[toj.cc]WildBillKickoff
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Well, my family has come to the decision that my wife will stay home with our 2 year old, as we believe we have been called to make the necessary sacrifices in our lifestyle to make a better home for him. Obviously, finances are a major concern, as my job alone will not be sufficient to make all of our bills consistently. We've got a bit of a nest egg built up, and I'm in line for a promotion and pay increase at work, so I'm not too worried... but my thoughts have been on money and how I as the provider for the family will be able to do that by myself given our current state.
So, I'm going to do a topical study on money. I'm basically going to take a look at any verse that mentions either money, provision, or stewardship. My goal is to determine how much of our finances are our responsibility and how much we should lay at the feet of the Lord. I mean, we can pray to God to show us a job opportunity, but unless we fill out the application, go to the interview, and then perform adequately, we won't be getting a paycheck. (Whether or not we had a choice in the matter or if it was predetermined is another topic for another day.)
Questions I have before I start this project:
1. Are there any verses that you guys know of that I should pay special attention to? Maybe one or two that have impacted how you look at finances?
2. Would you like me to report my findings here?
3. Is there anything in particular you think I should specifically look into within this topic that could benefit me in my situation, or you in yours?
So, I'm going to do a topical study on money. I'm basically going to take a look at any verse that mentions either money, provision, or stewardship. My goal is to determine how much of our finances are our responsibility and how much we should lay at the feet of the Lord. I mean, we can pray to God to show us a job opportunity, but unless we fill out the application, go to the interview, and then perform adequately, we won't be getting a paycheck. (Whether or not we had a choice in the matter or if it was predetermined is another topic for another day.)
Questions I have before I start this project:
1. Are there any verses that you guys know of that I should pay special attention to? Maybe one or two that have impacted how you look at finances?
2. Would you like me to report my findings here?
3. Is there anything in particular you think I should specifically look into within this topic that could benefit me in my situation, or you in yours?