Taking Care of Business

by Marlon on July 6, 2010

I just finished re-reading Lee Jenkin’s “Taking Care of Business” and let me tell you, it is an amazing book that shares insights for how we may apply God’s word when dealing with our finances.

I encourage you to read it because with all that is going on in today’s society, our families need to apply more sound principles as it relates to money.

Lee Jenkins' "Taking Care of Business"

Lee Jenkins' "Taking Care of Business"

Did you know that in the Bible, there are approximately 500 verses on prayer, fewer than 500 on faith, and more than 2,350 verses on how to handle money and possessions?

When I read this on page 19 of “Taking Care of Business”, I had to stop for a moment and reflect on what this really means.

Wow!  God has given detailed insights for how to manage our money but yet, how many of us are truly seeking and studying God’s perspective on finances and money management?

I encourage you to read “Taking Care of Business” because it is very insightful.

The chapters are entitled:

  1. Wealth from the Inside Out – Seeking the substance of wealth and not just the symbols.
  2. What’s God Got to Do with It? – The role you play and the role God plays in your finances.
  3. Charting Your Financial Destiny – Developing an action plan to achieving your Goals.
  4. From Financial Bondage to Freedom – How to get out and stay out of debt.
  5. Finding Purpose in Your Work – Viewing your career as a calling and not just a job.
  6. Spending Your Money Wisely – Evaluating why and where you spend your money.
  7. Giving Back to God – Sharing God’s blessing and reaping the benefits.
  8. Putting Your Money to Work – Principles for saving and investing your money.
  9. Dividends of Honesty and Integrity – Why moral decisions have economic consequences.
  10. Investing in Your Family – How to build generational wealth through the family.
  11. Leaving a Lasting Financial Legacy – How to protect and pass on your assets.

Question:  What resources do you utilize when making your financial decisions?

Question:  What are some books, CDs, DVDs or other resources that have helped you in developing a  financial plan for your future?

Do share your feedback because we can all grow from one another.

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Grandparents Raising Their Grandchildren

by Marlon on July 2, 2010

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 600,000 black grandparents are living with their grandchildren under age 18 and are responsible for the care of these children.

Covenant Keepers logoRecently, I had a presentation and there were a large number of grandparents who were the primary care-takers of their grandchildren.

Many of the grandparents shared how challenging it has been in raising their grandchildren as things are very different from when they raised their children.

Question:  What advice do you have that may help grandparents be more successful in raising their grandchildren?

Do share your feedback.


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