June 2012

7 Awesome Online Bible Study Resources

by Tim June 29, 2012
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In the book of Acts chapter 8, we read the story of Philip and the Ethiopian. As Philip was traveling down a desert road from Jerusalem to Gaza (about 50 miles), he saw an Ethiopian man reading the works of Isaiah the prophet.  Philip asked him “Do you understand what you are reading?” “How can [...]

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Five Ways to Ask for a Raise

by Kevin June 27, 2012
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Up until a few years ago, pay raises in nearly any industry were almost automatic. At a minimum, they were considered to be a recognition of the increase in the cost of living, an adjustment necessary to keep employees at least even with what they’d been paid in the past. With many businesses and institutions [...]

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How to Make Extra Money Fast

by Darren June 25, 2012
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Would you like to earn extra income on the side? What would you do with the extra cash? Pay off your credit card debt? Save up for a new car? Support a friend in need? Invest towards your retirement? Now, there are a lot of programs and products online that claim to show you how [...]

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Health and Finance: Facts about Mesothelioma and Asbestos Settlements

by Tim June 23, 2012
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Today’s post is about health and finance.  While it’s never enjoyable to write about a topic like mesothelioma, it’s a reality that has affected thousands of families, including ours.  Our grandfather passed away last year due to mesothelioma, so this post is in honor of his life and meant to educate others on the issue.  [...]

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Use ING Sub Accounts to Focus Your Savings Goals

by Darren June 20, 2012
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I’m sure we all have a few big-ticket items that we’re saving for to purchase sometime in the future. I’m also sure that we all have routine purchases that we make every year. And finally, I’m sure that we’ve all had unexpected bills come up in the past that have hurt our financial situation. What [...]

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Can You Save Money With Starbucks K-Cups?

by Tim June 18, 2012
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Single cup coffee makers have changed the way people make and enjoy their daily cup of java.  Instead of making an entire pot of coffee just to watch it go to waste, coffee drinkers now have the ability to brew a single cup with the Keurig K-Cup single cup brewers. With the average cost of [...]

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Understanding the Basic Types of Auto Insurance

by Darren June 15, 2012
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Are you shopping for auto insurance? Do you know the elements of a typical car insurance policy?  What about how car insurance works? Understanding the basics types of car insurance will help you in choosing the right amounts of coverage so that you protect your financial well-being. Here’s a brief introduction to auto insurance terms [...]

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Why We Should Give in Secret

by Kevin June 13, 2012
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Giving is giving, right? Not if you’re a Christian. There are ways to give—and God wants us to give—and there are ways we shouldn’t give. One of them is giving publicly. As Christians, we’re told to give in secret. Our mission in life is to glorify God in all that we do—when we give in [...]

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LifeLock Review

by Tim June 11, 2012
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In 2010, over 7% of U.S. households had at least one member over age 12 who was a victim of identity theft.  To put that stat into perspective, think about a small subdivision of just 14 houses – one of them will be a victim of identity theft each year. Unfortunately, people who are victims [...]

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How Much Does It Cost To Raise a Child?

by Whitney June 8, 2012
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When I read this question to myself it made me think of something that happened in the grocery store once.  My husband and I were on the hunt for diapers when I said, “Man, I thought these things went down in cost as the child got older!”  Another gentleman passing by laughed at me and [...]

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