‘Know the state of your flocks, and put your heart into caring for your herds, for riches don’t last forever, and the crown might not be passed to the next generation. After the hay is harvested and the new crop appears and the mountain grasses are gathered in, your sheep will provide wool for clothing, and your goats will provide the price of a field. And you will have enough goats’ milk for yourself, your family, and your servant girls.’ Proverbs 27:23-27(NLT)
‘“But don’t begin until you count the cost. For who would begin construction of a building without first calculating the cost to see if there is enough money to finish it? Otherwise, you might complete only the foundation before running out of money, and then everyone would laugh at you. They would say, ‘There’s the person who started that building and couldn’t afford to finish it!’’ Luke 14:28-30(NLT)
Welcome to your journey through scripture, uncovering twelve essential building blocks to a love that lasts. First up: finances.
Did you think we would start with something easy? No way! We’re taking one of the hardest ones, because we’re serious about helping you build a lasting love with your spouse.
The thing about finances is that so many couples don’t like to talk about it. Whether it’s out of embarrassment, or not wanting to acknowledge the truth of it, or just a discontent of talking money, far too many couples let this topic languish – until they’re in trouble.
But scripture lets us know that not only is this a topic to talk about, but it’s also something to plan for.
Your finances are a resource, something for you to steward. You can spend your money how you want, as long as you do it in good conscience, and you both are on the same page, and that you’re doing it intentionally.
Get a plan, get on the same page, and then stay on it. And watch what God does in your relationship as a result.
from 12 Days To A Love That Lasts