Why I Choose To Live In Poverty... and you should too!
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Perspective is a big component on this topic. I am super poor by American standards but a lot of people in poverty in 3rd world countries would be thrilled to have what I enjoy.
God has taught me over many years to live in contentment. The less I have, the more joyful life has become. Simplicity is peace.
We live on one income with 4 kids. I homeschool our kids. It isn't always easy making ends meet, but God is always faithful to give us what we need - not what we want.
The best way to save money is to downsize, get rid of extra "stuff" in your home, and don't buy things you don't actually need. This includes apps. Then, learn how to do things yourself, like cutting basic haircuts, cooking from scratch, fixing things, etc.
@@amandathompson8180 I agree wholeheartedly. God is the provider of joy
My mom always said you don’t have children for someone else to raise.
I so agree!! I had an aunt who insisted I should put my 2-year-old little girl in daycare because she needed to be around other kids her age. She had sisters 8 and 6.I said NO she needs to be at home with me her mom like the other 2 were when they were that young. I worked part-time when the kids were older because my husband became disabled at 32. But I was always home to send them to school and home when they got home, I was there with a home-cooked meal waiting for them. It was worth every minute of it.
I agree. I was a Nanny for 20 years. The majority of those parents were hardly ever with their kids. It is very sad. They had a lot of money, but little involvement with the children.
Our AC unit went out as well. We purchased a small window unit for the livingroom and the kitchen. It is less expensive than the huge units were on our power bill as well.
We hang our laundry...than realized we sace fifty cents per load!
I hand wash dishes...it is so calming.
We have been so blessed. The only thing that we cannot afford that we would truly love is a nice large family vehicle. We would love to go to Wednesdays services, but we are thankful that we get to attend on Sundays as a family. We are thankful for my husbands job, even if it is evenings so that we do not attend those midweek services. If I took on a job to afford the new vehicle, then I would be at work instead of church still.
We have raised our eight children under 30,000 for twenty years....some years much closer to twenty😁.
We are super rich. We have two sweet children, a roof over our head and the Word of God. God provides ✝
This was a great video, Heidi. Can I add to it from my experience? I've always been poor by north american standards. I've lived in an incredibly wealthy city for 30 yrs. I've had to seek peace and contentment by seeing the great value in all the frugal tasks I do to save money. I've also found happiness in being a "minimalist".
But, there's a tipping point where contentment in frugality, poverty, simplicity, minimalism can become an idol. Jesus was homeless and relied on others for food & shelter. But, he worshipped God, not poverty. He abided in the Father, not his minimalism. His identity was in the Creator, not simplicity. He thrived in doing the will of God, not in any connection to overconsumption OR under consumption .
It's a subtle difference, but it's been a big challenge from the Holy Spirit for me. I've seen and been "the poor" who are still clutching their worldly identity too tightly ♥️🇨🇦
This is where you can live your truth or the bibles truth, this comment is so completely absurd I'm actually shocked.
@@cleopatrablackwell3414My dear lady, I truly hope you are not this rude to other people in real life. To say my comment is "absurd" is disrespectful. Have a wonderful day.♥️🇨🇦
I get what you’re saying. Even health can be an idol… where you get all the good wholesome ingredients, work out, stay low stress, etc… our body IS the temple of the Holy Spirit but we shouldn’t worship it. All over YT is simplifying life, minimalism, slow living… and I LOVE IT! But some are defined by it, it’s their identity - just like you said. Granted, for some it is their job. But when you focus on something so much (health, simplifying, glow ups) that it becomes your idol then that’s sin. It is hard to live Godly in a godless world. That’s why videos like Heidi’s encourage us all.
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@@amandazplace5663 - this is so true what you have written. I think that it is much easier to make money an idol than poverty, but one must still be careful. Thanks for your insight.
@@sozod2000 you said this better than I ever could. Love it! Thank you!♥️🇨🇦
Couple of things… 1) Christian women are more likely to follow the Biblical model, with women staying at home, and genuine Christians will be happier because of Christ. 2) Here’s an idea… choose poverty for the sake of Christ. Others have done it. Find a copy of God’s Smuggler and read about the Hopkinses (Uncle and Mother Hoppy). He was a wealthy London business owner who chose, with his wife, to live in abject poverty so they could contribute to Christian missionary work. Literally, if they took in a homeless man in for the night, they had to trust God for anything he needed. That’s the level of poverty.
