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The following materials
can provide valuable additional perspective relating to biblically-based financial stewardship.
Connecting
Larry Crabb; Word Publishing, 1997.(For G$ Counselors)
Crabb has the vision that the communities of ordinary Christians
whose lives regularly intersect can accomplish most of the good
that we now depend on mental health professionals to provide. While
Good $ense counselors are not attempting to replace mental health
professionals, "connecting" with our clients and helping
them with their personal finances can accomplish much more than
we often imagine. This is an excellent book from which to gain a
deeper understanding of the potential impact of the counselor's
role.
Consumed
Benjamin R. Barber, Norton, 2007
Not written from a biblical perspective but a powerful analysis of how our current market-oriented culture "corrupts children, infantalizes adults, and swallows citizens whole."
Debt-Proof Your Kids
Mary Hunt; Amereon Press, 1989
An excellent, hard-hitting book with lots of "straight talk"
and good ideas for "debt-proofing" kids. Mary also publishes
the Cheapskate Monthly newsletter, which can be ordered by calling
800-550-3502.
Faithful Finances
101
Gary Moore; Templeton Foundation Press, 2003
The subtitle to Gary's
book is "From the poverty of fear and greed to the riches of
spiritual investing" and that says a great deal. Gary is part-economist, part-theologian, part philosopher, part-investing professional
and part-psychologist and has a wonderful ability to bring all those
disciplines together in addressing the issues faced by the Christian
seeking to invest ethically and wisely.
Financial Freedom
Ray Linder; Moody Publishers, 1999
An excellent book, very well grounded in scripture. Linder
defines financial freedom as an attitude, not an amount, and
proceeds to make the case that true financial freedom comes
only when we use our money to acquire freedom for others,
instead of self.
God and Your Stuff
Wesley Willmer, Navpress,
2002
Willmer is an established authority on stewardship and articulates
in a compelling way the crucial connection between our eternal
souls and our earthly possessions. Chapter 8, entitled
"What You Should Expect From Your Church" is particularly
relevant to those involved in local church stewardship ministry.
Money, Possessions
and Eternity
Randy Alcorn; Tyndale House, 2003
Excellent integration of biblical truths and practical ways to live
them. Very challenging. Highly recommended reading for all people
involved in the ministry.
Money, Purpose, Joy
Matt Bell, Nav Press, 2009
This book is a great combination of biblical principles and day-to-day application, all presented in a way that leads the reader to consideration of the deeper issues around money - issues of purpose and joy!
Pursuing Spiritual Transformation:
Giving
Ortberg, Pederson, Poling; Willow Creek Community Church,
2000
The questions at the end of each chapter of this study booklet make
it good material for small group study and discussion.
Sound Mind Investing
Austin Pryor; Victor Books, 2001
Pryor does an excellent job of presenting thoroughly researched
material on a complex topic in laymen's terms and does it all from
an overtly Christian perspective. He also publishes a monthly newsletter
and has a website at www.soundmindinvesting.com that's well worth
checking into.
The Millionaire Next Door
Stanley and Danko; Longstreet
Press, 1996
This book reveals seven common denominators that show up again and
again among those who have accumulated wealth. The common denominators,
as well as the identity of the millionaires, may surprise you.
The Overspent American
Juliet B. Schor; Basic Books, 1998
Schor is a senior lecturer at Harvard and Professor at Tilburg University
who has analyzed the crisis of the American consumer in a culture
where "spending has become the ultimate social act." Not
written from a Christian perspective but full of thought-provoking
information.
Three Simple
Rules
Theo A. Boers
This is a simple and straight-forward individual workbook that has lots of good, practical advice.
It is particularly aimed at young couples and newlyweds. It is consistent
with G$ teaching and is available for only $5 or can be downloaded
for free.
STEWARDSHIP
www.crown.org
(A wide variety of stewardship
ministry resources)
www.epm.org
(Randy Alcorn's Eternal Perspectives Ministries - excellent site)
www.generousgiving.org
(Stirring a charitable revolution among people of faith.)
www.jumpstart.org
(This coalition provides resources
for personal financial literacy.)
www.kluth.org
(Brian Kluth, former CEO of Christian Stewardship Assoc.)
www.klwenterprises.com (A year-round education program for local
churches)
www.mma-online.org (eNewsletter on how to live stewardship – in practical ways)
www.newfocus.org (Emphasizes one-on-one assistance to those
in need.)
www.SimpleLiving.org
(Interesting material on living simply)
www.thegoodsteward.com
(Wall watchers site with articles on stewardship)
SEMINARS / COUNSELING
www.goodstewardship.com
(Ray Linder's program and services site)
www.internationalsteward.org (Mentoring
for Nationals in ministry leadership)
www.ncfe.org
(Springboard Non-Profit Consumer Credit Management)
www.stewardshipuniversity.org
(Mennonite Mutual Aid site)
PERSONAL FINANCE (FAITH BASED)
www.financiallyfaithful.com
(30-day devotional for personal or small
groups)
www.financially-speaking.com
(Matt Bell's site with free eNewsletters)
www.soundmindinvesting.com
(Austin Pryor’s site with good tools)
GENERAL
www.aarp.org
(Guide to Reverse Mortgages)
www.abiworld.org
(Statistics on consumer debt and bankruptcy)
www.cardweb.com
(Counselor assistance, credit cards and research)
www.fool.com
(Articles, books, advice on personal finance and investing)
www.morningstar.com
(Financial news and information)
www.quicken.com
(Comprehensive personal finance site)
www.smartmoney.com
(Comprehensive personal finance site)
www.wesleyn.org
(Worksheets and calculators from Stewardship
Ministries)
FINANCIAL RATES
www.bankrate.com (Comprehensive personal finance with rates and research)
www.imoneynet.com (Money market fund rates and articles)
QUOTES / SPEECHES / ILLUSTRATIONS
ww.preachingtoday.com (Christianity Today site)
ETHICS
www.baptists4ethics.com
(News and curriculum on ethics)
www.globalethics.org
(Resources through corporate services, education programs)
www.sce.edu/ethics
(Link to hundreds of ethics sites)
SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE INVESTING
www.mma-online.org
(Variety of mutual funds available)
www.thefoundations.org (Charitable giving - trust services, donor advised funds)
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