Monday, May 08, 2006

Oneness in Our Finances

In 2002, 6% of born again adults gave to their local church. This represents an 8% decline from 2001 (14% of born again adults gave) and a 6% decline from 2000, (12% of all born again adults). (2003)
- Barna Group

33% of born again Christians say it is impossible for them to get ahead in life because of the financial debt they have incurred. (1997)
- Barna Group

"85-90% percent of couples who divorce say the number one problem they were having was finances." - Larry Burkett on FamilyLife Today.


How can we move toward unity in the area of our finances?
Both Spouses Need to Be In Submission to God's Word

LADIES: What if my husband is not taking the lead in our finances or in submission to God's word concerning finances, what do you do? READ Liberated Through Submission pg 127-128.

MEN: What if my wife is not in submission to the Scriptures concerning finances? Here's the answer: YOU show integrity and CONSISTENCY in this area! You're not going to "win her over" by beating her up verbally!

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