No other philosophy, religion, no other theology has anything like the willingness of God to condescend to human nature to become a baby and then not only to become a baby but to become a crucified Savior, and to be placed in a tomb. Max Lucado says Americans are so marinated in the commercial aspects of Christmas that …
The legacy we leave behind entails more than a will and the financial inheritance we give our heirs. Here’s a new way of looking at the capital we pass on to our kids.
by David Willis* The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are blessed after him.– Proverbs 20:7 (NKJV) I’ve spent a lot of time walking alongside families on their giving journeys, and one question constantly comes up: “What does it mean to leave a lasting legacy?” It’s top of mind for anyone who has been blessed with much. …
Six Reasons to Live More Simply—and Give More Generously by Randy Alcorn*
Someone has said, “Live simply that others may simply live.” 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!
16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s 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 …
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? They’re 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 there’s a long line of people who know exactly what you need to …
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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 “we will find grace to help us when we need it” (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.
Source of True Power for Your Life by Brad Bright*
If you only had more power, you could change your circumstances, influence other people, or feel in control of your life. But are you so powerless? Is worldly power really what you need? On a radiant New Year’s morning in Pasadena, California, a beautiful float in the Tournament of Roses parade suddenly sputtered and stopped. It …
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