Episode 148 - One Wallet, One Flesh: Why Joint Finances Build Trust
Description
Many couples treat money like “yours” and “mine,” but Scripture calls us to live as “one flesh”—and that includes our finances. In this episode Derek, Garielle, and Scott talk about joint accounts, transparency, and simple rhythms that move you from roommates to true financial intimacy.
Scriptures:
Genesis 2:24
Psalm 24:1
Psalm 50:10
Questions to Discuss:
1. Do you and your spouse share food?
2. Why does it matter whether you merge your bank accounts or not?
3. When you hear “one flesh financially,” what excites you and what scares you? Why?
4. If you keep (or want) separate accounts, what heart-level reasons are driving that (control, fear, secrecy, past hurt, convenience)?
5. What weekly or bi-weekly money rhythm would help us communicate (budget review, giving/prayer, upcoming expenses, savings goals)?
Resources:
Watermark - Moneywise Ministry Resources
Ramsey - Financial Peace University
United States
