Sermon Encore

Yesterday’s lesson on “What Christians Do in an Economic Crisis” was timely, considering the gloomy economic news Americans have been getting over the last several weeks.  It’s going to take awhile for us to recover, so the points I shared yesterday bear repeating.

What do Christians do in the face of financial trouble?

1. They don’t panic.
2. They learn the end of greed.
3. They don’t lose their priorities.
4. They manage their money.
5. They seize opportunities.

As the stock market plummets, housing prices dive, the dollar slides, and failures occur in investment banking, Christians ought to show the world what faith can do in trying times.  By conducting ourselves in a Christian manner, we will get the world’s attention and give glory to God (Matt. 5:16).

Money management is a biblical concept (Prov. 13:18; 27:23-24).  It has never been easier to access financial resources now that so much has been made available on the Internet.  Need help making a budget?  Download a “Quickie Budget” and start today.  Looking for a one-stop resource for tips, interest and mortgage rates, stock values, advice, and commentary?  Go to www.bankrate.com.