Financial Coaching for Kingdom Men

  I recently heard a friend describe what she had learned about love and struggles. She described a wonderful 40-year marriage that started with a few bumps when it came to finances. She and her husband had to learn how to communicate and use money together, because they came from vastly different family backgrounds. She grew up in a family that would save and plan for trips and vacations, always looking for cost-saving opportunities. He, on the other hand, grew up in a family that would say at 5 p.m. on a Friday, “Let’s go camping!” and by 9 p.m., they would be out at a campsite—no planning, no thought to the cost, just enjoying their time. Read more about Getting on the Same Page for Money Conversation here . We all come from different financial backgrounds, and we learn a lot about money by watching our parents. As another friend reminded me recently, “More is caught than taught.” Have you thought about what you are teaching your children or grandchildren by your actions? What...

  How Coaching Can Help You: Unlocking Your Financial Potential Are you feeling overwhelmed by debt? Dreaming of a secure retirement but unsure how to get there? Or perhaps you're just looking to get a better handle on your money, but the idea of budgeting or investing feels like a foreign language? You're not alone. Many individuals and families grapple with financial stress and uncertainty. While self-help books and online articles offer a wealth of information, sometimes what you truly need is personalized guidance, accountability, and a clear roadmap. This is where financial coaching steps in. Think of a financial coach not as a traditional financial advisor who manages your investments, but as your personal trainer for your money. They don't just tell you what to do; they work with you, empowering you to build healthier financial habits and achieve your goals. “In abundance of counselors there is victory” (Proverbs 11:14) “Without consultation, plans are frustrated, ...

  Do you have a goal? A dream? Is it to get the ball into the net? Each of us has goals that are unique to us. Some may be similar, but all are unique. Tonight, we're going to talk about some goal-setting ideas, making sure we create SMART goals, and ways to ensure we accomplish these goals. But first, let's ground our discussion in timeless Biblical wisdom. We often meticulously plan, strategize, and visualize our success. And there's immense value in that focused intention. But have you ever poured your heart and soul into a goal, only to find the outcome wasn't quite what you expected? Or perhaps the journey felt harder, less fulfilling, or even downright futile despite your best efforts? It's a common experience, and it often points to a deeper truth about the nature of our ambitions. Proverbs 16:1-3 offers profound wisdom on this very topic: “The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. All the ways of a man are pure in h...