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The Freedom of Simple Living by Matt Bell*
Not long ago, a friend went through his closet and gave away literally half of his clothes. Rather than missing the items, he said life felt less complicated. Instead of feeling deprived, he felt freed up. Similarly, Jane Hammerslough, author of Dematerializing: Taming the Power of Possessions, describes how a roof repair gone wrong forced her …
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Happiness Is Not Where You Live, But How You Live*
A rich man went to see a psychologist because despite his wealth, he was not happy. The psychologist gave him three balls – one ceramic, another glass and one rubber. Then he told the man to start juggling them. The rich man quickly lost control. As he was about to drop the ceramic ball, he …
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Generosity roadmap: Creating a mission statement for life and giving*
*Sara Shelton, January 15, 2026 When Heather Tuininga, Founder of 10|10 Strategies, was in her late twenties, she found herself grappling with some of life’s biggest questions. What is God’s plan for my life? Who does God want me to be in this world? What is the mission I’m supposed to be living out? “I knew …
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26 ways to be generous in 2026
by Sheila Dolinger January 8, 2026 Anew year invites fresh intention. So, as 2026 begins, we’d like to offer some simple ideas to help you notice opportunities to give, respond to others with compassion, and practice generosity in your everyday life, so that each step you take in giving this year draws you closer to …
The Joy of Knowing Jesus: An Interview on Happiness and Giving*
*By 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 country’s future instead of …
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We Won’t Regret Investing in God’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 don’t WHEN I give money to Kingdom work.Sure, I may have …
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Treasure vs. Money by Tim Keller*
<Listen or Play> *Tim Keller | May 2, 1999 (Gospel in Life) Here's a power presentation on where our hearts are. The points around greed particularly stood out. I was in a Tru hotel (Hilton property) in western Colorado this past month. And I was reflecting on the blessings I have experiencing. I had been to …
Five Prayers for Those Who Desire to Live Generously*
By Art Rainer Where are you on your generosity journey? Maybe you already give but wish to be one who reflects Macedonian-like generosity. Maybe you started giving out of obedience to God but desire a deeper love for generosity. Maybe you haven’t started giving but know generosity should be your next step of faith. Wherever …
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