Money Matters

Lesson 2: Using Wisdom in Personal Finance

Personal FinanceWhat does God expect from us regarding our finances?

Within a Marriage Ephesians 5:31 Ephesians 5:22-24 Proverbs 15:17

A healthy marriage is more important than gaining wealth.

Personal FinanceWhat does God expect from us regarding our finances?

As a Single Person or Parent I Thessalonians 4:11-12

Avoid financial dependency on someone you’re not married to. I Corinthians 7:32-35

Keep busy with the Lord’s work Prepare yourself for marriage

WorkHow much is too much?

Balancing Work with Family Time I Timothy 6:6-10

Do no allow greed to motivate overtime work. Proverbs 23:4-5

The Issue of DebtIs All Debt Bad? Is it possible to avoid debt completely?

Exodus 22:14 We are responsible to uphold any loan agreements we

make. Proverbs 28:19

This applies to general finance, but can also to apply to loans, cash advance, rent to own, etc.

We should have a good reason for committing to a loan, not frivolous expenses like vacations, luxury items, or other items that could be saved up for.

The Importance of Saving

The Importance of Saving Proverbs 13:22 Proverbs 10:5 Proverbs 27:23-27