Planning For Your Future

"Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds." - Proverbs 27:23 
  
Have you ever considered the importance of planning for the future? In Proverbs 27:23, we're encouraged to take stock of our resources and give careful attention to our possessions. This timeless wisdom speaks directly to the need for financial prudence and foresight in our lives.

As I reflect on this verse, I'm reminded of a story that underscores the significance of planning ahead. It's the story of a wife who, upon her husband's passing, discovered the family's precarious financial situation. Despite years spent together raising children and sharing life's joys and sorrows, she was unaware of the financial vulnerability facing her family.
 
It’s a sad story that serves as a real reminder of the importance of proactive financial planning. Too often, we neglect to have open and honest conversations about finances within our families and relationships. We may assume that everything will simply fall into place, but the reality is far different.

Financial planning isn't just about managing money; it's about protecting our loved ones and ensuring their well-being, especially in times of crisis. It involves creating a culture of communication and transparency surrounding finances, discussing what accounts exist, what debts are owed, and what our wishes are in various scenarios.
 
Planning for the future is an important task, that is of no less value than worshiping together and praying together. It requires us to document our financial arrangements, draft wills, and prepare advance directives to guide our loved ones in times of need.

I want to challenge you to follow the wise advice given in Proverbs 27:23 and take proactive steps to safeguard our family's future. Begin to prioritize wise financial planning, ensuring that your family is supported and protected, both now and in the years to come.