Well Bootcampers we made it! This is the 200th Episode! We had the opportunity to turn over the mic to one of our Replanter friends, Evan Skelton. He asked some great questions about our podcast, what we’ve learned and where things are heading in the future. We also get to hear from some of the friends of the Podcast along the way. This EP is a bit longer than usual, but there’s some real gold in the conversation and comments.
We’re grateful for your listening ear, thanks for giving us the opportunity encourage you in your work of renewal at the local church.
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Hey there Bootcampers! The guys are back for a brief rest from their travels before heading out on the road again and they took time to catch up with Rick Wheeler, Director of the Florida Baptist Foundation (Stewardship Simplified.)
Together with Rick, we spent some time talking about church finances, a topic that may be overlooked until there are issues. But, we need to be proactive in our talk about finances. Grab a notebook, listen in and glean some great insights in the world of finance.
Stewardship: is the God honoring management of resources as an obedient and a faithful disciple of Jesus.
Here are some other great insights from Rick:
Be Intentional in talking about Stewardship
Ensure appropriate and adequate financial controls and accountability (2 sets of eyes and hands, accurate reports, separation of duties)
Bring in an outside voice and eyes to assist your church in setting policies and practices. (State Convention, Association, organization.)
Communicate with the congregation-let them know about your financial controls and accountability structures.
Understand what a budget is:
A goal-something you are leaning toward-make it faith oriented
A guess-it is not for sure or certain
A guide-it helps you know the boundaries and it serves as a guide
It is not a “god”
Listen all the way to the end for more great info from Rick on this important topic.
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