Living Large: How to Live Well--Even on a Little (Lifestyle Guide for Christians) [Paperback]

J. Raymond Albrektson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Lifestyle Guide for Christians | Publication Date: February 8, 2000

Live happily within any income--even yours!

Discover how to give, save, and invest according to biblical principles.

Gain realistic, down-to-earth guidance on how to put your financial house in order.


Have you found yourself thinking, "Life sure would be a lot easier--and better--if I just had more money"? If so, you're not alone. A common assumption is that "more" is always better, and that our ability to live joyfully and contribute meaningfully in the financial realm hinges on an ever-increasing income. That's why most books on finances advise you how to make more or spend less.

In Living Large, you'll learn instead how to enjoy life to the fullest on what God has provided. No matter how large or small your income, you can--

Give some, save some, and live joyfully on the rest.

Packed with Bible-based principles and practical tips, this book reveals how to make wise decisions today that will help you prepare financially for tomorrow--and shares the secrets to giving generously and living happily on exactly the portion you are given.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Ray Albrektson is eminently qualified to write this book, offering golden nuggets of wisdom about how to be full of joy and effective with whatever God provides.  Highly recommended."
--BILL BRIGHT, Founder and President, Campus Crusade for Christ International

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Live happily within any income--even yours!

Discover how to give, save, and invest according to biblical principles.

Gain realistic, down-to-earth guidance on how to put your financial house in order.

Have you found yourself thinking, "Life sure would be a lot easier--and better--if I just had more money"? If so, you're not alone. A common assumption is that "more" is always better, and that our ability to live joyfully and contribute meaningfully in the financial realm hinges on an ever-increasing income. That's why most books on finances advise you how to make more or spend less.

In Living Large, you'll learn instead how to enjoy life to the fullest on what God has provided. No matter how large or small your income, you can--

Give some, save some, and live joyfully on the rest.

Packed with Bible-based principles and practical tips, this book reveals how to make wise decisions today that will help you prepare financially for tomorrow--and shares the secrets to giving generously and living happily on exactly the portion you are given.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: WaterBrook Press (February 8, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1578562279
• ISBN-13: 978-1578562275
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,085,163 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent, enjoyable, practical guide to personal finance, February 23, 2000

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Alan Kent Scholes "the_prof" (Near Denver) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Living Large: How to Live Well--Even on a Little (Lifestyle Guide for Christians) (Paperback)

The books I've read on finance seem to fall into one of two categories: either the "how to satisfy your greed and get rich quick" or the "deny yourself and live on a strict budget" types. (Not to mention the occasional, "the world is about to end so put it all in precious metals" hyperbole.)

"Living Large" is a refreshing change from the norm. It is easy to read, filled with enjoyable personal examples, and contains practical advice for both young couples starting out and more advanced investors. I had the feeling that I was listening to the "sweet voice of reason" on every page.

And this book contains a dimension I've not seen anywhere else. Dr. Albrektson gives wise counsel on how to be genuinely contented with the income you have. Frankly, I don't know many Americans who can honestly say they are content with what they make. Perhaps with the help of "Living Large" we can start a new trend!

Last year my wife and I paid a certified financial planner $500 to do some retirement planning for us. After I read "Living Large" I was surprised how much of our planner's expert advice was exactly the same as Albrektson's in this book. If I'd bought "Living Large" a year ago, I could have saved myself $490.00!

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FABULOUS AND OH SO TIMELY, February 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Living Large: How to Live Well--Even on a Little (Lifestyle Guide for Christians) (Paperback)

As a father of three sons - no they are not heading off to college either - this is a wonderful book. As a son this is a great book for my parents to read as they approach retirement years. In a very user-friendly approachable style Ray has written a great book for all those who break out into a cold sweat when you hear the words "finance," "management" or "budget". A must read for anybody, teens on up!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well done., March 7, 2003

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Detra Fitch (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Living Large: How to Live Well--Even on a Little (Lifestyle Guide for Christians) (Paperback)

Living Large shows you how to choose your standard of living, the basics of money management, giving strategies, saving and investment planning, simple budgeting, and last but not least, how to live joyfully on the rest!

J. Raymond Albrektson shows you how to truly injoy your money with biblical common sense on how to give, spend and save. A good read for those with large or small incomes with principles directly derived from scripture.