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Ozeme J Bonnette - ArticlesOzeme J. Bonnette is a financial coach, speaker, and the author of Get What Belongs to You: A Christian Guide to Managing Your Finances. She began her career at Merrill Lynch, and now works to increase financial literacy. She teaches Biblical Economics and speaks to groups and organizations throughout the U.S. She earned 3 Bachelor’s degrees at Fresno State and an MBA at UCLA’s Anderson School. She blogs at http://www.povertynorriches.com.
Find her online at http://www.thechristianmoneycoach.com. Send questions and comments to ozeme@thechristianmoneycoach.com. Christians are Held to Higher StandardsAlthough we live in this world, the Bible tells us in Romans 12:2 that we should not conform to the ways of the world. As Christians, we are held to different standards, higher standards. Avoid the Bumps on the Road to RetirementThe way we handle our finances requires a changed attitude. There is no better time than the present to make sure that you are on the right track to a comfortable retirement. The sooner you are able to correct your current course of action, the better it will be for you financially. The True Costs of DebtIt is important to look at how responsible we are with managing the finances we use when giving. There are times when we give to others (or to ourselves) to an extent that it puts us in extreme debt. It's one of the biggest concerns for the majority of Americans. We believe in buying now and paying later, but it's not in our best interest. What Does the Bible Say about Giving?Giving is our foundation. Remember John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." (NIV) If God cared enough about us to give His only son for our benefit, we should care enough about each other to willingly give of our resources to help those in need. Giving is all about attitude. God Wants a Changed Attitude Toward MoneyWhile we may have lots of material possessions right now, they are only temporary. We definitely can't take them with us when we leave this world. We should focus on allowing God to be in control of everything, including our money, so that He can work through us to improve not only our lives, but also the lives of those around us. Uncovering the Truth about DiversificationSometimes, when we set goals for our retirement accounts, we concentrate only on the potential for positive returns. Then, we find ourselves ready to change our minds when the road gets a little rough. It is important to truly understand what diversification is in order to properly set up our investment accounts in a way that enables us to remain comfortable over the long term. College Funding - Can We Still Afford to Help Our Children Pay for College?With such a volatile economy, most investment account values have been down. College savings accounts are also down. It also doesn't help to see college costs increasing at such high rates. Now, many parents are wondering whether they will still be able to help their children with college expenses. Here are some ideas that may help you determine the best way to help your children with their higher education expenses. Understanding How to Take Care of God's PropertyWe know that everything we own really belongs to God. He is the one in control, and if we seek His Kingdom first, He will provide everything we need. Let's look at how to take care of God's property. Get Your FInances in Order God's WayToday, we will look at three facts that will challenge you to further explore your perception of your finances. These concepts will help you move into a more peaceful frame of mind when it comes to thinking about money. Evaluating the Roth IRA Conversion OpportunityComplacency with monitoring our accounts' diversification can lead to unnecessary risk. It is best not to be complacent about considering the current IRA conversion opportunity. It can be beneficial for many investors, and now may be a great time to consider whether it is right for you.
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