Agreed. I was born into a two income family that was pretty well off. All I knew was school and success through school and work. I became a sahm when we had our second baby and haven’t looked back. I had to relearn how to actually live and find inner contentment but our lives have been so much fuller. Thanks for your video!
I have a request, something along this line. We live in Clearwater, Florida, and our home and cars were completely flooded last weekend. We stayed in a motel one night and are trying to make it here. Other areas and states got it "worse" than our area and FEMA is there, not here. We live in a small old mobile home while my son put himself through college, on his income. I am disabled and on SSI. Our lives are upended. Would you and your subs pray for us? We feel completely helpless and overwhelmed.
Definitely will pray for you guys. We were snowbirds for years when my parents lived in Largo. By any chance, did Gulf to Bay have a lot of damage? My Dad worked at Costco over there before he passed in 2020 and I've barely be back since.
I am so sorry about the.flood Praying God provides and comforts your family in Jesus name Amen
Marly I pray that God will comfort you with his spirit and I pray he will send help for you to ease your stress, in Jesus name.❤
@@momcquinn Most of the area did fine, the lower lying areas, like ours, were flooded a couple of feet. We have a canal behind our home and it couldn't handle the 15 inches of rain. A LOT of autos will be totaled.
I understand! Jesus is my Lord and Savior! Grew up in poverty, and didn’t even know it except for school bullies!
We had plenty enough food
We had chickens and pigs and a huge garden and a 4 acre field for planting sweet potatoes ( my mom planted them all by herself by hand, one at a time,)same when it was harvest season
My dad died when I was 11, brother 7, sister 16. Mom had never worked outside the home, she didn’t drive. Our old home was paid. In good condition too!There was no government help like today, just giveaway once a month of cheese, peanut butter and steens syrup. We were grateful for it!! Had it not been for my moms canning of our harvest and fruit trees and bread making and sweet potatoes
We would have starved! Our snacks after school were a 1/2 baked sweet potato or a homemade roll 😋
A pot of oatmeal for breakfast every day was waiting for us for breakfast
We did pick cotton for our school supplies and to pay power bill. No air conditioner for sure!
To this day I am very happy for the things mom showed me when something came up that we needed, she always had come up with an alternate plan/idea
Very frugal and content with what we have today.
So my dryer broke a couple month ago. I did not not want to deal, was in the midst of some trials. I decided to line dry. And have yet to turn back. The more we have, the more we will need. 🙂 thank you for the encouragement. Yah bless
I’m in uk and have been living far below the poverty line for twenty three years, got five home educated kids and disabled husband who chooses to live separately to us in a house he inherited whereas we have to rent privately, so paying for two houses and five kids on just minimum state benefit is interesting. It means no hot water except for showers, no heating in winter, no fans in summer , no holidays and living in a house full of damp and mould and disrepair because landlords know you can’t afford anything else. Yet I like my life, thankful every day for what I do have and the lack of pressure and stress there is that other materialistic people have. Money is just a protection, god always knows what you need. When you give to other people with what you have then you are lending to god and he will repay all of it in blessings. Thankyou for this video, another great one.
I pray that You will find encouragement and strength, God bless you bunches for sharing, know that you are so loved by a God who never fails, never changes when it comes to those He has redeemed. He sees and knows your heart and struggle, your family has been given a gift, in having you as their mom.
Why are you still married to a selfish man ,
Why don’t you all live in the house your husband inherited??? Sorry but that’s not a marriage, your husband is playing 🙁
Stop being a doormat and get shut of him he is treating your children and you like dirt , This sounds to me like domestic abuse if what you say is true about him living in an inherited house ,
@@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 because he has stuff person syndrome and has been in a motorised wheelchair most of the time for fifteen years. He has inherited a two bedroom house and lives there in peace amd quiet. Stiff person syndrome is made far worse by noise and kids cannot be silent all the time. There also is not enough space in a two bedroom house for two adults, three adult sized children and two smaller ones.
