Episode 29 - Money, Money, Money 

The first installment of a Ben-led, 4-topic series called "M.A.P.S. to Avoid Traps".  Each letter in the acronym MAPS represents four of the biggest traps men face today.  Although you'll have to wait to find out which topic each of the last three letters stand for (Ben thinks he can keep you guessing!), the letter 'M' is for Money!  Essential question:  how do we make money a tool and not a trap?

Ben navigates from behind the wheel/pulpit on a serial rant for this episode, as Chad quietly rides shotgun and seeks intercession for safe travels (Amen?).  The two wander through the winding and tempestuous roads of all things monetary.  When it comes to making money, how much is enough?  How can a man disentangle himself and his family from the sticky cycle of lending, borrowing, and debt?  When it comes to balancing saving for retirement with charitable giving, what is responsible and what is reckless (or is there such a thing?)?

SHOW NOTES:

Scriptural References:

• The Rich Fool - Luke 12: 13-21
• The love of money...I Timothy 6:10
• For where your treasure...Matthew 6:21

Ben's Resources:

• Book:   Your Life...Well Spent: The Eternal Rewards of Investing Yourself and Your Money in Your Family: Russ Crosson, Ron Blue: 9780736946247: Amazon.com: Books
• Website:  Compass | Finances God's Way (compass1.org)

Link to Ben's Practical Tips:          https://manhoodrestored.tv/episode/