Especially in our culture, the temptation is for money to become an idol. Over and over again, the New Testament makes it abundantly clear: Money wants our worship. This insightful essay from Christianity Today explores. (Photo © f9photos – Fotolia.com)
In our era of high inflation and economic uncertainty, it’s easy to find yourself with crushing credit card debt. Experion, the debt-rating agency, suggests some smart strategies to pay down those cards with a minimum of pain. (Photo (c) tanawatpontchour – fotolia.com)
Storm clouds are on the horizon. Economists say 2023 may bring a recession. But you can take steps to minimize the harm for you and your family. Here, from Mint, are some ideas. (Photo: Ignorant Walking, Creative Commons)
As the calendar year turns, so does the financial year for most churches, and that means lots of tasks to accomplish. Here, from CapinCruise finance, is a checklist of tasks that can help you close the books on 2022 and start afresh for 2023. (Photo: seniorliving.org)
Church finances may necessitate a pastor or other leader working another job to pay the bills, is it bivocational ministry? Can a calling to ministry be part-time? Lifeway comments. (Photo: MichiganFirstCU, Creative Commons)
We learn as we grow, but that can be especially true in our faith journey with money. Stewardship educator Grace Pomroy explains how her financial history led her to see God’s abundance. (Photo: Kevin M. Klerks, Creative Commons)
Between buying gifts, decorations and party supplies, it’s easy to bust your budget in the Christmas season if you’re not careful. Forbes magazine suggests strategies to budget your spending. (Photo: Deklofenak, Big Stock)
How are church gifts received and donors thanked? What gifts are not acceptable? A gift policy can help a congregation answer these questions before they arise. The Center for Faith & Giving explains. (Photo: Asenat29, Creative Commons)
It’s hard enough to make ends meet, but the job is tougher when inflation eats away at your take-home pay. This handy guide from CNBC gives you principles to help plan your personal finances. (Photo: Chris Potter, Creative Commons)
Budgets are tight, donations are in decline. What’s the best strategy for a church to embrace? Well, it’s NOT fundraising, a stewardship drive or a capital campaign, says Karl Vaters of Christianity Today. (Photo: Bev8200, Creative Commons)
