In most congregations, few topics are as controversial as money – and how God wants us to value and use it. Misconceptions abound and are repeated endlessly. The Gospel Coalition’s Chris Cagle lists five common “lies.”
7 tips for planning a family vacation on a budget
Spring is the time that everyone dreams of a perfect, relaxing family vacation, but sometimes financing it is a hassle. Blogging on theplanningmom.com, Kami offers ideas for budget vacationing. (Photo: Chiot’s Run, Creative Commons)
Strategies for saving towards a smooth retirement
With the long-term future of Social Security still an open question, it’s more important than ever that Americans be smart about saving for retirement. But how? Nerdwallet.com offers some commonsense advice. (Photo: Vlada Karpovic, via Pexels)
Money is like a congregation’s vital sign
The economy’s rocky journey over the last few years should cause some soul-searching in America’s congregations, says William Enright, senior fellow at the Lake Institute of Faith & Giving. The key is for leaders to be asking the right questions. (Photo: Lemuel Cantos, Creative Commons)
FAQ: What is a capital campaign? Do we need one?
Capital campaigns can be confusing, especially for congregations that have never had one. Vanco Payments has compiled this FAQ to help leaders understand exactly what goes into a capital campaign. (Photo: Stephen Yeargin, Creative Commons)
God’s battle for your bank account
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)
Adopt a strategy to pay down your credit card debt
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)
If a recession is coming, how can we prepare?
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)
How to close the 2022 books on church finances
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)
The hidden truth behind bivocational ministry
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)
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