He had wealth, power, and the rest of his life ahead of him. Though young, he had a significant amount of authority. People noticed when he entered the scene. Yet he was acutely aware that his life was lacking. From each Gospel account, we get a fact about who he is. Matthew tells us he’s young. Mark says he’s …
Cheat Sheet of the Enemy Around Money!
by John Rinehart* More money will satisfy you. Most toys and most money wins. Storing up a lot of money is wise. Anxiety about money is normal and reasonable. Money makes you secure. You can love God and money. We should play it safe with money. The love of money is not bad. God wants …
Setting a Financial Finish Line
by Matt Bell* <LISTEN> Our consumer culture promotes one overarching goal: More! In countless ways, both subtle and overt, we’re told we don’t have enough. We need a bigger house, a newer car, a nicer vacation, more money in savings, and on it goes. In the face of such a messaging onslaught, a small but …
A Sparrow in My Hands
Carrie Farrell - June 3, 2025 This week, I was dog-sitting Jonah, a delightful Cavapoo (Prince Charles Cavalier and Poodle mix) for my friend Pam. While I would normally be in better spirits caring for such a cute pup, I found myself struggling and feeling weary over the fact that I had just passed the …
Pentecost—May it never cease to amaze us— the love of God on the cross and the power of God on the empty tomb!
The resurrection of Jesus is the greatest headline we’ll ever write—the only one that will still be earth-shaking news 10,000 years from now, the one that is thoroughly good for our broken world and our sin-twisted hearts. Praise God that death can no longer sting those who are in Christ.“The sting of death is sin, and the …
From Stewardship to Generosity: How to Cultivate a Culture of Giving in Your Church*
Stewardship Alone Isn’t Enough—Why Generosity Matters Too A lot of church leaders spend time teaching financial stewardship—encouraging people to manage their money wisely, stick to a budget, and give regularly. And that’s important! But stewardship is only part of the story. If we want to help people truly grow as disciples, we’ve got to go …
Steward + God Focused Choices = Found Faith
Is Jesus Enough for You?
By Jill Foley Turner* Image: Heinrich Hoffman, 1889 He had wealth, power, and the rest of his life ahead of him. Though young, he had a significant amount of authority. People noticed when he entered the scene. Yet he was acutely aware that his life was lacking. From each Gospel account, we get a fact about …
Prison Outreach Has a Startling Outcome!
With Easter just days away, I have been reflecting on elements of its overall meaning. One phrase that has stood out is “unchanging grace.” Our God is unchanging in His nature and His grace is ever flowing and abundant to all who choose to receive it.“He has removed our sins as far from us as …
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