Everyone thought Adam Lambert had in the bag. But last night it was newlywed, worship singer and college student Kris Allen that walked away the winner. According to Fox News, judge Simon Cowell was the only one who did not give Allen a standing ovation. Allen’s pastor, Rick Bezet flew out to LA for the [...]
Would you take money from the offering plate? I’m not talking about stealing, I’m talking about responding to a genuine offer from your pastor that if you are struggling to take money from the offering plate. When giving was down at a Texas church Pastor Toby Slough thought his congregation was struggling. So he passed [...]
Among married couples, more and more women are making the decisions regarding charitable giving in their families. That’s according to a report about a new study sponsored by Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund. The online survey asked 1,000 adults a series of questions. Each participant had given $1,000 or more to charity in 2007. The survey [...]
I turned the big 3-0 last week. While I’m still adjusting to this new level of adulthood, I am excited about the freebies that I scored for my birthday. Back in the day it used to be great to go to your local chain restaurant for the free dessert on your big day. These days [...]
New York City is an amazing, beautiful and very expensive city. I just returned from spending nearly a week there and while just about everything in the city seems to cost more than it does where I live, we did manage to find some great deals! Here are a few of the best: Rent an [...]
The prices are right and the added incentives by the government have many people eyeing the real estate market. It is important to take your time and review your situation completely before getting in too deep. Having a mortgage broker that will work for you and with you is the first step in the right [...]
The more money that you can save then the less stress you are likely to feel each month. Little savings around the house can quickly add up and take some of the burden off your wallet. Tips for Saving around the Home 1. Play clothes – investing in a set of clothes that can be [...]
Sometimes shopping makes me feel like a bad person. I find myself thinking over and over, “I want that!” But I know as a Christian that stuff doesn’t matter and I shouldn’t covet it! That’s why when I come across people doing crazy things to fight consumerism and materialism I am so impressed. Check out [...]