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UNDERSTANDING MONEY AND FINANCIAL STRESS
Financial stress is a common issue that affects people in various ways, causing overwhelming feelings of pressure and constant worry about money.
Echo Church understands that money can be a powerful tool that can either help or hurt you. It is essential to understand how to use our finances not only to improve our own future but also to advance the kingdom of God.
Here are five biblical tools that can help you manage your money better:
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Budgeting: Creating and sticking to a budget is a vital tool for managing your finances.
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Generosity: Giving generously not only blesses others but also helps cultivate a spirit of gratitude and contentment.
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Avoiding Debt: The Bible warns against the dangers of debt, and it is essential to avoid taking on more debt than you can handle.
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Saving: Saving money can provide a sense of security and peace of mind for the future.
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Seeking Counsel: Seeking advice from wise and trustworthy individuals can provide valuable insight and guidance for making wise financial decisions.
By incorporating these biblical tools into your financial management, you can reduce financial stress and gain greater control over your finances.
Our pastors, Andy and Christy Cass have great
teachings on how manage your money
BIBLE VERSES ABOUT MONEY
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"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs." - 1 Timothy 6:10 (NIV)
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"Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'" - Hebrews 13:5 (NIV)
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"Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless." - Ecclesiastes 5:10 (NIV)
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"Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great wealth with turmoil." - Proverbs 15:16 (NIV)
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"Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment." - 1 Timothy 6:17 (NIV)
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QUOTES ABOUT MONEY:
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"Money is a tool, not a treasure. We should use it as a tool to fulfill God's purposes for our lives." - Pastor Robert Morris
"The lack of money is the root of all evil." - Mark Twain -
"Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver." - Ayn Rand
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"You can't get second things by putting them first; you can get second things only by putting first things first." - C.S. Lewis
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"God doesn't call us to be comfortable. He calls us to trust Him so completely that we are unafraid to put ourselves in situations where we will be in trouble if He doesn't come through." - Francis Chan