Disclaimer

Last updated: October 28, 2026

The Good Shepherd (thegoodshepherd.me) is operated by The Indigo Foundation LLC, a Georgia limited liability company.

General education only

Everything on The Good Shepherd (articles, devotionals, newsletters, checklists and videos) is general educational content. It is not individualized financial, investment, legal, tax, medical, mental-health or emergency-safety advice. Eligibility, rules and options vary by location and circumstances. Consult qualified local professionals for decisions specific to your household.

Money and budgeting

Our budget and income articles share frameworks and questions to help families plan. They are not a financial plan for you and they promise no particular results or earnings. Any example income, savings figure or side-income idea is illustrative only. Never risk money you can’t afford to lose.

Preparedness and safety

Preparedness content is meant to help households think ahead calmly. It isn’t a guarantee of safety and doesn’t replace official instructions. In an emergency, follow your local emergency management officials and call 911 (U.S.).

• Run generators, camp stoves and grills outdoors only, away from doors and windows, because of carbon-monoxide risk.
• Only use a fireplace if it is rated for that purpose.
• When it comes to food safety, smell is not a thermometer. When in doubt, follow official food-safety guidance.

Health and first aid

First-aid and health content is general information. It is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and it doesn’t replace training or a medical professional. If you think someone is having a medical emergency, call 911 (U.S.) right away.

Prices and products

Any prices, product names or store availability we mention are approximate and dated, and may have changed. Check current prices and stock with the retailer. Mentioning a product isn’t an endorsement unless we say so.

Faith content

Our devotionals and teaching reflect our Christian convictions. Scripture is quoted with its reference and translation. Our teaching is offered for encouragement and growth; it’s not a substitute for your local church, pastor, or professional counseling.

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External links

We link to outside resources, such as government guides, that we believe are helpful. We don’t control those sites and aren’t responsible for their content or for changes made to them.

Assessments and self-checks

Any self-assessment or readiness score we offer is educational and self-reported. It is not a certification, prediction, diagnosis, or measure of spiritual worth.

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