As a Christian woman I believe you should live according to your means without making anything an idol or holding anything with a tight grip, and without neglecting your home which is priority. Things come and go and happiness is never meant to be base on material things but I tell you not being able to pay the bills produces stress and is not good for the health, so money doesn’t bring happiness but it helps in the comfort area, as long as you don’t live above your means that too can bring stress I would say keep it balance. If you can afford the expensive bag by no means buy it as long as you don’t violate your conscious you’re good to go. I don’t believe Jesus cares if you have much or not I believe he cares about the condition of your heart. That’s what I think.
Amen- I couldn't' agree more!
We have 9 children, 7 still home with 2 of them being special needs. I homeschool our children as well. We have been well off for some time but then suddenly my husband decided to leave his very lucrative career last year. We have lived a total different life the past year and our income is down by over half. I’m struggling. It’s been an adjustment and I really needed to see this video. Thank you for being open.
Somewhat similar situation.
We have 4 kids - 7, 5, 2, and a baby. My husband works with my parents, brother, and aunt, in my parent’s company. He endured harsh treatment even though he works hard and has shown himself to be respectful and to want to learn more, sell more, and be better. He’s coming to the end of his rope though working at my family‘a company. But we have so many entanglements with my parents and the company. We pay rent to my parents because they put the downpayment on our house. The company has been paying off our vehicles, and the company pays our health and vehicle insurance.
My parents have the vision of him working alongside my brother, but neither of us want that. My brother and my husband are very different, even opposite in a lot of ways, when it comes to how they view money, etc.
I want my husband to be happy. We both know having a big fancy house doesn’t equate to happiness. Still, the idea of starting over completely (as in, not having any financial help/entanglements) with my parents/the company is scary/stressful. Mostly because we both decided I would stay home the next couple years while our littlest is still a baby. We also decided to homeschool this year.
I definitely need Paul’s reminder in the book of Philippians - whether we have plenty or not, we can do all things in Christ who gives us strength.
Truly wish there was at least 1 other Sister in Christ like you in my area. It’s a lonely walk.
Same with me 🥺🥺 I pray daily for a God fearing, like-minded friend.❤
@baus7 you are correct Sister. Just about daily. I've noticed His remnant are scattered. He's worth it. That's all I know.
Me too
Choosing poverty is much different than no choice. In fact it’s a privilege. I get it. Many families make financial sacrifices to have mom at home etc… and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that but again it’s a choice for many
Yet many do choose to live in poverty
This video came out at the right time! 2 days before payday. Some days are harder than others but I definitely don't want to be a boss girl corporate wife. 😅
I’d be curious to know the book you are referencing.
I personally don’t know any Christian families that are not happy with their dual income w/ kids lifestyle.
It’s one of the reasons I wanted to start working again.
I stayed home for five years with my kids and I loved it but felt such a strong drive to have my own income,
And my kids seemed to need to be around other kids their own ages.
So now I work and they go to private Christian schools and yes it eats up all that extra income I make but we are all so happy and the kids beg me not to take them out.
However we still spend lots of time together, and me working from home 4/5 days makes the BIG difference because I tried jobs that had me in the office all day and YES those jobs taking me away from my kids definitely made me miserable.
End is, I wanted to believe you are absolutely right about this for so long, to reconcile my choice to stay out of the workforce for so long,
however as always it seems to depend on the family.
But yes good reminder to stay humble, be content, grateful for what God has given you, including your ability to be creative and make something beautiful no matter your financial circumstances.
They are definitely out there, just good at hiding it.
Loved this. We are a 1 income family and have learn to embrace it. ❤
We’ve been a one income family for most of our marriage. Once we had kids, I chose to stay home. It was pretty tight for those first 8-10 years. I wasn’t always content. Now we have a lot more wiggle room. I work 3 hours a week in the evening, mostly just because it gets me out of the house. It doesn’t really affect our income in a noticeable way. Anyway, I wouldn’t trade the years at home with my kids for anything! Even now, with my oldest moving out in a few weeks for university, and my youngest is 11 and more independent, I know my kids prefer to have me home.
