Should a guy have 30k saved before Marriage? | Christian Perspective | EP20

Should a man have a large amount saved before marriage? Many men feel pressured to reach a financial milestone before getting married, but is that truly necessary? Meanwhile, some women prefer to date men who are already financially stable—but why? Is financial security a valid concern, or could it cause people to miss out on great relationships?
In this episode, we’ll explore saving money before marriage from a Christian perspective, looking at both biblical wisdom and practical realities. Should financial stability come before saying “I do,” or is there a better way to approach marriage preparation?

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro 
2:35 Why is this conversation important?
4:12 Why men feel they need a certain amount saved before marriage
6:10 Do Christian women expect men to have a certain amount saved before marriage?
9:44 How a man's age impacts the expectation of having savings before marriage
12:42 Some women prefer a man to have a certain amount saved before marriage
14:22 Some women prefer a man to have savings before marriage for financial security
17:29 If you have a vision, you have to put in the work to make it a reality. Don’t be Lazy
20:18 If a man's vision or business isn’t taking off, he needs to get a job to provide for his family
25:46 Chris' story: Changing his view on savings before marriage
28:14 Some men save before marriage, not for security, but for the wedding day
33:00 Invest into your marriage, not just the wedding day
37:36 Some women don't want to build with a man; they want the finished product
40:17 Point 1 Men: Be diligent with finances, but don’t let fear or worldly standards delay a God-honoring marriage. Trust God’s provision
43:36 Point 2 Men: Marriage is about spiritual leadership and sacrificial love—make Christ the center, not money
44:54 Point 3 Men: Marriage is a partnership to grow together in all areas
49:06 Point 4 Men: Have a plan and be a wise steward
51:57 Point 1 Women: Value character and faith over a man's financial status
57:33 Point 2 Women: Financial security is important, but so is faith in God’s provision
59:45 Point 3 Women: Be willing to build with a man. A humble beginning with faith can lead to a strong foundation
1:06:38 Outro

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