August 2020

Times are tight financially, but you feel a stirring in your heart to be a giver. What should you do? Take a cue from the Bible and practice Macedonian giving. We know that giving is an important part of God’s plan for handling money. Generosity is a key element of God’s Master Plan for your […]

Meet the Budget Genius — the powerful automated tool that creates a personalized budget for you — with this video lesson from 30 Days to Financial Freedom. Read More » Here’s a look at a practical lesson from Day 1 of my new program 30 Days to Financial Freedom called “Finding Your Focus.” Read More […]

God has given certain people special talents and personality traits to excel in each of these. He has also blessed some of us with talents and gifts to use for extraordinary generosity. Do you have the gift of generosity? So, what does this mean for you? Well, its application is going to depend a lot […]

Meet the Budget Genius — the powerful automated tool that creates a personalized budget for you — with this video lesson from 30 Days to Financial Freedom. Read More » Here’s a look at a practical lesson from Day 1 of my new program 30 Days to Financial Freedom called “Finding Your Focus.” Read More […]

What are your thoughts on inflation? Should wages go up with inflation? Are companies obligated to give cost-of-living raises? — Jennifer, Kentucky Answer: Good question, Jennifer. Inflation should be on the mind of anyone who is carefully about money. It should also be on the mind of anyone who determines employee pay. Inflation is an […]

Meet the Budget Genius — the powerful automated tool that creates a personalized budget for you — with this video lesson from 30 Days to Financial Freedom. Read More » Here’s a look at a practical lesson from Day 1 of my new program 30 Days to Financial Freedom called “Finding Your Focus.” Read More […]

If you’re longing for financial freedom but live a busy life, I have great news for you: My new online program, 30 Days to Financial Freedom, was made for you. Read More » God’s love for you is bigger than any problem you’re facing, and He has a plan to free you from everything that’s […]

Layaway is better than debt, but it’s still not a good deal for consumers. Some credit cards promise free trips through airline frequent flier programs, but these deals don’t work for ordinary people. Using your credit card to get cash quickly from an ATM is a very expensive way to acquire money. Building an inheritance […]

Make investment decisions based on performance data and financial facts, not hype, fear or wild swings of emotion. Subprime lenders caused a lot of trouble in our economy recently. But do they qualify as Despicable Debt? Putting all of your eggs in one basket is a dangerous investment strategy. Instead, diversify. These six points of […]

It’s not too late to make a dent in your debt this year: Start by tackling these manageable items. Don’t let other people’s blessings rob you of yours. Thankfulness is the key to enjoying the life God intended for you. A proper savings strategy can empower our money to handle anything from big houses to […]

Small indulgences can add up to big financial problems. Debt creates slavery where love should be instead. When making a big purchase or expensive repair, it pays to get quotes and ideas from more than one company. Generosity is a hallmark of a thriving Christian life.

Poverty is a form of financial slavery, but God gives us the key to break free… by working very, very hard. It’s easy to become a slave to money, but you don’t have to stay locked up. These three keys are the first steps to freedom.

Double-checking these financial areas will help you finish the year strong. Debt can make Christmas less than merry, so plan now to buy gifts with cash. The right financial strategy can help your relationship grow into something powerful. Not every insurance product is worth having. Here are four bad insurance deals.

It doesn’t take a large income to build a million-dollar nest egg — just strategy and patience. The magnificent buildings of ancient Egypt can teach us a lot about how to build at financial future that will last.