The Joy of Knowing Jesus: An Interview on Happiness and Giving*

*Byย Randy Alcorn, December 1, 2025 This is part two of an edited transcript of an interview with Following the Money, covering the topics of happiness, living as a believer in a hostile culture, giving, and more. See my last blog for part one. Question: It seems many Christians are worried about our countryโ€™s future instead of …

December Prayer Update

Our lives are destined to become like the life of Jesus.The whole purpose of Jesus' ministry is to bring us to the house of the Father.Not only did Jesus come to free us from the bonds of sin and death.ย He also came to lead us intoย intimacy of His divine life.ย --ย Henri Nouwen Praise: God has answered …

We Wonโ€™t Regret Investing in Godโ€™s Kingdom*

by Randy Alcorn* October 31, 2025 Kate Kiehl is a giving coach and heads up GenHerus, which empowers women to find joy in giving. She shared these thoughts on Instagram:  Stop and think about it. Do you look back and have regrets giving money away?I certainly donโ€™t WHEN I give money to Kingdom work.Sure, I may have …

A Prayer of Faith to Lean Into Life’s Uncertainty*

Thy way, O Lord! Thy wayโ€”not mine!Although, opprest,For smoother, sunnier paths I pine,Thy way is best. Though crossing thirsty deserts drear,Or mountainโ€™s crest;Although I faint with toil and fear,Thy way is best. Though not one open door befriendThe passing guest;Though night its darkest terror lend,Thy way is best. So seeming wild without a plan,Now east, now …

AIMing for impact: A quick, simple method for giving decisions by Heather Larson*

Sometimes 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 thereโ€™s a long line of people who know exactly what you need to …