I agree wholeheartedly! You are few who say this because world success has crept into Christian standards. God has really blessed you! Say what we all want to say! I’ve been married almost 21 years, have two teenage girls and live in a 936 sq ft home and drive all used cars that we paid for in cash. We love each other and love the Lord! We choose to use our faith for other things other than material items. I’ve been a SAHM for 17 years and living on one income for the most part. Thanks for this confirmation because like you…I do have my moments of wanting a newer car or bigger closet or home but I have to remind myself as well that God gave me this and to be content.
I really struggle with Christians following every trend. And then they complain about the job doesn't pay enough, or food is so expensive. Even worse, that missionaries take so much with them. Owning things is the problem , but the thongs own us. I grew up poor. When I got married, I thought things would be different. The Lord purged that idea from my mind so fast. Then I decided to ask God not to give me too much that I'd forget Him, neither too little that I'd want to dishonor Him (from the book of Proverbs). Never has the Lord forsaken us, but we made some money choices that weren't in faith which we now regret. My greatest disappointment is to watch my daughter go to a conservative Christian college come back constantly spending money. The world isn't our problem; we are not on the WORD enough to love the Lord enough to be content in knowing He will satisfy our every desire and need.
@@kerenwilliams7775 Amen Sis!
I have gone back to my crochet in hopes of supplementing our income
I’ve been a stay at home mom since I was pregnant with our first child and wouldn’t have it any other way! Our biggest issue is we couldn’t buy a home when it was cheaper to do and now it’s not really possible anymore due to prices. So we are renting and it feels like we are just flushing money down the toilet. Praying for God to allow us to purchase one day. I’ve considered working to get us there faster but it’s just not worth it to miss that time with my kids!
Same boat.
I think even if you can buy a very, very small home it would be better than renting. Renting is very expensive. Save as best as you can and maybe when the kids are older you get get a small house. Or is it possible to buy a duplex with a close friend or family member? You could split the mortgage etc.. I think a lot of people will be doing this soon. I know other people from other countries live with family members. If there’s a grandma or grandpa on Medicare and a pension they could help will the mortgage etc.. and they would have a place to live too. Maybe a mobile home? a there’s actually people turning beautiful sheds into homes if your husband and friends can do the work on the shed? Or even a tiny house they are so beautiful, they are amazing….
Same
We live in Texas. It has become too expensive with one income. We are yrying to see if it's God's will for us to move to a different state for affordability and less consumerism (stores and restaurants are everywhere here). Would love to know if any of you ladies faced a decision such as this.
Can you share the book title about 2 income household?
What an interesting study and testimony to stay at home mom's, nuclear families and simplicity. If only these were the priorities of our world.😢
"Get the baby a job " 😂😂
My daughter sent me a picture of my 15 month old grandson on his dad's computer. She captioned it, "he already knows hes going to work for his living."
@@marlysmithsonian5746 🤣🤣
Iḿ so blessed, Godś inspiring, guiding and leading me to be a good steward of His resources. Heś blessed me with so much inspite the way I am, Heś given me great children and made me part of His healing ministry as a nurse. With all of these I live a simple contented life always living below my means appreciating what I have, thanking God without fail because He truly loves me and provides for me and my children always. Reading the Bible and living my faith helps me live a truly abundant blessed life. God is great!! Praise and thank Him always!!! :>
What’s the name of the book you‘ve mentioned? 🙏🏻😊
One income family, will protect your marriage, increase your wellbeing. Don’t overstuff.
We save so much more now on one income than we did with my engineering income added to the mix. We are also a happier and healthier family bc of it! Ive noticed my working gfs do struggle with a lot of stress. I feel for them.
Great message, especially during these more difficult times!
Living with less is not the same as living in poverty. Poverty typically means you can't meet your basic needs. You might want to watch some videos about real poverty - not "influencer" poverty.
