Finances Update

Sure, your expenses will change when the kids move out. You'll be spending less on groceries, household items, and utilities. However, now is not the time to go crazy with your spending like you've won the lottery. Your bills aren't going away; they are just going to be lower.

God didn’t just give a little for us; He gave His best. He gave Himself. John says that it is no different for us: True love requires sacrifice.

I find that I’m less tempted to stop for an extra Starbucks I didn’t account for if I know that money would be coming out of what I could give at the end of the month. And giving feels better than a latte ever could.

Prices are still climbing, paychecks aren’t keeping up, and many Americans feel a recession is already here. What does the Bible say about provision in times like these?

God gives generously to you, and he calls you to give to others in need as his love flows through your life. Here are 28 Bible verses about giving to others, plus 10 creative ways to give.

Never disregard popcorn and a board game, a big quilt to snuggle under, and a book to read together, going for a run, or even checking out a local zipline course. Being creative is half the solution to saving money. Not every inexpensive date needs to be a movie on the couch. There is so much to be explored and experienced, and these types of dates encourage communication and interaction.

By living generously, freely giving from our finances to help others and spread the gospel, we will reap eternal rewards. The Bible teaches that we are stewards of our finances. Let us invest our money wisely for the glory of the Lord.

While the Bible doesn’t specifically contain the word “gambling,” a number of passages urge good financial stewardship and warn against being foolish with money or wasteful/get-rich-quick scenarios.

When we financially struggle, it's easy for money to consume our hearts, allowing fear and frustration to grow. When financially comfortable, it's easy to lean on money as the (false) sense of our joy.

The most unbelieved beatitude in the Bible is: “It is more blessed to give than receive” (Acts 20:35). The giver happier than the getter? Surely some mistake?

It’s hard enough to create financial stability when we’re on the same page, but what happens when our philosophies concerning finances are completely different?

Through prayerful giving, we align our hearts with God’s purpose and demonstrate our faith in His provision. To that end, here are five impactful prayers to pray as you give tithes and offerings.

As disappointed as some Christian investors are with the financial results they get, they would be even more disappointed if they achieved better results with investments that were not “biblically responsible.”

Sometimes the worst money mistakes are the easiest mistakes to make. Read inside for 5 tips on staying debt-free.

Here are a few of my personal tips for saving money – and saving your sanity – when it comes to back-to-school shopping.