Self-disciplining, though rarely fun, is always beneficial. I have more than one area in my life in need of a clean sweep and a fresh start, but today I’m focusing on money. It’s all God’s. He simply allows us to steward it.
Budgeting has never been my, shall we say, forte, but it is an integral part in managing God’s money well (at least for us), so with my part of the budget I’ve started using cash envelopes.
Dave Ramsey is a fan of this method (as well as my sweet friend Ellen), but I also came across Trina from Beginner Beans…on growing in faith + life for God’s glory. She shares her own personal budget along with cash categories and a multitude of other wise ideas.
A few other frugal favorites:
Have you tried the cash envelope system or do you have another method that works for you? I’d love to hear about it!
For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and
count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it? Otherwise, when
he has laid a foundation and is not able to finish, all who see it begin
to mock him, saying, ‘This man began to build and was not able to
finish.’ Luke 14: 28-30
count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it? Otherwise, when
he has laid a foundation and is not able to finish, all who see it begin
to mock him, saying, ‘This man began to build and was not able to
finish.’ Luke 14: 28-30
I keep thinking about it, but that almighty plastic card is so darn convenient! You'll have to let me know how it goes. I may give it a shot too!
That's so funny, Celeste! 🙂 It's for that very reason that the cash system seems to work for so many. I've been floored by how difficult it is to pull out my cash! There was nothing to whipping out that plastic card.
I'll keep you posted!!! Thanks for stopping by and sharing. 🙂
My daughter has used the envelope method for years and swears by it!
That's exactly it, Cathy! It's a psychological thing. People often think that means it's all in your head. What it really means is that IT WORKS even if it seems weird.
Sounds like a very wise daughter to me, Vonda. 🙂
The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
You're an inspiration, Ellen! 🙂
ughh the B word and the envelopes! But I hear it WORKS. So I'm with Celeste — watching and following your lead, Cathy!
So far, so good Susan!
I'll keep you posted. 🙂