With a busy ministry to manage, it is easy to forget how important finances are in keeping the church active and growing. Financial professionals will tell you that the future of the organization relies on the ability of its leaders to make savvy money decisions.
It is always best to be proactive rather than reactive. Consider these 10 business tactics that will help keep the church treasury secure. Continue reading
With the piles of financial advice out there—some good, some downright ridiculous—it can be easy to wander off track and let the important things go by the wayside. Here’s a one-minute reminder of the keys to true financial peace—a short read to send to a friend or stick to the refrigerator. If you start to veer off track, remember M-O-N-E-Y. Continue reading
As we get ready to celebrate Father’s Day, we’re taking a look at quotes from 10 famous fathers. They’re presidents and businessmen, musicians and writers. Some offer profound financial wisdom; others are just good for a laugh. Continue reading
I’ve been reading up on the student loan conundrum in America lately and thought I would take a quick moment to share four great resources that I’ve come across.
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When you’re trying to stick to a tight budget, your biggest concerns are the essentials—paying the mortgage, getting food on the table and keeping the lights on. Continue reading
Flying isn’t always the cheapest way to get from place to place, but if you know where (and when) to look, there are some great deals out there.
Try a few of these tips before you book, and keep your cash from flying away.
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I’ve never met a parent who dreams her child will grow up to be lazy, irresponsible and greedy. That would be crazy!
Of course, moms and dads want their children to become productive, responsible and generous adults. The problem is, those traits don’t just magically appear over time. Financial wisdom is something you learn, not something you’re born with.
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Does this scenario sound familiar? It’s Saturday night, and your entertainment budget is somewhere between zero and Dollar Menu. This morning, you resolved to stick to your budget and enjoy a quiet night in.
And then you got “the text.” You know it well. It’s the one that informs you your friends are planning to go out to dinner. Or to the movies. Or bowling. And you’re invited. Suddenly your plans to enjoy leftovers, Netflix, and the couch seem incredibly lame.
For many Christians, filing for bankruptcy and settling their debts for less than they owe may seem like a less-than-Christian approach to resolving their financial difficulties. It may seem like paying less than you actually owe is not fulfilling your duty as a Christian to repay all debts, and frankly, in some cases that is true. Continue reading
You might not realize it, but there are 5 very common reasons that people find themselves in the debt cycle. This is focusing on life’s “avoidables”, not a loss of income or other unexpected hardship. Watch this short video and find out if any of these might be what’s holding you back.
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