Managing Your Finances

What advice does the Bible offer about wealth and our attitude toward it? Is money really the root of all evil? Do you know what God thinks about bankruptcy? What does the Bible say about charitable contributions? How much should we give? Be sure to read this booklet to discover biblical answers to these important questions and more.

Table of Contents

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A worried looking man reading.
2 minutes
Whether due to the overall state of the economy or their own mistakes with money, many find themselves mired in debt and worried about their financial...
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A big gate surrounding a large brick house.
8 minutes
The Bible offers timeless and practical advice about managing your finances.
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A thread going through the eye of a needle.
2 minutes
What did Jesus Christ mean when He said, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God?
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Stars and galaxies in space.
11 minutes
What does the Bible tell us regarding our financial priorities?
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A young man resting his head on his hand.
3 minutes
If we are able, God expects us to work so we can provide for our own needs and not unnecessarily burden others.
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A Bible laying on a table.
2 minutes
Many today believe that tithing came to an end after Christ's earthly ministry and crucifixion. But is this what the Bible teaches?
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Bible laying on top of a table.
3 minutes
Corban is a word applied to a gift or offering in the Temple that declared that gift dedicated to God in a special sense.
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A young woman driving her new car.
15 minutes
Many scriptures and biblical principles show that planning is a crucial key to financial management. And planning requires that we develop a budget so...
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A young couple looking at a laptop computer.
7 minutes
Money is a frequent source of conflict in marriage. While it can bring great opportunities, marriage can also bring stress and strain if couples don't...
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Closeup of a Bible.
1 minute
What is the greatest inheritance?
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A father and son counting pennies from a glass jar.
7 minutes
God expects us not only to learn to handle our money according to His instructions, but also to share that knowledge with our children. So what are...
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Compounding of Savings chart
1 minute
Many people don't realize the power of compounding and the effect of time. Preparing for retirement is best done early in life rather than later.
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A person cutting a credit card with a pair of scissors.
16 minutes
What are these financial black holes, and how can we avoid them?
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An open for business sign on a store window.
1 minute
Before committing to a major purchase, give yourself this self-test to determine whether your purchase would be a wise decision.
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A person working on a laptop with financial charts.
4 minutes
Finding a credit counseling service that will truly help you will require some effort. Credit counselors are not a quick fix. You will still need to...
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A chart to help determine your net worth.
1 minute
Determining your net worth is the first step in designing a personal budget. Use the form below to help begin this process.
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Monthly income expense worksheet
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After you determine your overall financial condition (net worth), the next step is to analyze your monthly cash flow. This will show you which...
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A man holding an open Bible.
3 minutes
God expects us to be productive and to use our abilities to support ourselves, our families and others who are in need. But to be truly successful, we...