I absolutely understand what it means- thank you! Our family is still below that level and choosing to make the most out of even very difficult situations, thus the heart of this message. 🙏🏼💕
Does anyones husbands hold any contempt against you for staying at home? Im afraid my husband will constantly worry about the bills and lack of money. We have alot of bills since we have 2 incomes and would obviously have to cut off as much of the fat as possible in order to make it. We lived below the poverty line not by choice but the Lord always provided and now that we make more, we spend more. We had window units and a wood stove at our old house, then moved and our new home has central and it does cost more but its easier to deal with also. Im still adjusting. I really missed oir wood stove this past winter. I enjoy a simpler way of living but the old way was harder on my husband having to keep wood chopped and split.
Exactly, this beautiful and kind woman has no idea what is poverty. Rise your hands lady you have more than enough, Americans are so consuming oriented that are literally blind and out of reality
I am new here .I was thinking the same thing. I don’t think she knows what poverty is. I could be wrong who knows. But to me poverty is really suffering with not having food In The cupboards , no car, no real home , no medical no money at all. The list goes on. Maybe she means they just live on a low income. I am going to check some of her other videos. Like I said I am new to her videos.
For curious minds- our family does live below the poverty line. We've not had a regular paycheck for the majority of the past 6 years as we've felt called to serve in ministry and trust the Lord each day for provision. We have been homeless/lived out of our car & stayed with friends/family as possible (did that pregnant even & with a newborn). We do not own a car- we can't afford it. We are thankful to make & pay just enough to be able to stay in this old, barely holding together, home. (That's a whole story in itself of the Lord's provision and blessing of others) All the tech I use to do this channel was gifted. We are very diligent in our budget to be able to keep food through the month- it is not always successful- but we work very hard to make our ends meet(ish). We've worked without pay on this channel for years are are starting to see some growth in the past year which we're forever thankful for- but certainly not rolling in the dough over here! ;) Simply choosing to make the most out of what the Lord does provide. We could breakdown all day what one person's view of poverty is- but if that's where you're stuck I'm sorry you've missed the heart of the message. (((hugs)))
I don't think that every one income family lives in poverty. I am a homemaker who takes great care of our family/home but my husband owns a successful contracting business that takes care of us very well. Now.... we choose not to live about our means. Our home is paid for, 100 acres of land paid for, all vehicles paid for, no debt, etc. but we are not poor or in poverty by any means and don't ever want to be.
That’s amazing! Absolutely it’s not a hand in hand- but I think you’re a wonderful example of the heart of this message. 🙏🏼💕
i actually live - i guess - at the level of poverty... by choice - - i earn a very high income and i have a nigh net worth... i just really prefer to make use of every thing.... use my creativity - diy as much as i can - learn to make due.... my car is super old - and my cottage is not remodeled - most of all that is in my cottage has come from the swap shop for free - -
i love my life so much - - it is a dream life - every day i am so grateful for every little thing ....and of course so happy for my peace of mind - HEALTH & financial freedom
Great video, thanks for all your helpful content. We have chosen to live a simple, Biblical life, which is not easy in this world. How can we convince our adult childden, working their lives away, for these frivolous, temporary worldly things, that there's a better way?
Could you please share the title of the book you mentioned at the beginning of the video, comparing one and two income homes? Thanks!!
We only prosper as our souls prosper. Maturity is what the Lord says it is, which is Love. True wealth is a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith. It also important to recognize that poverty in itself is not godliness. Some wear it like badge of superiority which is a different kind of poverty.
Absolutely- the poverty gospel is just as damaging as the prosperity gospel. 😩
I've lived both sides from Very different perspectives. My husband and I both had successful careers and I worked until retirement age. Due to fertility issues we do not have children. I grew up though in a neighborhood where most mothers were stay at home, including my own. My memories of childhood are wonderful and have much to do with the mothers being home. From my child perspective, I would much rather have that than the extra things money can buy.
We have done without heat in our house, was using stove oven to heat the kitchen but now our stove doesn't work and no money to replace it
We went without hot water for a few months. Even had years where on paper there was no way we made it, but we did!
Thank you for this encouraging message! You gave me a lot to think about, what is important and what is not!
Heidi, I am curious, does your Husband work to support the family apart from online ministry? I get you being home and how you guys down- sized, but is he financially working for your family?
