Friday, February 8, 2008
because of your own understanding, cease!...for riches certainly make themselves wings..." Prov. 23:4-5
"That I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth, that I may fill their treasuries." Proverbs 8:21
Money is the root of much marital discord. Ask yourself, "Am I being negative toward my husband in the area of finances?" Determine not to speak evil of your husband in this area. Discover ways to encourage and help him instead.
Does your husband handle finances wisely? Does he make good financial investments, based on biblical principles? Does he have a budget? Does he make wise decisions about purchases - checking many sources before he buys? Is he a good steward of his money before the Lord? Let him know how much you appreciate his strengths in financial matters.
If he is weak in this area, encourage any good decisions that he does make. Perhaps you can help him, if he's open to the idea, by organizing financial files or providing other practical assistance. Or, if he wants you to handle the finances, ask for his input before you make decisions that will affect him.
I am the financial planner in our home. Dear husband brings home the check and I disperse where it is needed (mortgage, food, utility, husband's weekly allowances ). He has no qualms with me paying the bills. He knows that I am wise with our money. We are in sync, when it comes to planning for retirement.
We were living on overtime for so long, that when dear husband was back on straight time, it was a struggle to maintain the lifestyle we were use to. We cut back on eating out, reduced kids' allowances, less trips to the mall and Lowes, etc.
It has been a blessing. Our children are learning the value of money. They understand that it takes a long time to earn money , but it takes a short time to spend it. The children also are witnessing the firm foundation of their parent's marriage.
Copyright Revive Our Hearts. Written by Nancy Leigh DeMoss. Used with permission. http://reviveourhearts.com/.
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