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A Christian Worldview On Financial Success God's Way

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There are many financial principles that can be found in God’s word to counsel and to help people in their personal finances. These financial principles begin with God being the source of everything and that includes money. The second principle is that giving is essential in order to receive you must give. The third principle is that living on a margin it simply means allowing for things to happen. The fourth principle is on the concern of saving money and setting something aside for a rainy day. The fifth principle is the secret of Contentment how to be content with what one has. The sixth principle is to keep out unnecessary debt and thus avoiding the debt trap. The seventh principle is the importance of keeping records and making a budget. The eighth principle is work hard, nothing in life comes easy and behind every success are hours of hard work. The ninth principle is seeking God’s advice on large purchases and investments. The tenth principle that will be discussed is God’s recommendation to not co-sign. A Christian Worldview on Financial Success God’s Way Introduction …show more content…

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