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.
My husband and I got married over a year ago! We got blessed to rent from a small studio basement from a friend at church. At first I was reluctant, and wanted a luxury apartment with all the amenities, but soon realized this would be much wiser financially. Because we’ve decided to be content in a smaller home, we’ve been able to both work part time at a low income and enjoy our marriage so much more! I praise God for reaching me contentment in this season. Since our home is so small, we really can’t fit much in it and were blessed with most of our furniture. My husband reminds me every day that this isn’t our home, heaven is, and we should always remember that and look forward to it! Your videos are so encouraging and have already helped me cut back in areas that I needed to. Thank you for your encouragement ❤️
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.
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.
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!
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 ♥️🇨🇦
@@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. ❤
@@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.
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😁.
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 love this video. I am blessed every day. My husband and I live with our son and his family. I get to stay home, watch my two granddaughters, and work part-time on the weekends. My husband and I live downstairs. We are happy with God first in our lives and live below our means. We don't need a lot of material things to make us happy. We are content with what we have. I wish that more people would do the same.
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.
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.
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.
@@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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 have lived this way just about ALL my life!!! Just has gotten better lately as I have the mindset you're speaking of in this video!! HE provides ALL!!
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!!! :>
I grew up in deep poverty on low income and didn't like it. We lived on welfare. It was stressful and depressing because we kept being behind on bills, savings, and debt. I wasn't able to have the hobbies I wanted because we didn't have the money for it. I definitely want to live in a two-income household. The eldest child often has too much put on them in low-income households. I was the eldest child. So I'll work a job and be a homemaker. I made it my lifetime goal to build wealth and take care of others who don't have much through philanthropy. I don't want to just focus on my household, I want to be in the community making a significant impact. I think some Christians have to be wealthy to be able to take care of others who lost a lot. We didn't have a car for a decade and a wealthy Christian family bought us one. Now we don't have to struggle getting around. That is what I want to be able to do with my income and wealth.
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.
This was definitely encouraging! I would love to hear your perspective on how having this mindset and living this lifestyle of making less helped prepare you for the tragic natural disaster you have experienced. ❤️
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.
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?
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.
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.
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?
It has taken me a long time to learn to be content with what I have now. I was always striving and stressing about more. Life has become so much more enjoyable now that I'm content. God has been so patient in pursuing me and encouraging me to change. He has blessed me abundantly. Now I strive to keep eternity in mind when the "I wish" thoughts try to come in
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.
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!
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….
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
@leedezern6862 I totally understand that some people don’t have a choice and can be just life circumstances. Life is hard. But I think having this mindset is good. As a Christian the Lord says to be content in ALL things. It’s so hard. And also not to put our treasures on earth. So this mindset is very good for that goal. I think she is just sharing it because American culture can be very materialistic and consumeristic. And a change of perspective could help many Christ followers set their eyes on things above not on things of the earth. I believe that was her purpose for sharing. Just a thought. Oh and it also helps because those who live with this mindset can have for others who are stuck in these kinds of situations. We can share our resources with others when we live this way.
Peace sister! Love your attitude towatrd life and living. However, I would not call what you are doing living in poverty. You are simply being frugal, thriving creatively (thus living as being created in His image) and leaning into Matthew 6:33 and fully trusting the Heavenly Father as your provider. And He is making sure you and your family have exactly what you need daily. I see poverty as not having what you need. Our Father is a great provider and will give you what you need and what you can manage and steward well, accordifng to your abiities as illustrated in the Parabel of the Talents. That is if you firts seek His Kingdom and that seems to be what you are doing, making Him and His Kingdom your priority in life. And I love that about you. You rock! And I beleieve there will come a time when He will bless you with more because you are faithful with little. And that may or may not be financially but it will be a great spiritual abundance that will bring you much fulfillment and joy. God bless you my dear sister. And keep up the great work and awesome videos! I'm going to now go and subscribe to your channel becasue I delight in following our Messiah, Christ and I see that you do too. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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. 🙏🏼💕
Excellent insight! It seems children especially suffer in all areas due to poverty. Deciding to turn your A/C or heat on or off is good if you have the choice to do so. It's another thing to need the A/C or heat and not have it. Heidi does not live in poverty. True poverty ='s little to no choices in life. She has many choices.
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)))
Something I dislike about these types of conversations is it really is no one’s place to tell others they should chose to live in poverty. The message should be to be grateful for what God provides no matter how little or how much. I see many good Christian people who have a comfortable financial living situation be criticized for it. If it is not handled properly then yes but just being fortunate doesn’t make you less of a Christian.
