When it comes to making wise purchasing decisions, our feelings can't always be trusted.  We have all experienced the thrill of being caught up in the excitement of the moment.  At those times, our purchasing decisions are driven by feelings rather than solid financial planning.

As good stewards we know that we should seek God's direction as we manage what He has given us.  The "Good Steward Purchasing Flowchart" can help us with that process.  It guides us to fact-based decisions.  It also forces us to consider the purchase (or to plan the purchase) rather than to act on impulse.