Annual audits should be conducted as required by the specific regulatory authority in your country and state. Always engage an auditor who has no conflict of interest with your church. John Finkelde

Scripture Make allowances for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Observation Because we belong to God we must clothe ourselves with qualities like humility, kindness and patience. We must make allowances for each other’s faults and forgive those who offend us. Above all, we must close ourselves with God’s perfect love. Wives … Continue reading Reflection on Colossians 3:12-25

A church leader must carefully protect their heart from greed and envy, and deal with scrupulous integrity their personal finances. Also, the church must employ best practices in their financial processes with annual independent audits, accountability and clear policies for how the finances are managed. John Finkelde