We’re revisiting a topic that touches so many American’s wallets: tax refunds. While a big check might feel like a blessing, we’re unpacking why it may not be as helpful—or as wise—as it seems.
Could that extra cash be masking deeper issues with planning, stewardship, and financial alignment?
We’ll take a look at what scripture says about managing our resources and how your approach to taxes can either support or hinder a life of God-honoring stewardship. Let’s explore a lesser-walked path forward—one marked by clarity, wisdom, and freedom.
In this episode, John discusses:
The hidden financial drawbacks of tax refundsHow cultural messages shape our money decisionsThe connection between faithful stewardship and tax planningBiblical principles applied to everyday financial choicesWhen you overpay your taxes and look forward to a refund, you're essentially handing the government an interest-free loan, tightening your cash flow and limiting your ability to meet everyday needs.Depending on a refund to cover major expenses often points to weaker financial planning, but proactively estimating your tax liability throughout the year helps you stay prepared.Optimizing your tax withholdings allows you to keep more of your income throughout the year, creating space for more purposeful, productive use of your money.Rather than letting your refund be influenced by marketing messages and then disappear into impulse buys, choosing to allocate it to help you live with more intention and faithful financial discipline will pay BIG dividends!“I love the way the Bible stresses the importance in the scripture I just shared about honoring civic responsibilities, and that includes paying taxes as a part of wise and faithful financial stewardship.”
CNBC Story on How Americans plan to spend tax refunds: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/03/06/how-americans-plan-to-spend-tax-refundsIRS Tax Withholding Estimator: https://apps.irs.gov/app/tax-withholding-estimatorCLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW MORE MONEY MADE FAITHFUL!
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