I wear a wristband that says "Live Generously." But my actions don't always reflect that posture. What about you? Are your hands daily open or sometimes not?
The Key to Happiness Is Self-Forgetfulness
July 6, 2026 | Jen Oshman “What in the world? Where are we?” My husband and I were incredulous. We’d reached our destination, but it wasn’t the bustling event center we’d expected. Instead, it was a yellowing field, barren except for the few cows who stood staring at us while chewing their cud. It was the early …
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The 11th Commandment
Todd Harper, Co-Founder, Generous Giving Over the 25 years I’ve spent sharing the message of generosity, I’ve had countless conversations with people who feel reluctant to give away surplus capital. In those moments, I often mention what I jokingly call “The 11th Commandment.” I explain it with a bit of tongue-in-cheek humor, suggesting that this …
Obedience, Paul Kim*
*Paul Kim Faith & Co – Seattle Pacific University • 2 min (Taken original from NCF**, Saturday 7, 03.28.2026) *Paul Kim, former CEO of PICSA, knows following God sometimes requires us to obey a process we cannot fully understand. Hear him explain what God has made clear to him about stewarding well the skills, time, and opportunities …
An Easter Meditation: Whatever God Requires, He Provides by Austin Pryor*
>LISTEN> When God planned for Abraham to be the “father of many nations,” He miraculously provided a son in Isaac. When God commanded Abraham to offer his only son as a sacrifice, He provided a substitute that He found acceptable in Isaac’s place. Abraham called the mountain “Jehovah-jireh,” that is, “God will provide” (Genesis 22:13-14). …
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*Courtesy of National Christian Foundation.
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 …
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