by David Willis* The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are blessed after him.โ Proverbs 20:7 (NKJV) Iโve spent a lot of time walking alongside families on their giving journeys, and one question constantly comes up: โWhat does it mean to leave a lasting legacy?โ Itโs top of mind for anyone who has been blessed with much. …
Six Reasons to Live More Simplyโand Give More Generously by Randy Alcorn*
Someone has said, โLive simply that others may simply live.โ Of course, there is no automatic relationship between my simple living and someone else being rescued from starvation or reached with the gospel. There is only a relationship if I, in fact, use the resources I have freed up to feed the hungry and reach …
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Overflowing with Gratitude!
16ย Rejoice always,ย 17ย pray continually,ย 18ย give thanks in all circumstances;ย for this is Godโs will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessilonians 5 (NIV) As November is the month with a special emphasis on expressing gratitude to God for Hisblessings, I have begun to reflect on Psalms 92 and 100. Both are good starting places though Psalm 100 is …
Open the Floodgates!
By Dr. Scott Rodin * I have a friend with a military background who recently shared with me a well-accepted axiom of war. He said, โWhen planning for a battle, amateurs talk strategy, and professionals talk logistics.โ This platitude makes sense when you consider the critical importance of fuel, food, ammunition, and reinforcements to winning any battle. …
A Culture Trying to Stand on Sinking Sand by Austin Pryor*
Baby Boomers are expected to bequeath more than $68 billion to their children, making Millennials the wealthiest generation in U.S. history. What will they do with their new-found riches? Theyโre likely to blow it! Research shows that 70% of family wealth is spent or lost by the end of the second generation, and 90% by the end of …
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AIMing for impact: A quick, simple method for giving decisions by Heather Larson*
ometimes it seems as though the opportunities are endless. Another important cause. Another powerful vision or worthwhile investment. The world is full of deep needs, and it can feel like the options for doing good are boundless. It can also seem like thereโs a long line of people who know exactly what you need to …
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The Holy Spirit Helps Us Be Others Focus Each Day.
Who is that someone in your life today?
Max Lucado: Your Future*
God promises a lamp unto our feet, not a crystal ball into the future. We do not need to know what will happen tomorrow. We only need to know he leads us and โwe will find grace to help us when we need itโ (Hebrews 4:16 NLT). *One Step at a Time. Posted 07.13.2023. MaxLucado.com …
God View on How Much to Give
The amount is set by God and how He has blessed. By faith, we look beyond our current circumstances and trush Him. There's not a set formula in the New Testement, although a tithe (10 percent) is a good starting point. There are debates over things like' first fruits,' and 'gross versus net,' but it's …
To be fully known and truly loved is… by Tim Keller*
*Originally posted on Saturday 7 from National Christian Foundation: 07.29.2023.
