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Purpose in Life is the Issue
nWhat is Your Purpose in Life?[1] Life is filled with “Decision Points”where there are only two ways to live. We can take action by deciding (choosing) to live a life of Pleasing God as Jesus did or Pleasing Self as we all tend to do. In 2 Cor. 5:9-10, God is...
Foolish Desires
But those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful desires which plunge men into ruin and destruction. 1 Timothy 6:9 Ken had what the world would call the classic tall, dark and handsome outside persona. He was intellectually...
Godliness + Contentment May Help Lead to Gain
In my last post I introduced you to Jason, who I’ve been mentoring for some time now. Today I want to tell you a little more about a conversation he and I had recently. But godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment. 1 Timothy 6:6 “I...
“Different Doctrines” or “Sound Words”
If anyone advocates a different doctrine, and does not agree with sound words, those of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the doctrine conforming to godliness, 4he is conceited and understands nothing; but he has a morbid interest in controversial questions and disputes...
Serve Your Employer, Honor God
For today’s blog post I’d like to tell you about a woman who used to work for our wealth management firm and how her work ethic and attitude in her job was truly a testament to her love and reverence for God. Today’s blog post is about our dear friend, Ruth. All who...
Self-Sufficiency: How being Poor in Spirit Can Make you Truly Wealthy
My grandchildren live in a world centered around instant gratification. When they want ice cream, they want it right now. When they want to play, they want to play right now. When they want a big loving hug from grandpa, they want it right now. Well, I guess that last...
Understanding the Terms one of Life’s Important Deals
There are terms to every business transaction you and I engage in. “Deal terms” apply whether you’re buying a refrigerator, getting a new cell phone, leasing a car, financing a house loan, investing your retirement portfolio or negotiating how much ice cream you’re...
Preparing For Financially Stressful Situations using Biblical Passages
Take a moment and think about your money. What is the first thing that comes to mind? Did the balances of your accounts flash before your eyes? Did you wonder if your money is as truly safe as it could be? Did you wonder to yourself whether you have enough saved up or...
The INSIDE OUT Transformation Progress
Hello everyone and welcome to today’s blog post. When it comes to becoming a better steward of your money, I believe in the powerful INSIDE OUT Transformation Process. Just as a caterpillar miraculously turns into a butterfly, I believe that when we follow the INSIDE...