TNMU #140: Money Talk with Kent Irwin (Part 1)

It’s time for the Money Talk. And for this topic, we bring in guest Kent Irwin, Pastor of Financial Stewardship at Vineyard Columbus. In part 1 of this conversation, we look at money from the perspective of husband and wife and how getting things right with your money goes a long way toward getting things right in your marriage.   Music Credit: "Funkorama" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)   Expanded Notes: Grounding in the idea of stewardship, including but not limited to finances Kent’s early career geared toward a shift toward ministry Finances are an indicator of what people believe Big challenges people face today with regard to money: Consumer culture and instant gratification Image culture Childhood upbringing Motivation for career choice How we view ourselves Instant gratification and easy credit Marriage conflict around money can take different forms, often it is competing against one another Suggestions to overcome conflict: Discuss individual and joint money goals Celebrate and support individual goals Decide and commit on joint goals Get to know your spouse thru this and give the process time to produce transformation How you work together with your finances is an indication of the quality of your relationship