We have been very poor all our life and in 2022 my husband got his own trucking business had employees his boss of 25 years left him the business and as lot of money.he had made a million dollars in 2years.he got COVID in 2022 got pneumonia, stroke and now has late stage dementia 67 years old. We lost everything all our belongings cars became homeless and were raising our 4 grandkids.lived in a hotel for 5 months.gotba place and are struggling really bad.my husband is having 24 he care from me we are living off his retirement and my daughter lives with us and grandkids my daughter helps to pay bills for us.Honesly he made 20 to 30 thousand a month I hated everything about that life.i never live like he was making that kind of money.My husband changed and was living a worldly life.We lived in the same home for 22 years and was poor we not church prayed and new God was our rock and cared for us.My husband worked 38 years at same job we were so happy in our barely functional home.Happy is a understatement.thay new life was miserable.
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."
Well Said...i agree Just like in the movie, the Christmas Carol with Bob crachet family was real poor and the saying is. They had nothing, ....but they had it all. Why because they hate each other.
my apartment building is full of mold and falling apart. We are refused maintenance because landlord uses us as cash cows. we are one income. we are NOT happier being poor. It's a stress fest.
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. 🙏🏼💕
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Dont you have 2 incomes ? You do get paid for youtube ?! Are you not getting paid for advertising the product. Wished you wouldnt use people for your gain
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.
You have no idea about what poverty is. I was a stay at home mum with disability. We lived on one low income with 4 daughters. We had a roof over our heads, food on the table. Poverty is about not having anything, we have people and families living in a car or on the streets. We have families that don't have food, warmth or shelter. Get real, don't talk about something you really have no idea about. Talk about the importance of making choices. Do not use words like poverty or hardship, you don't know it. Not having the best of everything or being poor is more richness than lots of people have. You talk of air-conditioning, we open a door or window. You show no humility, have you heard of pride? Be thankful for everything, you may not have as much as others, but you are comfortable. You might be heavenly minded but you need to look at the world around you and ask yourself is making content serving God. Are there not people where you live that could use your help ? That you could be a neighbour to? Live in community. Practice Acts 2:42-47. I am a Christian, I strive to lead a holy life. I am not heavenly minded, while I am here on this earth, I live in the world with a Christian attitude. I am not perfect, I am a sinner and have been put right with God through Christ Jesus, death and resurrection.
I'm sorry you missed the heart of the message- our family lives far below the poverty line. I've lived out of my car... with my kids... pregnant, and with a newborn. I fully understand hardship. Again, sorry if the heart of the message was missed for you. 🙏🏼❤️
@HeavenlyMindedHome try using words like simple life or basic needs, not poverty. Do you live with food on your table? Do you sleep in a bed? Do you currently have a roof over your head? I did not miss your point. From what you have said, I believe that you have chosen a life that is not materialistic but focused on family and needs. This is a choice that I believe God blesses.
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. 🙏🏼
You should not lie as a Christian. You should say why i chose to live on one income. You are FAR from living in poverty. I know because i have been there
I live far below the poverty line, that’s just the truth of it. It’s a mindset of priority, as shared here in the video, and the heart of the message shared that I think is quite important for us all. ☺️
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.
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.😢
@@CassyAllen-r1l 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.
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.
We are super rich. We have two sweet children, a roof over our head and the Word of God. God provides ✝
My husband and I got married over a year ago! We got blessed to rent from a small studio basement from a friend at church. At first I was reluctant, and wanted a luxury apartment with all the amenities, but soon realized this would be much wiser financially. Because we’ve decided to be content in a smaller home, we’ve been able to both work part time at a low income and enjoy our marriage so much more! I praise God for reaching me contentment in this season. Since our home is so small, we really can’t fit much in it and were blessed with most of our furniture. My husband reminds me every day that this isn’t our home, heaven is, and we should always remember that and look forward to it! Your videos are so encouraging and have already helped me cut back in areas that I needed to. Thank you for your encouragement ❤️
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.
Because one works does not mean you do not raise your child. As a single mom i raised an awesome son. It depends on every situation
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!
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!♥️🇨🇦
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😁.
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 love this video. I am blessed every day. My husband and I live with our son and his family. I get to stay home, watch my two granddaughters, and work part-time on the weekends. My husband and I live downstairs. We are happy with God first in our lives and live below our means. We don't need a lot of material things to make us happy. We are content with what we have. I wish that more people would do the same.
