One of the greatest measures of our spiritual maturity is how we handle the resources God has given to us.
On this page, you will find a number of tools to help you become a good steward.
There are two basic points of view regarding how to manage money. (in order of priority)
CULTURAL
BIBLICAL
Acquire
Dedicate
Enjoy
Plan
Repay
Give
Save
Save
Give
Repay
Plan
Enjoy
6 PRACTICAL SKILLS
#1 DEDICATE
"The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it." Psalm 24:1 (NIV)
#2 PLAN
Look honestly at where you are. Practice keeping good records.
#3 GIVE
TITHE - the first 10% OFFERINGS - what I choose to give back above the tithe
#4 SAVE
"Money that comes easily disappears quickly, but money that is gathered little by little will grow." Proverbs 13:11
#5 REPAY
"Pay all your debts, except the debt of love for others." Romans 13:8
#6 ENJOY
"I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, wether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything throught Him who gives me strength." Philippians 4:12-13
FBC FOUNDATION
The purpose of FBC
Foundation/Tower Society is to provide financial support for major building and maintenance projects of First Baptist Church and thus support and maintain its ministries.
God wants me to experience FULFILLMENT "You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing." - Psalm 145:16 (NIV)
God wants me to experience FAITHFULNESS "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!" - Matthew 25:21 (NIV)
God wants me to experience FREEDOM "My brothers and sisters, God called you to be free, but do not use your freedom as an excuse to do what pleases your sinful self. Serve each other with love." - Galatians 5:13 (NIV)
It is a Matter of the Heart
My heart can only be one place "Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." - Matthew 6:21 (NIV)
My heart is where my actions begin "For the love of money is at the root of all kinds of evil." - 1 Timothy 6:10 (NIV)
My heart can only have one loyalty "No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money." - Matthew 6:24 (NIV)
It is a Matter of Eternal Significance
"Store your treasures in heaven, where they will never become moth-eaten and where they will be safe from thieves." - Matthew 6:20 (NIV)
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