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: $50k for a wedding is “insane.” You’re playing house, not married. Get counseling before you spend another dollar.

4. “How do I say no to family who will need financial support because of bad choices?” – Mom (78) and brother (39) have 9 months of runway left. Bri’s advice: have the hard conversation NOW, not when they’re evicted.

5. “My husband earns 2x more but wants to split everything equally.” – Bri’s answer: “We don’t split. Roommates split. Married couples become one – ‘ours,’ not ‘mine.’”

🙏 Opening and closing prayers included.

✨ KEY SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 13:22 – “A good man leaves an inheritance for his children’s children.”

✉️ SUBMIT YOUR OWN THORN LETTER:

Go to 1322life.com – anonymous or first name only. Let us know what’s that thorn in your side.

📲 CONNECT:

Website: www.1322life.com

Instagram: @brismithcpa

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