Monthly Budget & Bills

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Monthly Budget & Bills is a focused, hands-on course designed to help you take control of your finances by learning how to create, adjust, and manage a realistic monthly budget. With practical tools and real-life examples, you’ll build confidence in handling recurring bills, variable expenses, and making wise, intentional spending choices. Rooted in the biblical principle of stewardship, this course is guided by the wisdom of Luke 14:28:

“For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it?”
This verse reminds us that careful planning and financial responsibility are key to living with purpose and peace.

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What Will You Learn?

  • You will learn how to create a realistic monthly budget that includes both fixed bills and variable expenses.
  • You will gain practical skills in tracking and categorizing your income and expenses.
  • You will understand the importance of planning ahead for both expected and unexpected financial situations.
  • You will learn how to prioritize essential expenses, savings, and giving within your budget.
  • You will gain confidence in adjusting your budget when life circumstances change.
  • You will explore strategies to reduce unnecessary spending and improve your financial discipline.
  • You will learn how to avoid common budgeting mistakes that lead to financial stress.
  • You will understand the biblical principle of stewardship and how it applies to managing your finances.
  • You will discover how to align your spending habits with your values and financial goals.
  • You will learn how to maintain accountability and track your financial progress over time.
  • You will build a foundation of financial stability, reducing stress and increasing peace of mind.
  • You will be reminded of the importance of intentional financial planning as emphasized in Luke 14:28.

Course Content

Topic 1. The Foundation of Stewardship
This topic introduces the concept of financial stewardship and the importance of managing resources wisely. Students will explore how budgeting aligns with God’s principles and how honoring Him through finances begins with intentional planning and responsible decision-making. Scripture: “Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.” – 1 Corinthians 4:2

  • Lesson: The Foundation of Stewardship
  • Lesson Reflection Questions
  • Case Study: The Tale of Two Budgets
  • Case Study Reflection Questions
  • Self Assessment

Topic 2. Tracking Income and Expenses
Before you can manage your money, you need to know where it’s going. In this section, students will learn how to track income streams and categorize expenses to get a clear picture of their financial situation. This transparency sets the stage for wise financial decisions. Scripture: “Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds.” – Proverbs 27:23

Topic 3. Creating a Monthly Budget
This hands-on topic focuses on building a realistic and balanced monthly budget. Students will learn how to allocate funds for essentials, savings, and giving, while also preparing for unexpected costs. The goal is financial clarity and discipline. Scripture: “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.” – Proverbs 21:5

Topic 4. Managing Bills and Avoiding Debt
Learn strategies to stay on top of monthly bills, avoid late fees, and reduce or eliminate debt. This topic emphasizes the importance of consistency, prioritization, and financial integrity in managing obligations. Scripture: “The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.” – Proverbs 22:7

Topic 5. Giving, Saving, and Living with Margin
A healthy budget reflects a heart of generosity, foresight, and peace. This topic covers how to build margin into your budget by saving regularly and giving generously, creating a lifestyle of abundance rather than scarcity. Scripture: “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.” – Proverbs 3:9

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