“you ought to have deposited my money with the bankers“
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Read more: I Don’t Plan to Retire. Why Should I Save for Retirement?
Many missionaries struggle with the concept of retirement. Retirement is often viewed as sitting on a beach in Florida, sipping mimosas, going to country clubs, and avoiding any type of work. This version of retirement is rejected many believers who view their entire life as belonging to the Lord and […]
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Read more: Favorite Reward Credit Cards with No Annual Fee
The responsible use of the right credit cards can lead to rewards that add up quickly. Before thinking about earning rewards with these cards, keep in mind that no credit card can offer any reward worth paying finance charges (the term for interest charges on credit cards). If you’re not […]
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Read more: I am Concerned About ID Theft. What Can I Do? (for free)
Recent years have generated a lot of buzz for identity theft, a growing crime that can affect anyone. According to the Center for Victim Studies, one out of every ten Americans has either been a victim of ID theft or knows someone who has. Maybe you’ve not been effected but […]
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Is Support for Your Work or Your Needs?
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Read more: Is Support for Your Work or Your Needs?In 1 Timothy 5, Paul instructs Timothy on church leaders and states, “the worker is worthy of his wages” (1 Tim 5:18b). This verse, along with others, have long been used to support the concept of vocational Christian workers, including pastors and missionaries. The funds that these laborers receive are […]
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Read more: Life Hacks for Saving Money on Everyday Expenses
Gas: Upside – use app to claim offer get cash back on gas purchases and restaurants Pro: Can be used with any credit/debit card of choice (so it can stack with a gas rewards credit card) Con: Occasionally a receipt is required to verify a purchase which can be inconvenient to […]
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Are Credit Cards Good?
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Read more: Are Credit Cards Good?The answer depends on another question: is it possible use a credit card like it is a debit card? Credit cards are terrible if I intend to use them to purchase anything that I cannot immediately afford. The interest rates are crippling, and any benefits derived from cards are vastly […]
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Best App for Budgeting
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Read more: Best App for BudgetingDo you know where every dollar you spend goes? Do you ever feel like money just seems to disappear? One of the biggest struggles for families is keeping track of expenses, especially with different bank accounts and the possibility of the use of cards and cash by multiple family members […]