Liked your content but your thumbnail is very misleading. Living on one income I understand but saying you are living in “poverty “ is not true. I believe you need to really see people who live in poverty whether in the US or the world. Talking about air conditioning options when you are living in “poverty “ is crazy.
Poverty is definitely a subjective term- we live far below the poverty line of our country. :)
What about proverbs 31 woman? She worked. Everyone can't live on one income. I had to work and my kids turned out just fine. I know a few judgmental women like you who look down their noses like you. You don't know what God's will is in other peoples lives. Judge not that ye be not judged.
Not judgmental in the slightest, sweet friend. Sorry the heart of the message was missed here- the proverbs 31 woman was industrious! Yes! But her priority was her home, just as we’re called in Titus 2. I work from home, I’ve worked out of the home. The point is we prioritize home and our marriage and children- especially in a world that encourages us to prioritize career and hustle.
@@HeavenlyMindedHome Not all women are called to be full-time homemakers. Some women don't thrive in that environment just like not all women are called to homeschool as they do not have the spiritual gift of teaching. God's plan for everyone is different.
There is nothing good about genuine poverty. It’s miserable. You certainly do not appear to be impoverished to me.
Our family lives well below the poverty line- and have for many years. We simply choose to not let that get us down and instead are encouraged to be creative! I’m sure one day our financial status may change, but the heart of the message won’t. 🙏🏼💕
Did you actually listen to video?
The definition of poverty does appear to be quite subjective. The government in our country defined the poverty line and it included things like "no annual holiday". To me, poverty means not enough for the daily basics: food, clean water, shelter, etc., not that you can't afford to go on a holiday! So there does appear to be a wide spectrum?
@@HeavenlyMindedHomeI understood what you meant by poverty .. and maybe the word poverty is not the best word as most people think of poverty as third world .. or street people etc … But living within your means is in my opinion what you were eluding to … My daughter is struggling with just that and this video caught my eye right away I will be forwarding it to her … her hubby works full time makes pretty good money however he was laid off for 3 months Dec Jan Feb and they are still trying to catch up … she stays home with the 2 boys aged 5 and 1 and is really struggling with not being able to afford what she thinks it’s important … This video is exactly what I’m hoping will help her to see that having it all really isn’t what she may think it would be and that living within her means can be as enjoyable as she chooses for it to be kids remember time spent one on one rather than a trip to the fall fair that will break the bank … I really appreciate your down to earth candor and common sense approach and of course the value you put on living as a Godly wife and mother and Instilling that love for the Lord in our children … 🇨🇦
Agreed. Poverty means NO AC, make-up, jewelry, home, etc, shown in this video. Poverty = not enough food, water, clothing, heat, shelter, transportation, medical care, etc.
O wow I'm right there now having less and yet we move closer to each other
Lord thank you for this video. I really needed it. God bless you ❤
Wow, wonderful words, so what we all should be living
I don't see the heat/air unit link. Would you post it, please?
Ooops, I'm so sorry- here it is! www.turbro.com/products/pac10kus
@@HeavenlyMindedHome Thank you!
Just want to say the lipstick needs to go. You look so much better with no makeup 😊♥️
What is the title of the book you are referencing?
You’re sitting in a place of shelter, with clothes on, a watch, makeup and something technological to record yourself on. You look clean and well-fed. This is not poverty. It’s really disrespectful to people living in actual poverty to call this poverty. Bizarre. Change the title of this video to living as a single income household or low income household instead. Would make more sense. However I even doubt your idea of low income is not the same as mine or many others.
I appreciate you sharing- our family does live below the poverty line, but the heart of the message here was the key. Sorry that was missed for you! (((hugs))) We could sit here all day and go through the financial aspects of my life (the blessing this old home has been- even though we're barely hanging on, the watch/phone/laptop that were a gift, my makeup from dollar tree, the minimal food budget we have, the fact that even when we were homeless living out of our car/surfing couches I still showered daily- I've absolutely washed my hair and shaved my legs in a beachside outdoor shower, etc...) Our family has lived without a regular paycheck for the majority of the past 6 years as we have felt called to serve and we trust the Lord to provide (as He has- and still does) but instead of being stuck in all the areas we don't have- we choose to focus on the blessings we do. Poverty can be those things you listed- or it can look like a very small amount of monetary gain with a wealth of beauty for life!
