Financial Freedom is created by…

  • True contentment is found when we are at peace and have a deep trust in God’s provision. It includes having no regret of the past, no envy of the present, and no fear of the future. Money cannot buy happiness, or purchase eternal life. When we are content with what we have, we are free from materialism. This means freedom to follow the Lord and freedom to pursue His will and mission.

    1 Timothy 6:6-7 “But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world” ESV

  • Wisdom begins with reverence for God and a fear for Him and His Word. “The wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere” (James 3:17, ESV). Biblical wisdom is divine knowledge and understanding of everyday life, enabling individuals to make wise choices, act with discernment, and live in accordance with God’s will.

    Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths” ESV

  • Stewardship is rooted in the understanding that nothing we possess belongs to us, everything is owned by God. We are given his resources to advance the Kingdom, which includes our time, possessions, and talents. Financial planning is biblical and is a means to good stewardship, to freedom from the god of materialism, and a means of protection against the waste of the resources God has entrusted to our care.

    Psalm 24:1 “The earth is the Lords and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein” ESV

  • Financial faithfulness is a lifelong journey that requires ongoing intentionality, prayer, and reliance on God’s guidance in financial matters. Faithfulness requires using our finances in ways that align with His principles and teachings.

    Philippians 4:13 “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” ESV

FAQs

  • The concept of a Christian retirement is seen not as an end, but as a new phase for engaging in valuable, purpose-driven activities aligned with your beliefs.

  • The Bible does not explicitly prohibit borrowing or being in debt. However, it does warn about the dangers and potential negative consequences of debt. This implies a need for caution and careful consideration when it comes to borrowing money or taking on debt, in line with the broader biblical principles of financial stewardship and responsibility.

    Proverbs 22:7, “The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is the slave of the lender.”

  • The Bible emphasizes that while we must fulfill our civic duty to pay taxes, it's more important for believers to focus on being wise stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. We suggest striking a balance between honoring governmental authority and practicing biblical stewardship, aiming to pay exactly what we owe—nothing more, nothing less—rather than carelessly overpaying through poor planning. This perspective encourages prioritizing faithful stewardship and wise financial management over simply accepting whatever tax burden comes our way.

    Romans 13:6-7 (ESV): "For because of this you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, attending to this very thing. Pay to all what is owed to them: taxes to whom taxes are owed, revenue to whom revenue is owed, respect to whom respect is owed, honor to whom honor is owed."

  • Retirement is an opportunity to live out values of selflessness, generosity, and compassion. This stage of life offers a unique and enriching time to make meaningful contributions to the well-being of others, thereby finding greater fulfillment and spiritual blessings. The Bible encourages people to use their time and resources to create a legacy of kindness and service and this extends beyond their working years.

    Acts 20:35, “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

  • The Bible emphasizes that while leaving a financial inheritance can be impactful, it's more important for believers to focus on building a legacy of faith and ministry. We suggest striking a balance between financial security and spiritual wealth, aiming for treasures that last forever, rather than just material wealth. This perspective encourages prioritizing spiritual goals and values over solely accumulating financial wealth for future generations.

    Proverbs 13:22, “A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous.”