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February 24, 2020 By Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money

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Make Lent a time where you spend less and save more

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It is custom for many Christians to give up something of luxury during the 6 weeks period of Lent.  I’ve noticed that most people tend to give up their favorite food or drinks.  It’s pretty common to give up candy and chocolates. There were a few years in high school and college that I gave up French fries or Coke.

Make Lent a time where you spend less and save more

Although traditionally a time of fasting, modern day Lent is now a time to either give something up or take something on while getting closer to Jesus to help you make that change. Finances can be something that you change for the better during Lent.

Here are 4 ways to spend less and save more during Lent

  1. Pick a “luxury” that costs you money and stop doing it for Lent.  This can be getting your nails done, going out to eat, anything.
  2. Go hard core and spend no money on yourself for the duration of Lent.  This is one I’d like to try on day.
  3.  Find something that you spend money on, but aren’t utilizing well.  Start utilizing it more during Lent.  The gym is a great example here! I’ve gotten out of the habit of going, but we still pay the membership fee.  I could make it a goal to go twice a week and if I don’t meet that goal during Lent, cancel the membership and save a bit of money.
  4. Start a mini savings plan during Lent and put away a percentage of your paycheck each week.  Everyone should be saving a percentage of their paycheck, but if you still haven’t started this, Lent is a great trial period.  Hopefully by the end of Lent you’ll be so used to saving that money that the habit will continue! This is a great way to get you in the habit of donating money to your church or favorite charity too.

4 ways to save money this lent

Of course, you can do something for Lent that doesn’t involve money!

The best thing I’ve ever done during Lent was to add in my daily devotions. I’ve always had daily devotions nearby, but I didn’t get into the habit of doing it daily until I added it in for Lent.

This year I’m giving up meat, sugar, and alcohol. I know that sounds extreme, but since I just did Whole30, I feel like this is going to be a piece of cake.

What are your views on Lent?  Do you give anything up?  Take anything on?  Will you be trying to curb your spending during Lent?

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  1. Cari says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:57 pm

    I don’t remember if/what I’ve given up these last few years. I plan on reading a devotional, though I haven’t found one I liked yet. Those are great ideas to spend less, save more while focusing on lent.

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    • Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money says

      February 17, 2015 at 8:04 pm

      It’s hard to find good devotionals! I’m trying to do one too and really like Max Lucado because he makes them short and sweet.

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    February 19, 2015 at 8:05 am

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While I love saving money, I also have expensive taste and a passion for the environment. I firmly believe that you can live frugally while enjoying the finer things in life such as travel and high end products. I like fine foods and quality ingredients, I also enjoy spending money on fancy local coffee and kombucha. It’s all about the experience! Join me as I balance a budget and preserve our Earth, while enjoying the finer things in life.

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