Personal Finances
Self-Reliance Course
Build the skills to manage your finances wisely and create lasting stability with the Personal Finances for Self-Reliance course. Effectively managing your resources prepares you for life’s ups and downs, builds confidence, and strengthens your self-reliance.
Heavenly Father has entrusted you with all you have, and He will help you use it wisely. Financial stability provides a foundation for personal growth, family well-being, and greater opportunities to serve others.
Course Overview
The Personal Finances course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve financial independence. Rooted in Christ’s teachings, this course emphasizes the significance of budgeting, saving, avoiding debt, and investing. It also tackles the challenges of debt and financial crises, providing practical strategies to overcome them.
By mastering these principles, you can become a faithful steward of your resources, make informed financial decisions, and confidently prepare for the future.
Topics in the Personal Finances course include:
- Becoming a Wise and Faithful Steward
- Creating a Budget
- Sticking to a Budget
- Protecting your Family from Hardship
- Understanding Debt
- Investing for the Future
How the Course Works
The Personal Finances course is taught in small groups where members meet together, learn from one another, and act in faith with the Holy Ghost as the teacher. Facilitators support the group by maintaining a supportive environment for sharing experiences and encouraging personal application of the lessons.
Each course group meeting includes:
- Teachings from Church leaders.
- Scripture-based principles.
- Practical assignments.
- Group discussions and goal setting.
Course Participant Stories
It’s Not Because the Money Changed
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Managing Your Personal Finances Wisely
Learning to manage your personal finances effectively is important for achieving financial stability and peace of mind. By developing strong financial habits (such as budgeting, saving, and investing wisely), you can use your money efficiently and responsibly.
Embracing these principles allows you to be a better steward of your finances, aligning your financial decisions with your values and goals.
“The Lord does not expect us to do more than we can do, but He does expect us to do what we can do, when we can do it.”
Find a Group to Join
If you don’t see a group available in your area, you’re not alone; availability varies by location. Reach out to your local leader for help finding a group or starting one.
Even if you aren’t able to join a group right now, you can still benefit from the course by studying the materials on your own or with a friend, family member, or someone in your ward.