Freedom 5:one Blog

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  • The Blessings of Daily Bread- Intro

    I would not have made a very good Israelite in the days of Manna.  You remember those right?  The nation of Israel had recently exited from Egypt under the strong arm of the Lord and had left the Egyptians in… Continue reading

  • Is Holiness part of Stewardship?

    Our ministry is a stewardship ministry. That means that we help families and individuals respond well to the truth that God owns all things. Even the name of this blog reflects the drum that we beat on a regular basis.… Continue reading

  • Should a kid get an allowance?

    Listen in to a classic discussion on the rules of giving kids an allowance…   Continue reading

  • Manna Living

    I am in the middle of processing payroll and about to pay bills. Looks like it is going to be a MANNA month. What is a Manna month you ask? A manna month is one in which the Lord is… Continue reading

  • Alms Giving Gives the Giver Confidence

    Have you ever wondered if your faith is genuine? You may be able to recite all the creeds and your behavior is consistent with what you read in the Bible and the Christian subculture you associate with. But, you are… Continue reading

  • Signs of a Healthy Financial System: Generosity

    Warren Buffett is known for his one-liners and one of his most memorable ones is about financial mismanagement. He says, “You only find out who is swimming naked when the tide goes out!” By that I think he means that… Continue reading

  • Signs of a Healthy Financial System: Do You Have a Good Plan?

    We all grow up dreaming of a Wonderful Life. Family and friends who love us. Good job. Nice house. Plenty of food. Enough money to take care of our needs and even some of our wants. When I got married… Continue reading

  • Free Book

    For a limited time, we are offering a free copy of Tim Howington’s best selling book How to Manage Yourself when there is No Money to Manage.  We say best selling tongue in cheek since Tim has written two books… Continue reading

  • Balance Your Checkbook Please!

    There was a day in the not so distant past where balancing your checkbook was a given. Before the days of the debit card and electronic banking, it was pretty important to make sure that you agreed with the bank… Continue reading

  • Is Your God Big Enough for Your Money Troubles?

    Last night my son exposed me to the biggest star that science has discovered to date. The name of the star is VY Canis Majoris. Before I begin to spew my Astronomical ignorance or steal the thunder from the video… Continue reading