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Your Question:
How can I keep my family safe and healthy even when we're struggling financially?
Answer:
As a husband and father, I understand the challenges of keeping our family safe and healthy, especially when finances are tight. One crucial step is to teach my children the importance of budgeting and responsible spending. I make sure they understand how to make a budget, stick to it, and avoid debt. This not only helps them develop good financial habits but also shows them that I value their financial education and well-being. In addition to teaching financial literacy, I encourage my children to give back to the community. We volunteer at a local homeless shelter and nursing home, where they see firsthand the impact of kindness and generosity. We also have a family tradition of donating clothes and toys to charity, and I make sure they understand that giving is not just about abundance, but about obedience to God's command. By instilling these values, I hope to raise children who are grateful, responsible, and compassionate. As a pastor, I also recognize the importance of prayer and seeking God's guidance in managing our finances. I pray for wisdom to handle money wisely and make good decisions about how to spend. I also encourage my family to prioritize needs over wants and to be mindful of our blessings. By working together and seeking God's guidance, I believe we can maintain a healthy and balanced approach to finances, even in challenging times.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
the war on children
john macarthur
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
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