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Is it important to surrender my use of time to God?
The Secret to Spending Time Wisely learning to value service to others God’s gift of time is a treasure! As I grew up, my parents taught our family to recognize the value of time. My own experience has shown me how fulfilling it is to live in the fear of God and learn to trade the time He gives ...Is there enough time to do God’s will?
There Is Enough Time in a Day learning to rejoice in God’s sufficient provision of time After living in different cultural situations and working under a wide spectrum of authority structures, I have come to appreciate what God says in Scripture about time management. His approach to scheduling ...Why would God answer my prayer with a “no”?
Understand Why God May Say “No” trusting in God’s loving, omniscient response to prayer There are many reasons why God might not respond to prayer with an affirmative answer. He may know that it is not the right time for the fulfillment of your request. He may know that what you desire is not H ...How should I pray for God to provide?
Praying for God’s Provision asking in accord with God’s Word God is aware of our physical needs, and it is His delight to provide for His children. When we face times of need or we want increased funds for a specific project, we are to bring our petitions to God. By seeking Him first, we will b ...What are four purposes for money?
Four Purposes for Moneyprovision, direction, fellowship, and demonstration Do you look to money to provide you with security, establish your independence, or equip you to exercise power and wield influence? Today, many people would identify these goals as appropriate purposes for money. Howeve ...How can I get rich?
Two Ways to Get Riches beware of the way that leads to destruction When it comes to getting rich, many people are advised to do whatever it takes to get what they want. Instead of patiently handling their affairs with integrity, they hastily overcome obstacles with deceit and corruption in an e ...What is a key to being content in riches or poverty?
Understanding Cycles of Riches and Poverty learning to be content at all times Riches and poverty are not permanent conditions in the life of an individual, family, or nation. They are variable factors that are related to the higher purposes that God achieves through them. Cycles of Riches and ...How can I overcome slothful habits?
How to Conquer Slothfulness develop the disciplines of diligence The reproofs for slothfulness are painful: “The way of the slothful man is as a hedge of thorns . . .” (Proverbs 15:19). Yet, there is hope for the sluggard. God gives instructions both to him and about him. Study the Principles o ...Why should I keep thorough financial records?
The Benefits of Using an Accounting System why it is worthwhile to keep financial records Maintaining an effective accounting system is an investment in your future and in the welfare of your family. It equips you to be an excellent steward of the resources God entrusts to you and helps you acc ...How can I develop the full potential of my home?
Making Your Home a Ministry Center for your family and for others One of the most traditionally valued environments is the home. Men go to war to fight for hearth and home, but sadly, many nations perish when the vision of the home is lost. Today, many homes have become centers for sleeping, en ...How can I maximize my home’s potential to be a productivity center?
Home: A Productivity Center using skills to meet needs with diligence and efficiency In many homes today, entertainment is the top priority. This is unfortunate, because a focus on entertainment greatly diminishes the potential for productivity in the home. While rest and refreshment are certai ...How can I get the best buy?
Get the Best Buy carefully evaluate each purchase Financial responsibility requires that we consider the value of money, prepare a sensible budget, and make wise investments. When the time comes to make a purchase, don’t be swept away with clever advertisements that fuel a desire to get more an ...How can I develop sales resistance?
How to Build Sales Resistance avoid purchasing overpriced, overrated items One key to living in financial freedom is the ability to make wise purchases. Consider the following points and ask good questions before you buy something; then you can avoid unwise spending and the regrets that usually ...Can I serve God and money at the same time?
No One Can Serve Both God and Money insights from the failure of Biblical characters Loving God requires wholehearted commitment: heart, soul, mind, and strength. If we resist God’s control in any area of our lives, we foster weaknesses that lead to temptation and compromise. The Bible tells of ...What are the symptoms of slothfulness?
Symptoms of Slothfulness recognize the development of a sluggard God knows our hearts, and He warns us to guard them with diligence: “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life” (Proverbs 4:23). We should be alert to signs of slothfulness and reject the temptation t ...In what areas does God call me to diligence?
Be Committed to Diligence putting your heart into it Diligence is the opposite of slothfulness. It is the dedicated fervency God calls us to invest in each task that we perform. “Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the re ...What are evidences of financial bondage?
Evidences of Financial Bondage identifying pressures that arise from the love of money Whether through inner struggles with covetousness, small purchases beyond our income, or overwhelming pressure from debts, we’ve all felt the lure of greed. A person encounters significant difficulties if he ...What is an energy-giver?
Becoming an “Energy-Giver” sharing God’s endless love with others An energy-giver is someone who loves God with all of his heart and therefore turns to love his neighbor as he loves himself. As he focuses on loving and serving God, he invests his life in meeting the needs of those around him, f ...Why did God allow me to lose my job?
Losing a job is rarely seen as a good thing, especially since financial pressures can cause tremendous tensions in a marriage and family. When someone loses a job, he or she may have a tendency to blame people or circumstances or despise God, but God promises to provide for all our needs throug ...What is financial freedom?
Understanding Financial Freedom discover God’s plan for money True financial freedom involves understanding and applying God’s principles for handling money. God’s Word mentions money more than eight hundred times—God is serious about teaching us the right way to handle money. Be warned: The ch ...