2024 Review
Being true and careful with the small things in life is really important. It's not just about money or being rich; it's also about how you handle everyday tasks and treat the people close to you. If you're good with these small things, you're showing that you can be trusted with more.
Remember, money isn't everything. The Bible, in Matthew 19:16-25, teaches us not to worship wealth. We're going to have to explain how we used what we had on Earth, including our money.
Everything belongs to God (Psalm 24:1), and we're just taking care of it for Him. We were even bought at a price, as 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 says, so we should think carefully about how we use our money, asking God for guidance.
Being a Christian means using what we've been given to help spread the Good News. This isn't just about money; it's about time, relationships, skills, careers, and chances we get in life. These gifts are meant to help others, and there's a reward in heaven for doing so.
What changes can you make to be sure you're using God's gifts wisely?
It's wrong to think money is always bad or always good. The Bible doesn't say money is evil; it says loving money too much is the problem (1 Timothy 6:10).
Setting a good example is the best way to teach others, especially your kids. When they see you living a faithful life and helping others, they'll want to do the same.
By serving others, you're saving up treasures in heaven. Putting off what you want now can lead to greater rewards from God later.
God rewards every good thing you do. Giving to others is a way to show gratitude for what God has given us, stretching beyond our comfort to truly help.
Finally, be careful with debt. Living within your means and giving generously, within your capacity, is part of being a good steward of what God has entrusted to you. 4.0⭐️
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2025 Review
Money as a tool for Eternal Impact
Key points I learnt.
How we handle the little we have today reflects how we will manage more in the future. Stewardship is not just about wealth, it’s about faithfulness. God entrusts us with resources, not for selfish gain, but for His kingdom. Though we live under grace, we remain accountable for how we use what He has given us.
Money is a bad master but a good servant. When it controls us, it breeds anxiety, greed, and misplaced priorities. But when we see it as a tool we use it to bless others, meet needs and advance God’s purpose. Teaching children the right perspective on money is not just about words but about setting an example. Holding tightly to earthly riches is futile because in death, they stay behind. But living with a kingdom mindset means investing in treasures that last beyond this life.
Tithing is not an obligation; it opens the heart to generosity, making giving a natural response. Giving is not about loss but about trust, a way of saying that provision ultimately comes from God. While short-term sacrifices may feel uncomfortable, they create long-term benefits, shaping a life built on faith and purpose.
Managing money is like maintaining a swimming pool with multiple leaks. Each leak represents small, frequent expenses purchases made to fill an underlying void. The problem isn’t just spending; it’s what drives the spending. Pouring more water into the pool, increasing income, may seem like a solution, but unless the leaks are fixed, the water will continue to drain away. True financial stewardship isn’t about making more but about addressing the root cause, sealing the gaps and directing resources intentionally to where they truly matter.
Money is temporary, but its impact can be eternal. When used wisely and stewarded faithfully, it becomes a tool that leaves a lasting mark beyond this life.
Children start picking up on money habits from their parents as early as age 3. Studies show that by this age, they begin to understand basic concepts like spending and saving. By age 7, many of their core financial behaviors and attitudes toward money are already established. This means the way parents handle money, whether through spending, saving, budgeting, or discussing finances deeply influences their children’s lifelong financial mindset.