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.
"Life is a lovely as we choose to see it." WOW!!! Truer words have never been spoken. A wonderful message today!
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.
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.
@@simplehappymama5806 choose another word it is not poverty. Simple life, basic needs met, being content with what God provides.
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.
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
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.
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. 😅
Loved this. We are a 1 income family and have learn to embrace it. ❤
I have lived this way just about ALL my life!!! Just has gotten better lately as I have the mindset you're speaking of in this video!! HE provides ALL!!
What’s the name of the book you‘ve mentioned? 🙏🏻😊
Can you share the book title about 2 income household?
Thank you for this encouraging message! You gave me a lot to think about, what is important and what is not!
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!!! :>
I grew up in deep poverty on low income and didn't like it. We lived on welfare. It was stressful and depressing because we kept being behind on bills, savings, and debt. I wasn't able to have the hobbies I wanted because we didn't have the money for it. I definitely want to live in a two-income household. The eldest child often has too much put on them in low-income households. I was the eldest child. So I'll work a job and be a homemaker. I made it my lifetime goal to build wealth and take care of others who don't have much through philanthropy. I don't want to just focus on my household, I want to be in the community making a significant impact. I think some Christians have to be wealthy to be able to take care of others who lost a lot. We didn't have a car for a decade and a wealthy Christian family bought us one. Now we don't have to struggle getting around. That is what I want to be able to do with my income and wealth.
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.
Great message, especially during these more difficult times!
This was definitely encouraging!
I would love to hear your perspective on how having this mindset and living this lifestyle of making less helped prepare you for the tragic natural disaster you have experienced. ❤️
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.
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?
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.
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!
Could you please share the title of the book you mentioned at the beginning of the video, comparing one and two income homes? Thanks!!
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?
It has taken me a long time to learn to be content with what I have now. I was always striving and stressing about more. Life has become so much more enjoyable now that I'm content. God has been so patient in pursuing me and encouraging me to change. He has blessed me abundantly. Now I strive to keep eternity in mind when the "I wish" thoughts try to come in
I agree eith some of it. If you can do it and be home that is awesome. Some cant do that, you can still be a good parent.
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.😢
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’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
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
@leedezern6862 I totally understand that some people don’t have a choice and can be just life circumstances. Life is hard. But I think having this mindset is good. As a Christian the Lord says to be content in ALL things. It’s so hard. And also not to put our treasures on earth. So this mindset is very good for that goal. I think she is just sharing it because American culture can be very materialistic and consumeristic. And a change of perspective could help many Christ followers set their eyes on things above not on things of the earth. I believe that was her purpose for sharing. Just a thought. Oh and it also helps because those who live with this mindset can have for others who are stuck in these kinds of situations. We can share our resources with others when we live this way.
I have gone back to my crochet in hopes of supplementing our income
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!
Peace sister! Love your attitude towatrd life and living. However, I would not call what you are doing living in poverty. You are simply being frugal, thriving creatively (thus living as being created in His image) and leaning into Matthew 6:33 and fully trusting the Heavenly Father as your provider. And He is making sure you and your family have exactly what you need daily. I see poverty as not having what you need. Our Father is a great provider and will give you what you need and what you can manage and steward well, accordifng to your abiities as illustrated in the Parabel of the Talents. That is if you firts seek His Kingdom and that seems to be what you are doing, making Him and His Kingdom your priority in life. And I love that about you. You rock! And I beleieve there will come a time when He will bless you with more because you are faithful with little. And that may or may not be financially but it will be a great spiritual abundance that will bring you much fulfillment and joy. God bless you my dear sister. And keep up the great work and awesome videos! I'm going to now go and subscribe to your channel becasue I delight in following our Messiah, Christ and I see that you do too. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
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.
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!
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.
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
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!
One income family, will protect your marriage, increase your wellbeing. Don’t overstuff.
Lord thank you for this video. I really needed it. God bless you ❤
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.
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. 😩
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. 🙏🏼💕
Excellent insight! It seems children especially suffer in all areas due to poverty. Deciding to turn your A/C or heat on or off is good if you have the choice to do so. It's another thing to need the A/C or heat and not have it. Heidi does not live in poverty. True poverty ='s little to no choices in life. She has many choices.
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)))
Love it. I stayed home with my four boyz....
