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Beyond Riches: How Essentialism Unlocks True Financial Freedom (and Purpose)

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  Introduction: The Fleeting Pursuit of Wealth This morning, as I spent time in God's Word, a passage from Proverbs 23 :4-5 resonated deeply: "Do not toil to acquire wealth: be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it. It is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven." Have you ever felt caught in the relentless pursuit of more, only to find that wealth, when made the sole focus, can feel incredibly fleeting? It's a powerful reminder that if growing our net worth is our only life goal, we might be chasing something that "suddenly sprouts wings." Investing in What Truly Lasts Proverbs 23:23 offers a profound contrast: "Buy truth, and do not sell it; buy wisdom, instruction, and understanding." This verse challenges us to consider what we're truly using our wealth for. Are we simply accumulating it, storing it in silos, and deriving our self-worth from account balances? Or are we leveraging the blessi...

Unlocking God's Riches: Your Journey to Confident Biblical Stewardship

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  Unlocking God's Riches: Your Journey to Confident Biblical Stewardship As a financial coach, I often see people wrestling with their money, time, and talents. There's a deep desire to do well, to provide, and to build a secure future. But sometimes, the approach feels disjointed, lacking a clear framework. This is where the profound, liberating concept of biblical stewardship steps in. It's more than just budgeting or saving; it's a foundational worldview that transforms how we see everything God has placed in our hands. If you're ready to move from simply managing your resources to truly magnifying them for God's glory and your own flourishing, let's dive in. What is a Steward? Let's begin with the very definition of who we are in this context. In ancient times, a steward was a trusted manager of another person's property, household, or affairs. They weren't the owners, but they had significant authority and responsibility over what belonged...

Why Living Below Your Means Unlocks True Financial Freedom

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  Why Living Below Your Means Unlocks True Financial Freedom Yesterday morning the alarm went off. I usually wake up at the alarm and get the day going, but not yesterday. I just wanted to stay in bed a little longer. Because I stayed in bed, I didn’t get my normal routine going and so my morning got thrown off. As he always does, God met me in my experiences and part of my Bible reading was Proverbs 24. It is full of verses like 33 & 34: “A little sleep, a little slumber, and little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will be upon you like a robber and want like an armed man.” Such a good reminder that in my life to not overly prioritize rest and relaxation. Proverbs 24:27 also hit home: “Prepare your work outside, get everything ready for yourself in the field, and after that build your house.” We seem to be reminded and instructed to prioritize work and income before planning our household expenses. God provides for us through our work that he has given us the ability ...