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Growth What is your Number One Challenge with Money?

Sandy Zalecki

Sandy Zalecki

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“For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith, in their greediness and pierced themselves though with many sorrows.” (1 Timothy 6:10) NKJ

Money in and of itself is not a problem, but the love of money is. Love of money is the root of greed and it will drive a person to do all kinds of things and stray from the faith. Christians may be blinded by greed and materialism to such a degree that they break away from their faith. Materialism is the root of pain.

Many of us are having issues with money today. We all seem to be coming up short. The economy is bad and people just don’t have as much money as they have had in the past. It isn’t getting any better.

Others have their worth tied to money. They feel that success is tied to the big house, the nice car, and all the stuff. Do you feel worthless when your self worth goes down?

Still others get frustrated when they don’t get the sale or they lose money on a business deal. Others go through life miserable because they have a job that they hate yet they must keep the job because they have so many bills to pay.

Do you connect with any of these scenarios? I am starting a five-day series on “What is your relationship with money?” We know that the Lord will provide everything we need, but do you trust Him to provide for you?

So, please tell me, what is your number one Challenge with Money? I would like to address some of the issues that really bother you on our Wednesday night call.
 
Sandy Zalecki said:
“For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith, in their greediness and pierced themselves though with many sorrows.” (1 Timothy 6:10) NKJ

Money in and of itself is not a problem, but the love of money is. Love of money is the root of greed and it will drive a person to do all kinds of things and stray from the faith. Christians may be blinded by greed and materialism to such a degree that they break away from their faith. Materialism is the root of pain.

Many of us are having issues with money today. We all seem to be coming up short. The economy is bad and people just don’t have as much money as they have had in the past. It isn’t getting any better.

Others have their worth tied to money. They feel that success is tied to the big house, the nice car, and all the stuff. Do you feel worthless when your self worth goes down?

Still others get frustrated when they don’t get the sale or they lose money on a business deal. Others go through life miserable because they have a job that they hate yet they must keep the job because they have so many bills to pay.

Do you connect with any of these scenarios? I am starting a five-day series on “What is your relationship with money?” We know that the Lord will provide everything we need, but do you trust Him to provide for you?

So, please tell me, what is your number one Challenge with Money? I would like to address some of the issues that really bother you on our Wednesday night call.
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Sandy, I can't do the long distance calling. Can you, by any chance, do your ministry here in the forum? I would really like that, and could get involved.

My financial problems are that I got into debt and all of a sudden, I needed three operations which took away a very good paying job. Now my wife and I are paying it all back without much left over. Presently, we have to be very careful with our spending.
 
I have a tendency to want to fit in and spend. its not big with me but more so with my wife. she doesn't believe in jesus and wont allow giving. I don't spend on much but I took take pride in what my wife does with the home. we use credit to do that. im tired of taking time from family to do this. she knows. Im also well from the army in me trained to be assertive. if I look for chance to promote my self, I work towards that. this isn't bad but it can go to far.
 
Chopper said:
Sandy, I can't do the long distance calling. Can you, by any chance, do your ministry here in the forum? I would really like that, and could get involved.

My financial problems are that I got into debt and all of a sudden, I needed three operations which took away a very good paying job. Now my wife and I are paying it all back without much left over. Presently, we have to be very careful with our spending.
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Maybe I can do something else. Do you have audio on your computer?
 
My problem with money, is not having enough of it. I have high overhead and meeting the bills each month is a challenge. Yet, at the same time, I am content, as Paul taught, and I have confidence that the Lord will take care of me. The Lord has shown me, time and time again, that He always helps, it seems to always be at the last minute, yet never late. I eat every day, the lights are still on, I still have a roof over my head.

I do not feel worthless when my self worth (monetary worth) goes down.
 
Number One challenge with money? Sheesh. I don't have enough of it, that's the challenge.
I could return to college in april and get my degree within a year, but that's not going to happen because I don't know what money to live of as a student.
 
