Thorn Letters: $50k Weddings, Hiding Money & When to Say No to Family

13:22 Life with Bri Smith, CPA by Bri Smith, CPA

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Welcome back to 1322 Life – Season 3, Episode 1. We’re trying something new: THORN LETTERS.

What’s a thorn letter? You tell us your financial struggle (that “thorn in your side”), and we answer it God’s way. In this premiere episode, we cover FIVE real questions from Reddit and online.

📬 LETTERS WE ANSWER:

1. “Are my ambitions for wealth and a good career compatible with serving Christ?” – A 29‑year‑old chemical engineer fears making her career an idol. Bri redefines success: “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”

2. “Am I wrong for hiding $12,000 from my spouse?” – Six years of marriage, one spender, one saver. Bri calls this financial infidelity and says: be honest, don’t be a coward.

3. “Constant fights about money with my soon‑to‑be husband – $50k wedding, 50/50 split, feeling exhausted.” – Bri’s hot take: $ ... 

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