E02 - Part 2: The Tactical, Practical, and Spiritual Pillars of Wealth

Eric is back in the second installment of his discussion around the three pillars of healthy money management. In this episode, he dives into the Practical Pillar to chat about practical approaches that allow us space to maximize our wealth and establish healthy boundaries with money. He also discusses some Biblical principles that back up his argument for better management.

Here are some topics from today’s discussion:

• Maintaining a healthy balance with money
• Constantly working is not wise
• Where you put your trust can determine your relationship with money
• Provision for your family is more than just a paycheck

Episode Highlights:

[0:50] Practical Tips for Healthy Money

Money permeates every part of our life nowadays. From kids’ allowances to monthly budgeting to preparing for college, everything has a price tag, making us feel like we always need to be hustling to get by in life. In reality, taking breaks, honoring the Sabbath, and making sure that we aren’t working ourselves to the bone can make us more productive than never clocking out. 

[08:49]  What Is Your True Purpose?

Lots of people who come to Eric for advice want to retire early, but it’s important to ask where your true purpose is. Retiring early isn’t a bad thing, but making sure that you’re still seeking God’s purpose is vital for good health and a healthy spirit. This goes to show that our purpose is not in making money, but  how we are using our time for Christ’s work. 

[18:10] Providing Is More Than Finances

A lot of folks, men especially, can struggle with the idea that providing money for their families will meet their family’s needs. However, this is not always the case. Instead, the most important thing that someone can do is spend time with their families and provide for them spiritually and emotionally. Just handing someone a check doesn’t show that you love them in the way they need to be shown.