Wow, wonderful words, so what we all should be living
Something I dislike about these types of conversations is it really is no one’s place to tell others they should chose to live in poverty. The message should be to be grateful for what God provides no matter how little or how much. I see many good Christian people who have a comfortable financial living situation be criticized for it. If it is not handled properly then yes but just being fortunate doesn’t make you less of a Christian.
We have been very poor all our life and in 2022 my husband got his own trucking business had employees his boss of 25 years left him the business and as lot of money.he had made a million dollars in 2years.he got COVID in 2022 got pneumonia, stroke and now has late stage dementia 67 years old. We lost everything all our belongings cars became homeless and were raising our 4 grandkids.lived in a hotel for 5 months.gotba place and are struggling really bad.my husband is having 24 he care from me we are living off his retirement and my daughter lives with us and grandkids my daughter helps to pay bills for us.Honesly he made 20 to 30 thousand a month I hated everything about that life.i never live like he was making that kind of money.My husband changed and was living a worldly life.We lived in the same home for 22 years and was poor we not church prayed and new God was our rock and cared for us.My husband worked 38 years at same job we were so happy in our barely functional home.Happy is a understatement.thay new life was miserable.
What is the title of the book you are referencing?
"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."
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Agreed
Well Said...i agree Just like in the movie, the Christmas Carol with Bob crachet family was real poor and the saying is.
They had nothing, ....but they had it all. Why because they hate each other.
I cant find the link for your HVAC units. Could you please repost? Thank you!😊
Sure can- here you go: www.turbro.com/products/greenland-14-000-btu-inverter-portable-air-conditioner & walmrt.us/4dvxv6z XO
Thank you so much!
Very good video thanks for sharing😊😊
O wow I'm right there now having less and yet we move closer to each other
New 2 Ur channel!
Excellent encouragement!
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my apartment building is full of mold and falling apart. We are refused maintenance because landlord uses us as cash cows. we are one income. we are NOT happier being poor. It's a stress fest.
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.
Amen! ❤
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.
Does you tube help out with your income?
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
Plus look at her diamond and sapphire
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Yup- getting free items from companies really does put my income bracket above the game! 😎
Just want to say the lipstick needs to go. You look so much better with no makeup 😊♥️
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. :)
Your makeup is done well.
i wd say ACCEPT povertyif it is your hand for a season but you can be minimalist without poor as a choice, God wants all to have enough.
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.
Poverty mindset is not of God but frugal intentionally living is Godly!!
Dont you have 2 incomes ? You do get paid for youtube ?! Are you not getting paid for advertising the product. Wished you wouldnt use people for your gain
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.
You have no idea about what poverty is. I was a stay at home mum with disability. We lived on one low income with 4 daughters.
We had a roof over our heads, food on the table.
Poverty is about not having anything, we have people and families living in a car or on the streets. We have families that don't have food, warmth or shelter.
Get real, don't talk about something you really have no idea about.
Talk about the importance of making choices. Do not use words like poverty or hardship, you don't know it. Not having the best of everything or being poor is more richness than lots of people have. You talk of air-conditioning, we open a door or window. You show no humility, have you heard of pride? Be thankful for everything, you may not have as much as others, but you are comfortable.
You might be heavenly minded but you need to look at the world around you and ask yourself is making content serving God. Are there not people where you live that could use your help ? That you could be a neighbour to? Live in community. Practice Acts 2:42-47. I am a Christian, I strive to lead a holy life. I am not heavenly minded, while I am here on this earth, I live in the world with a Christian attitude. I am not perfect, I am a sinner and have been put right with God through Christ Jesus, death and resurrection.
I'm sorry you missed the heart of the message- our family lives far below the poverty line. I've lived out of my car... with my kids... pregnant, and with a newborn. I fully understand hardship. Again, sorry if the heart of the message was missed for you. 🙏🏼❤️
@HeavenlyMindedHome try using words like simple life or basic needs, not poverty. Do you live with food on your table? Do you sleep in a bed? Do you currently have a roof over your head?
I did not miss your point. From what you have said, I believe that you have chosen a life that is not materialistic but focused on family and needs. This is a choice that I believe God blesses.
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. 🙏🏼
You should not lie as a Christian. You should say why i chose to live on one income. You are FAR from living in poverty. I know because i have been there
I live far below the poverty line, that’s just the truth of it. It’s a mindset of priority, as shared here in the video, and the heart of the message shared that I think is quite important for us all. ☺️
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.
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.😢
@@CassyAllen-r1l 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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Folks with one income can’t afford to divorce.
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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!