I once heard the opinion that a wife should not work outside the home - even if the couple has no kids. Once upon a time, I thought that advice was silly at best, and perhaps even verging on ludicrous. That was eleven years ago. Today, I'm much more inclined to see the wisdom of that advice. I still don't agree, but I see the wisdom in it. At least it is important for young couples … [Read more...]
Three Destructive Dangers of the 10% Only Doctrine
There was a time in my life when I gave 10% of everything I earned. It's what I was taught to do. I think it is an important stage in learning to give. I'm thankful that I was taught how to give. I'm thankful that I had the opportunity to learn to give with a cheerful heart. Still, it can be dangerous if we believe all God ever asks, wants, or requires from us is 10% for the rest of our … [Read more...]
Cosigning a Loan | A Chronicle of the Many Dangers
If you are a mean, hard, and calloused individual, you need not read this post about cosigning a loan. However, if you have a tendency toward niceness and kindness flows within you, then you need to read this post line by line. MSN Money says you should never cosign a loan. I'm not sure if never is the right word, but it would need to be a really unique situation. The nicer you are, the … [Read more...]