How to Be Financially Successful p2 – Spend Responsibly
Matthew 6:25-34
Service: Sunday Morning
Date: November 23, 2008
Preacher: Jeff Noblit
A. The Sin Behind Irresponsible Spending: Greed
B. Damage of the Sin of Greed
1. Testimony
2. Family
3. Health
4. Friendships
C. Wealth does not equal Greed; Poor can have the Sin of Greed
Guidelines for Responsible Spending
1. Give tithe and offering first – Matthew 6:21; Luke 12:15.
2. Little or no debt for depreciating items. Proverbs 22:7
3. Husband over finances. He will be held responsible.
4. No credit debt.
5. Use a budget – Proverbs 21:5
6. Discuss purchases above a set amount with Spouse.
7. Keep a record of purchases and evaluate.
8. Buy clothes off season.
9. Plan meals monthly.
10. Get a family financial checkup.
Jonah 2:1-10
Service: Sunday Evening
Date: November 23, 2008
Preacher: Jeff Noblit
Future Grace
Fertilize the seeds of sustaining Faith – Romans 12:3;
Jonah 1:17 – an appointed fish
Germinate the seeds of sustaining Faith – Jonah prays to the Lord
Flourishing of the Faith – Jonah 2:7; 2 Corinthians 1:15; 2:16
Accepts God’s purposes – Jonah 2:3
It will work out.
It will work out for God’s glory.
It will work out for my good.
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