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HOME AND PERSONAL FINANCE
THE HOME IS THE SCHOOL WHERE
PERSONAL FINANCE SHOULD BE
A MAJOR SUBJECT
Habits of thrift and the wise expenditure of money
should be taught and practiced from early childhood. As
soon as the child is able to count he can be taught the tith-
ing principle, the giving of freewill offerings and habits of
thrift. As he grows older these lessons will be invaluable.
BEWARE OF A CONSTANT CONCERN
OVER MONEY
One must avoid a constant concern over money—either
the lack of it, or the inordinate desire for more. This is detri-
mental to the peace and happiness of both individual and
family.
Nor should one dwell on probable future problems. Un-
due concern is evidence of a lack of trust in God. One should
be content with that which God has provided and rest in
the assurance that He will provide for all the necessities of
life.
PARENTS MUST SET THE EXAMPLE
The children will probably learn more about the handling
of money from the example of their parents than from any
other source. Therefore, the wise parent will remember that
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