Матай 19:23-24

Money is an essential means of conducting the affairs in our lives. With it, we purchase necessities, pay bills, tithe, support ministries, and give to those in need. As legitimate as these transactions are, it’s worth asking ourselves about our motives and priorities. Do we possess money, or does it possess us? Or better yet, do we manage money wisely since, ultimately, God owns it all (Psalm 50:10)? Let’s do some thinking and praying about our finances this week.

The world is full of good and beautiful things: breathtaking creation, delicious food, exciting adventures, and kind-hearted people. Scripture reminds us that God delights in giving good and perfect gifts to his children, and yet, how often do we settle for partial goodness instead of the fullness God has to offer? In this reading plan, let’s discover what Scripture has to say about the temptation we all face to try and satisfy ourselves with God’s good gifts instead of God himself.

How can the fruit of the spirit win the battle against the sins of my flesh? This four-day reading plan shows the battles of JOY versus jealousy, greed, self-pity, and ungratefulness. Kristi Krauss uses the fruit of the spirit found in Galatians 5 as a guide to spur us into action to become champions of JOY in our daily lives.

Are you retired or getting close? Although the term “retirement planning” is primarily focused on finances and healthcare, there is much more to it than that. In this study, we uncover what the Bible say about retirement and what that means for you. Join our mostly-retired-from-the-workforce author as we delve deep into God’s plan for retirement. CAUTION: content might be surprising!