Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Savior. […]
Archives for 2008
My Dumbest Purchase Ever
Over at Debt Kid he’s running a contest right now with a grand prize of his almost-new DS-Lite! What do you have to do to win? Just write a blog post about your dumbest purchase ever, and trackback to his blog. I thought I’d give it a shot. I recently wrote about my 5 biggest […]
Is It Ok For A Christian To Invest In “Vice Stocks”? Part 3
Should Christians make sure all of their investments are in companies that they morally agree with, or is it OK to invest in vice stocks? Part 3.
To Roth Or Not To Roth 401(k)
Here’s an interesting article talking about the pros and cons of a Roth 401(k) from Walter Updegrave of Money Magazine. Some of the highlights: Let’s start with one basic but often misunderstood fact. Although they’re effectively mirror images of each other -with a regular 401(k) you invest pre-tax dollars and pay taxes at withdrawal, while […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Strongholds
I will love You, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:1-2 The Lord is our stronghold, where we turn when times are good, and bad. He […]
How To Tell Whether Now Is The Time To Refinance
We’ve been looking at refinancing our mortgage lately. While in that process I came across an article on MSNBC.com talking about who should consider looking at refinancing right now. They looked at a variety of factors, but said that you should consider refinancing if: You have a fixed or adjustable mortgage with an interest rate […]
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Possibilities
I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Phillipians 4:12-13 […]
Is It Ok For A Christian To Invest In “Vice Stocks”? Part 2
Should Christians make sure all of their investments are in companies that they morally agree with, or is it OK to invest in vice stocks? Part 2.
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Help
I lift my eyes up to the hills – where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and creator of earth. He will not let your foot slip. He who watches over you will not slumber; Indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. […]
Bible Verse Of The Day
Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten in God’s sight. But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows. Luke 12:6-7
Is It Ok For A Christian To Invest In “Vice Stocks”? Part 1
Should Christians make sure all of their investments are in companies that they morally agree with, or is it OK to invest in vice stocks?
Personal Finance Bible Verse Of The Day: Rewards
Put no trust in extortion; set no vain hopes on robbery; if riches increase, set not your heart on them.One thing God has spoken, two things have I heard:that you, O God, are strong,and that you, O Lord, are loving. Surely you will reward each person according to what he has done. Psalm 62:10 Where […]
My 5 Biggest Money Mistakes
When I look back on my financial life, there are a lot of things that I’ve done that I should’ve done differently. I’ve made bad decisions about money, that ended up causing me a lot of financial grief in the long run. Everyone out there probably has a few of these “shoulda, woulda, coulda” finance […]
5 Great Sites To Get Coupon Codes
One great way that I’ve found to save money is to buy things that I would normally buy at a Bricks and Mortar store, at an online store. You can often find ways to make it cheaper to buy online using one of my favorite things – Coupon Codes! There are a ton of coupon […]