@@HeavenlyMindedHome I think I have a different frame of reference I guess. Where I am in the uk a family of 4 is considered under poverty line if their total annual income is under around $9000. I just looked to see what it is in USA and the line seems it’s more around $26000 for a family of 4. I’m glad you’ve had the help of friends when you’ve needed it and been able to make your own situation work. It just concerns me when someone is telling people to choose poverty, when the cases of poverty here in the uk I’ve seen are not something I would ever tell someone to choose.
The society and all the thirst for “ we need more” is what tricks us. But I always remind myself how my grandma and my parents lived with almost nothing but they were and still are the happiest people. I came to America and it scares me how crazy angry and miserable majority of people are.
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Very good video thanks for sharing😊😊
Poverty? You have no idea what true poverty is. You live in a nice house with a nice camera. Poverty is poor. Living on the streets. Real poverty is suffering, not sitting in front of a camera glorifying your definition of poverty and boasting about it.
That's a lot of assumption there- sorry the message was lost on you. Thanks for popping by though! 🙏🏼 Thankful the Lord knows- and that many have been blessed through understanding and seeing the heart of the message here. ALL glory to God! XO
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Yup- getting free items from companies really does put my income bracket above the game! 😎
pretty kimono and nice glow, what makeup product? also is it a "need" or "want" and some wanted items are fine if it is debt free. Also good nutrition is important.
Your makeup is done well.
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You are not living in poverty
Tell that to our bank account! 😉 Regardless of how far under the poverty line we are- the heart and root of this message is far more than the base of income we may or may not have. 🙏🏼
Im sorry but poverty means you do without things you need like food, beds, etc.
Agreed.
Not necessarily. Poverty means you’re at the poverty line according to your area. Many Christian families who have a lot of kids and are on one income live in poverty according to the statistics in their area.
I will say this...we have raised eight children on less than 30,000 a year. This is considered below the poverty line. We are so abundantly blessed, but yes we went without some things that many believe are essential...Americans idea of poverty and true poverty are not the same. God provides your true needs...He is our provider. He miraculously meets them many a time.
I disagree. I am one of 7 children. Born in 68. We lived below the poverty level but we, as children, never knew it. My mom would get 2nd hand furniture and refinish it. All home improvements were done by my parents, meals were simple but nutritious. Her full time job when we were older was writing to our senators etc to get us grants, scholarships and loans to attend private high school. I answered phones after school as part of my tuition. It can be done. It does NOT mean living in squalor.
Not really. Poverty means living under the poverty line as far as your income. It has more fo do with what you actually invest in and spend on. It will look different for everyone how they do that.
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Thank you so much!
Needs not wants!
We aren't wealthy but we aren't in poverty. My husband works multiple jobs so i can stay home with my daughter. It is physically hard on him, and i am so thankful. He works about 85 hours a week outside the home.
How is that justified though? Does he not deserve time with his daughter too? Doesn’t seem like a team. I would resent my spouse if I had to work basically two jobs.😢
@@user-me2fv7ic9j He does see and spend time with our daughter. Him working multiple jobs was his idea. I worked ft for years before we had our daughter. He values our daughter being raised by a parent and not by a childcare provider. We make it work because our daughter is very important to us. She wouldn't be raised in the nurture of the Lord in daycare.
@user-me2fv7ic9j He chose to work multiple jobs so I could be with our daughter. We don't believe she is better off in daycare. I worked ft very long hours before she was born. I am home with her. We believe she is better off at home with a parent, being nurtured in the ways of God. He spends time with her. We believe moms being home is the best thing for a child. We make sacrifices to be able to live off his income.
@@ashlieleavelle Personally, I wouldn't want my husband working that many hours just to be a stay-at-home mom. I agree quality time with the kids are valuable but from both parents not just the mom.
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Poverty mindset is not of God but frugal intentionally living is Godly!!
Six figure income is not poverty.
Certainly not- six figure income is what we had at one point for a period… certainly nowhere near what we have now!
Folks with one income can’t afford to divorce.
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