"Count the Cost: Merging Financial & Biblical Terminology" is designed as a comprehensive guide for professionals in the financial sector who wish to deepen their understanding of biblical principles, as well as for individuals immersed in biblical teachings looking to navigate the complexities of the stock market.
The book serves as a bridge between two seemingly disparate worlds, illustrating how timeless biblical lessons can illuminate modern financial practices. Through engaging insights and practical applications, readers will discover that the wisdom found in scripture is not only spiritually enriching but also highly relevant to contemporary financial decision-making.
Each chapter thoughtfully pairs a financial theme with a corresponding biblical principle, demonstrating that despite the changing nature of economic landscapes, foundational truths remain constant. By employing synonyms and relatable comparisons, the book aims to simplify complex financial concepts and make biblical wisdom accessible to all, effectively teaching readers to embrace the best of both realms.
With practical advice, real-world examples, and reflective questions, "First, Count the Cost" empowers readers to approach financial decisions with a new lens-one that values the moral and ethical implications of their choices while also emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and investment. Whether you are a financial professional seeking guidance from scripture or a faith-based individual aspiring to understand financial markets, this book equips you with the tools to make prudent choices that honor both your financial and spiritual commitments. Through this innovative merging of wisdom from both worlds, readers will gain a holistic understanding that benefits their financial health and spiritual growth.
New Parables to Ponder: 12 Stories to Spark Spiritual Questions
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I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things which have been kept secret from the foundation of the world. -from a prophecy in the songs of Asaph
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Jesus is famous for teaching with parables, earthly stories with heavenly meanings, as people call them. But if you read the eye witness accounts closely, you'll find that Jesus made a point never to explain what the parables meant to the crowds of people. Why? The power of learning a spiritual truth is not from someone giving you the answer, but when you wrestle with the question and find the answer for yourself.
Jesus' parables have been over-analyzed for millennia, so it's hard to read one these days without already knowing the meaning before you begin. This book attempts to craft new parables, but without just giving you the hidden meaning. It's a puzzle wrapped in a story just waiting for you to dig up your own answers.