Pray this prayer everyday:

In the Name of Jesus, I decree from this moment forward, I see myself the way God sees me. I am highly favored of the Lord. I am crowned with glory and honor. I am the righteousness of God in Christ and reigning as a King in life through the one man Jesus Christ the Messiah.

In Jesus’ Name, I declare by faith that I walk in divine favor. I have preferential treatment, supernatural increase, restoration, increased assets, great victories, recognition, prominence, petitions granted, policies and rules changed and battles won I do not have to fight, all because of the Blessing and favor of God on my life.

In Jesus’ Name, every morning when I arise, I expect divine favor to go before me and surround me as with a shield with good will and pleasures forevermore. Doors are now open for me that men say are impossible to open. No obstacle can stop me, and no hindrances can delay me.

In Jesus’ Name, I am honored by my Father, as I receive genuine favor that comes directly from Him. I am special to Him. I am the object of His affection. I am blessed and highly favored of the Lord, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
 
Owe nothing to anyone--except for your obligation to love one another. If you love your neighbor, you will fulfill the requirements of God's law. Romans 13:8 NLT; Romans 13:8 AMP commands us to kept out of debt.

You may recognize “mammon” as a New Testament word. Jesus mentions it in a couple of places. For example, in Matthew 6, Jesus declares, “No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.”

Mammon (money) is a very evil spirit that works with the "spirit of pride" and the "spirit of python".

The "spirit of python" is the General - it is a deadly and sneaky spirit.

For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12 NKJV.

There is a evil spiritual realm that we must understand that has put many Christians in debt!

As I have stated before:

Jesus says in John 18:36 NKJV, “My kingdom is not of this world." If your prayers aren't being answered, your thoughts, words, and deeds are not in line with the "kingdom of God". When Christians mix worldliness (man thoughts) with the "kingdom of God" the Kingdoms enter into conflict. This is why Jesus tells us, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." If things are not being added your thoughts, words, and deeds are in conflict with the "kingdom of God.

Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would fight, so that I should not be delivered to the Jews; but now My kingdom is not from here.” John 18:36 NKJV

When the hedge is up the serpent can't strike - Ecclesiastes 10:8
DO NOT BRENCH YOUR OWN SECURITY!
 
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iLOVE said:
Pray this prayer everyday:

In the Name of Jesus, I decree from this moment forward, I see myself the way God sees me. I am highly favored of the Lord. I am crowned with glory and honor. I am the righteousness of God in Christ and reigning as a King in life through the one man Jesus Christ the Messiah.

In Jesus’ Name, I declare by faith that I walk in divine favor. I have preferential treatment, supernatural increase, restoration, increased assets, great victories, recognition, prominence, petitions granted, policies and rules changed and battles won I do not have to fight, all because of the Blessing and favor of God on my life.

In Jesus’ Name, every morning when I arise, I expect divine favor to go before me and surround me as with a shield with good will and pleasures forevermore. Doors are now open for me that men say are impossible to open. No obstacle can stop me, and no hindrances can delay me.

In Jesus’ Name, I am honored by my Father, as I receive genuine favor that comes directly from Him. I am special to Him. I am the object of His affection. I am blessed and highly favored of the Lord, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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Amen!
 
Sandy Zalecki said:
So, please tell me, what is your number one Challenge with Money?
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I have no issues with money. The Lord provides just enough to see me through. Sure, it would be nice to have a little extra here and there, but I learned to live without, so it really doesn't bother me.
 
I don't have any debt, but what's hard for me is to save money. I am practicing saving money starting this month! :)
 
Angel said:
I don't have any debt, but what's hard for me is to save money. I am practicing saving money starting this month! :)
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I'm good at saving money. The only problem is, slow pay customers, slow work, so I wind up spending it to stop shut off notices. Praise the Lord it always works out.
 
Would anyone like to have the money to give more to their church or help someone in need? If you had money to give, who would you give it to?
 
