“I never would have been able to tithe the first million dollars I ever made if I had not tithed my first salary, which was $1.50 per week.” — John D. Rockefeller, Sr
I have a picture of a clock because stewardship is not just about money but about all our resources including time. What are the top priorities in our life? All of our resources should reflect these priorities.
According to the American institute of CPA’s Americans spend $1.22 for every $1.00 earned. On About.com, Erin Huffstetler, gives these guidelines for frugal living, “In actuality, you only need four things to survive: A roof over your head. Enough food and water to maintain your health. Basic health care and hygiene products. Clothing (just what you need to remain comfortable and appropriately dressed). Everything that goes beyond this – a big house, name-brand clothes, fancy foods and drinks, a new car – is a want.”
I hope that by educating our young people on the differences between wants and needs and being good stewards they will not make the same mistakes that has gotten our country into it's current financial troubles.
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