You may be wondering, "Why in the world am I looking at one of Todd's nasty running shoes?!"  Bear with me!  Oh, and be sure to read through to the last point.  I've saved the super-shocker point for last!

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Timeless principles from Proverbs 21:5

 

Proverbs 21:5 (NIV) The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.

When it comes to studying God's Word and how it relates to our finances today, the book of Proverbs provides a "wealth" of information (pun intended).  Much of my teaching on Biblical finances references Solomon's advice over and over again - and with good reason.

Solomon is a great person to learn from when it comes to finances for many reasons.  First, he was the wisest man who ever lived, blessed by God with great understanding.  It is good advice to learn from our elders and forefathers rather than to make mistakes and learn the hard way.  People who have experienced life and have achieved a great understanding of this world are a blessing to those willing to listen!

Dollar cost averaging can help you to take advantage of stock market declines.  Watch the video below to learn how it works:

There are many types of accounts that can be used to effectively save for a college education. Katrina Robertson has put together a nice side-by-side comparison sheet of the four most common account types. This spreadsheet is a great starting point to help you decide which type of account is right for you.

Discover the importance of choosing the right type of investment for the goals you have.  Choosing the wrong one is almost like using a driver on the putting green! 

Based on Matthew 25:14-30 Isn't it amazing how God can reveal new things to us through the same scriptures we've read over and over in the past?  I've read and taught on Matthew 25 so many times over the past seven years that I was surprised when, in my morning Bible study, I noticed something I had never noticed before... adventure.

Effective communication is one of the most important keys to a healthy family. Don’t miss an opportunity to have good solid financial communication in your home. This kit is an easy to understand, step by step guide through your families finances. Putting this system into practice can...

bring your family closer together, greatly improve your financial situation, and deepen your relationship with the Lord.

The instructions are so easy to follow that even someone without any financial training whatsoever can lead a successful meeting. My wife and I have been using this system for a few years and it has greatly improved our marriage and our effectiveness as stewards.

The following article by guest author Sam Savage, senior research associate at Stanford University, is a must read for anyone planning for retirement. It addresses the problem of relying upon average returns for your calculations. We at Christian Financial Principles employ the Monte Carlo Simulation and Nobel Prize winning calculations by Harry Markowitz mentioned in the article. Consider contacting us for real life, common sense solutions for your retirement planning needs. 

I'm sure you've heard a lot about the concerns with our present social security system. There are some major problems for us to consider. Read this article to learn what you can do to prepare for upcoming changes.

 

Want to take control of your finances? Then a budget is one important key. Whether you're struggling to make ends meet or have a six-figure income, a budget is a great tool to make the most of your income. This is a step-by-step guide to creating a working budget.

I want to thank Lysa TerKeurst of the Proverbs 31 ministry for allowing us to post her article on our site. This is an excellent message that applies to all aspects of your life, not just money. I have applied it to my life and have seen many blessings because of it!

When is the best time to begin investing? I'm not talking about market timing or buying low and selling high. What I'm talking about is, "Are there certain things we need to do first, before we begin to invest?"