Posts about Finances

The world is pretty good at clinging. Clinging to time, resources, and let’s not forget those last few fries at the bottom of the bag. It’s a “mine, mine, mine” mindset that’s kind of like a toddler who doesn’t want to share their toys.

Managing the rising costs of raising a family requires careful planning and budgeting. Medi-Share can play a pivotal role in helping families manage their finances effectively.

In a few weeks, my firstborn son will walk across a stage. The same stage where he nervously shook handbells in the second grade Christmas pageant. The same stage where he reluctantly played one of Snow White’s dwarves in sixth grade. The same stage where he humbly strummed guitar for worship band in eleventh grade.

As the calendar flips to a new year, the desire for a fresh start echoes within us all. After a month of disruptions, from irregular sleep patterns to indulgent spending, the longing for routine and a renewed perspective is palpable.

It might be time to make a resolution about New Year’s resolutions. In a study of 200 people who made New Year’s resolutions, 23% failed in the first week and only 19% kept their resolutions stable for two years. With that in mind, maybe this year we should resolve to look at the new year differently.

For young people entering adulthood, one of the ways that life hits hard is in the area of finances. In a financial literacy study conducted by the University of South Florida, less than half of college-graduate respondents could correctly answer three questions designed to determine financial aptitude.

Marriage is a strong commitment that requires love, trust, and loyalty. When two individuals become one in matrimony, they unite various aspects of their lives. One area couples may need help with is merging their finances after marriage due to differing opinions about money.

It is more blessed to give than to receive. -Jesus