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Do you have a special ministry or church that you love more than others? Something you would like to dedicate time and money to if you could?
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No.

If and when I give, it is always to those less fortunate than myself. People who will benefit directly from what is given.
 
Sandy Zalecki said:
Would anyone like to have the money to give more to their church or help someone in need? If you had money to give, who would you give it to?
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Yes I would. I would help the same people that I always help. One church, which I attend irregularly, and have volunteered for in the past, and the poor and homeless which I see at times here and there around town.

I have slight (very slight) misgivings to each scenario. At the church, do they really help people? (My wife's fav reason for not giving to the church at all was that we'd be paying the car payment for the Pastors Cadillac, which may not help the people that we would like to think we helped.) Then there's the poor on the street, I like giving the money to females because, it's highly likely that they have children at home, single mom, etc., but one time I gave a girl some money, I heard her whistle as I drove away, and I saw her young able-bodied looking boyfriend ride over to her on a bike to collect my cash from her. I felt set up and that perhaps they would just use it for drugs or whatever. Does this matter though? If the church mis-uses the money, isn't that between them and God? I gave to the church, which was I was supposed to do, and after that, not my business. Sort of the same with the poor. I should not judge them, it's between them and God. The important thing is, my heart and the Spirit of giving, helping others.

When I work for people, I can tell when I walk in if they have money or are poor. A little bit of conversation will reveal if they are married, widowed, etc., I like to take it easy on widows, for that is scriptural.

Your question though, is two-fold, whether you realize it or not. If you had more money, would you help more...? which begs the question...Do we need more, to help more? I could give more, easily, even now. But! do I really need more money to give more? Or just more faith in the Lord perhaps, that He would help me more. I could sell all of my property and give it all to the poor. The Lord would take care of me. Do I have it in me to do that? Hmmm.
 
Edward said:
Yes I would. I would help the same people that I always help. One church, which I attend irregularly, and have volunteered for in the past, and the poor and homeless which I see at times here and there around town.

I have slight (very slight) misgivings to each scenario. At the church, do they really help people? (My wife's fav reason for not giving to the church at all was that we'd be paying the car payment for the Pastors Cadillac, which may not help the people that we would like to think we helped.) Then there's the poor on the street, I like giving the money to females because, it's highly likely that they have children at home, single mom, etc., but one time I gave a girl some money, I heard her whistle as I drove away, and I saw her young able-bodied looking boyfriend ride over to her on a bike to collect my cash from her. I felt set up and that perhaps they would just use it for drugs or whatever. Does this matter though? If the church mis-uses the money, isn't that between them and God? I gave to the church, which was I was supposed to do, and after that, not my business. Sort of the same with the poor. I should not judge them, it's between them and God. The important thing is, my heart and the Spirit of giving, helping others.

When I work for people, I can tell when I walk in if they have money or are poor. A little bit of conversation will reveal if they are married, widowed, etc., I like to take it easy on widows, for that is scriptural.

Your question though, is two-fold, whether you realize it or not. If you had more money, would you help more...? which begs the question...Do we need more, to help more? I could give more, easily, even now. But! do I really need more money to give more? Or just more faith in the Lord perhaps, that He would help me more. I could sell all of my property and give it all to the poor. The Lord would take care of me. Do I have it in me to do that? Hmmm.
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Here's irony for you. I am trying to sell my property so I can give it all to the service of the Lord, but I can't sell it. Does that mean the the Lord doesn't want me to sell my property or what? Maybe is just isn't His timing yet.
 
Sandy Zalecki said:
Here's irony for you. I am trying to sell my property so I can give it all to the service of the Lord, but I can't sell it. Does that mean the the Lord doesn't want me to sell my property or what? Maybe is just isn't His timing yet.
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I think perhaps you're right. That he might not want you to sell it. I can say one thing with confidence. You are right where he wants you for now, does that make sense? I think it does. What God wants, comes to pass.
 
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