The Bible talks about fasting in both the New and Old Testaments. We read about Nehemiah fasting and praying for the children of Israel because they were in a time of trouble. Daniel fasted and …
15 Fundamental Truths of Personal Finance
It's best to set in stone some core financial principles sooner rather than later. Here are some fundamental truths you should always keep in mind. 1. You should pay God first. Where your treasure is, …
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5 Christmas Shopping Mistakes to Avoid
Christmas is around the corner, and with Black Friday behind us you might need to up your game if you’re not done with your list. But before you rush to the store or add something to your cart …
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Fun & Easy Way To Memorize Bible Verses (Step-By-Step)
When it comes to memorizing verses, the psalmist put it best: I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. – Psalm 119:11 NIV That’s just one of hundreds of Bible verses that …
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7 Ways to Control Your Spending
Spending must be a conscious activity What do I mean by that? Have you ever said the following at the end of the week or month: “Where on earth did my money go?” I know that I’ve said that! The …
What’s Your Financial Personality?
Ever notice how finances can affect you emotionally? I’ve known people who hate the idea of spending their money altogether and some people who don't know how to make a budget at all. What if there …
Subsidized vs. Unsubsidized Student Loans
As educational costs continue to rise, many students find themselves borrowing money using student loans in order to come up with the cash they need to pay for expenses. These loans can be used to pay …
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Faith and Giving Lessons from C.S. Lewis
In his book, Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis explains an aspect of the Christian faith by comparing it to receiving and giving a gift. The first ‘discovery of faith’ as Lewis puts it, is to understand …
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3 Ways to Find Gifts for Difficult-To-Shop-For Friends and Family
How many of you would agree with this statement: "I like to give people gifts, but figuring out the right gift is tough." Every time a birthday, anniversary, or Christmas comes around, I find myself …
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The Parable of the Sower: A New Perspective
It’s fascinating to read the parables of Jesus because there always seems to be something new that comes from it. That’s how I feel about the parable of the sower. Take a few minutes to read one or …
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