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Today I want to give you 5 good financial habits that you can put in place. If you get these right, you can set yourself up for a brighter and blessed future… 1. Put God first with your finances: When you put God first, He takes care of the rest. “Honor the Lord with your…
Today I want to encourage you to FORM GOOD FINANCIAL HABITS. A habit is something that if practiced, and regularly repeated, becomes a routine or just another way of life. Think about driving a car: When you first start driving a car, it can be daunting. You have to look in the different mirrors while trying to steer and stay on the road. When you need to stop, you hit…
You may have lost your strength and peace. Sometimes, worry can eat away at your peace and leave you feeling weak. If you are living in fear, it can paralyze you. Maybe you have taken a series of hard knocks. This can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and restless. And if you just feel broken, you…
It is important to save and invest part of your income if you want to attain financial freedom. Many people are poor savers, and statistics show that most working-class people are getting deeper into debt, and as debts climb, so it becomes even more difficult to start saving. So, Why Don’t People Save? Many…
The festive season has come and gone. How did you manage your money during the holidays? If you are like most people, you have probably spent too much and now have to face the following consequences: more debt to repay on your credit cards and less cash flow. This can be very tough and stressful….
I have recently had a great holiday. We had the privilege of spending a few days in Durban and did a cruise to an island off the Mozambican coast. While we as a family built many good memories, I also picked up some extra unwanted weight. My belt buckle is a little tighter, and the…
Jesus… “Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.” (Matthew 10:8) God hates seeing people in bondage. When he sees people in bondage it breaks his heart. God has all power and authority and can heal, deliver, and set free. “I am the…
Note: This post is part of a two-part series on healing. If you want to read part 2 (The Power Of God To Heal Is Available To You), click here to read this message. Are you sick, weary, burdened, crushed, bruised, or simply downtrodden by the calamities of this world? Bring them to Jesus. He…
The last year may have been bad. The good news is that it is over. You can praise God. You can wave it goodbye. A New Year is a great time to start afresh – You can begin again. Dare to dream. Aim high. Attempt great things with God and for God. Lift the lid….
Click here for healing message. God bless! Wow. Time flies! Can you believe that it is the start of a New Year? May this year be a great year for you and your family, where God’s hand of favor rests on you. May you experience God’s peace and joy, and may God bless you abundantly….
This Christmas don’t look to the stars for guidance. Look to the creator of the stars. May this Christmas season be filled with joy, life, and a peace that surpasses all understanding. May you and your family know and experience God’s abundant blessing and favor. I know the past year has not been easy. We…
May the light of Jesus shine on you this Christmas. Jesus is the light of the world, and He can bring light into your darkness. Light brings comfort. It protects. It reveals. It brings vision. It gives warmth. Light pushes back the darkness. Light expels fear. Light brings hope, life, and love. Light shines. Jesus said,…
Did you know that a caterpillar only lives for around 10 days? During this period, it lives the most selfish life possible. All it does is eat, eat, and eat! It does not care about anything or anyone, just juicy green leaves. After living this self-absorbed life, the ugly caterpillar spins a cocoon and seems…
At present, I have no doubt that you are being bombarded with BLACK FRIDAY deals. If you have been saving up for a specific item and you have the cash available, then I hope you can find a real bargain. But please be careful! Often, we buy things we don’t need, with money we don’t…
The Frog in the Pot There was a frog who jumped into a large pot of lukewarm water. He felt good. In fact, he was so comfortable that he fell asleep. While he relaxed, he was completely unaware of the danger he was in. Without realizing it, he was in serious trouble. The pot was…
Many are battling to manage their money well. Debt, cash flow crunches, and no nest egg for the future can cause one to be despondent and feel stressed out. However, you can make a few changes to your money management that can alleviate many of your stressors, and help you build toward financial freedom. You…
Over the years, I have practiced a simple strategy that has helped me in my money management. I want to share this strategy with you. Building wealth is a long-term process. It is all about making small positive changes over the long term. These strategies will not have overnight success but can help you build…
Many dream of attaining financial freedom, but few ever get close. Without a clear vision and an intentional plan, your wishes will only remain a pipe dream. But, if you will relook at your priorities and goals, and if you are prepared to implement a simple wealth-building strategy, you can set yourself up for a…
If your money management is out of sync, it can lead to debt, despair, and dread. When times are tough, if you are facing a financial crisis, or if you need to make important financial decisions, you need to put your hope in God. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not…
Today I want to share a few practical ideas that come straight out of the Bible, that can add value to your financial management, while helping you to build on your relationship with God. God wants to Walk the Journey with You 1. Make God your No. 1 priority: A priority is something that is…
A while back, I looked at the life expectancy tables of different animals, insects, and man. It’s amazing what you can Google these days! What started off as a fun fact-finding mission with my youngest child eventually ended in a sober judgment of life. Life is fragile. It is too short to get bitter and twisted. Therefore,…