River Of Life - Cold Spring

"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." -Matthew 6:33 NIV Oftentimes, money is a source of conflict in marriage. We focus too much on materialism.In today's message, we are talking all about finances, stewardship, and budgeting. Materialism: I need it, I want it, I have to have it. Stewardship refers to God’s ownership and a human being’s partnership. When we give first place to the Father’s agenda, the Son’s priorities, and causes of God’s church, we invest in things that last forever. We misunderstand money and it’s used when we think it’s all ours, or even as 90% ours and 10% God’s. Today, we are going to challenge you to readjust, reschedule, replan, reprogram so that we put God first. Budgeting can also help couples with financial stress. 10-70-20 Budget 1. Subtract your tithe and taxes from your gross income. 2. Take 10% of what’s left and invest it. 3. Use 70% of the remainder for life expenses. 4. Apply 20% to pay down debt.