine” to “I want a Tesla” isn’t very far at all. So strong is our desire — for a relationship, a nicer car, a trip to the beach — that I once heard […]
A weekly roundup of some of the more interesting and helpful personal finance articles I’ve read recently. Personal finance and magical thinking (The Simple Dollar). Optimism about your financial future can be a good thing. Being delusional or uninformed? Not so good. The best place on earth (The Joy Model). Don’t let money get in […]
In four recent articles, we looked at what the Bible teaches about our biblical financial identity, purpose, earning, and planning, what the Bible teaches about generosity, what the Bible teaches about saving and investing, and what the Bible teaches about debt and spending. This week, we’re taking a closer look at what the Bible teaches […]
In three recent articles, we looked at what the Bible teaches about our biblical financial identity, purpose, earning, and planning, what the Bible teaches about generosity, and what the Bible teaches about saving and investing. This week, we’re taking a closer look at what the Bible teaches about debt and spending. Be cautious in your […]
In two recent articles, we looked at what the Bible teaches about generosity, and what the Bible teaches about our biblical financial identity, purpose, earning, and planning. This week, we’re taking a closer look at what the Bible says about saving and investing. Biblical saving – avoiding two forms of foolishness It’s noteworthy that the […]
Last week, we looked at what the Bible teaches about our biblical financial identity, purpose, earning, and planning. This week, we’re taking a closer look at what the Bible says about generosity. Designed for generosity There are two Truths that sum up a biblical perspective on generosity: We were made in God’s image and God […]
In a recent post, I described the process of financial life-change as circular, not linear, and I emphasized the importance of knowing what the Bible teaches about money. However, I only quoted a handful of verses. This is the first of several posts taking a deeper look at some of the verses that most clearly […]
A weekly roundup of some of the more interesting and helpful personal finance articles I’ve read recently. Millions of Americans regret not saving for retirement earlier (Yahoo Finance). Learn from older Americans and avoid their number one financial regret. One smart thing you can do for your retirement today (Wise Bread). Need an action step […]
A weekly roundup of some of the more interesting and helpful personal finance articles I’ve read recently. Four ways to avoid raising spoiled monsters (Reuters). How a little tough love can pay dividends. Does your kid need an IRA? (Wise Bread). The author of this one seems somewhat suspect, but the advice is solid. What […]
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9 During what would be my father’s final year of life, I wrote him a letter. His health was declining rapidly, and he was […]
