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Your Question:
how can i make ends meet on a fixed income?
Answer:
The struggle of making ends meet on a fixed income is one I'm familiar with, especially as a pastor of a local evangelical church. I've seen many families in our community struggle to make ends meet, and it's a challenge that requires careful planning and discipline. The key is to create a budget that accounts for all of your necessary expenses, and then prioritize your spending based on your values. As I've learned from my own experience, it's essential to be mindful of our spending habits and make sure we're not overspending on comforts and luxuries. My wife Susan and I have had to make some tough decisions over the years to ensure that we're living within our means. We've had to cut back on some of our discretionary spending, such as dining out or taking vacations, in order to make sure we have enough money set aside for savings and giving. By being intentional with our spending, we've been able to make ends meet and even give generously to our church and other charitable causes. One of the most important things I've learned is the importance of living below our means and being grateful for what we have. As the Bible says, "Give generously to them and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to" (Deuteronomy 15:10). By being mindful of our finances and giving generously, we can trust that God will provide for us and help us make ends meet.
Sources:
mere christianity
c s lewis
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
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