Am I now trying to win the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of God. Galatians 1:10 After publishing my devotional at Christmas, I felt exhilarated . . . and then disillusioned. For so […]
Finances
Building a Blessings Budget
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Last week, we attended family camp at Fort Wilderness. Our speaker for the week was Pastor Brian Kluth, speaker and writer on generosity, God’s provision, and legacy […]
5 Strategies to Avoid Unnecessary Spending
“Whom have I in heaven but You? And besides You, I desire nothing on earth. My flesh and my heart may fail, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 73:25-26 Part of adopting a minimalist approach to life is living only with those things that are necessary and bring […]
Minimalism and the Mindful Shopper
Yesterday, I went shopping. I didn’t want to go, but my new little soccer players needed shin guards for their first games today. Kohl’s department store loomed across the parking lot from Dick’s Sporting Goods. I brought the 30% off coupon that arrived in the mail, just in case. That coupon nearly burned a […]
8 Ways to Make Money from Home, Part 4
This is the last in a four-part series on making money from home. If you are just joining us, please head back and read parts one, two, and three. Today, we are deviating a bit from work “at home” to work outside the home that may accommodate the family schedule. 7. Some jobs are kid-friendly, […]
8 Ways to Make Money from Home, Part 3
Welcome back to our four-part series on how to make money from home. In week one, we explored the idea of time as a commodity and different online sales opportunities. Last week, we took a look at rummage sales and online survey sites. Today, we will delve into the myriad services one can provide from […]
8 Ways to Make Money from Home, Part 2
This is the second in a four-part series running each Thursday in June. Last Thursday, we looked at using our time wisely to conserve and generate income, as well as selling items on-line. Today, we are exploring the pros and cons of rummage sales and on-line survey sites. 3. Holding a rummage sale. Ahhh, […]
8 Ways to Make Money from Home, Part 1
For those of us that are not in a position to make money outside of the home, I have compiled a list- by no means comprehensive- to add a little extra income to the budget by working from home. Each Thursday in June, I will cover two of the eight ideas. Today, we will talk […]