Monday, December 6, 2010

7 Money Lessons from the Bible

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via BLACK ENTERPRISE by Sheiresa Ngo on 12/6/10

The Bible is not only a source of inspiration, comfort, and a guide for living, but also a guide for how you should manage your money. Take a look at what you can learn from this powerful book. —Sheiresa Ngo #####

Take control of debt.

“The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.” —Proverbs 22:7 #####

Keep track of your money and think before you spend.

“Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it?” —Luke 14:28 #####

Leave wealth for the next generation.

“A good man leaves an inheritance for his children’s children...”   —Proverbs 13:22a #####

Be honest in your financial dealings.

“Dishonest money dwindles away, but he who gathers money little by little makes it grow.”     —Proverbs 13:11 #####

Seek financial counsel.

“Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.”      —Proverbs 15:22 #####

Use caution when co-signing a loan.

“A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.”   —Proverbs 17:18 #####

Pay your taxes.

“Give everyone what you owe him: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.” —Proverbs 13:7 #####

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