by David Wills e tend to give in areas of personal passion or to places we care about. But is it possible we have this a bit backward? Isn’t it important to put God at the center of the equation and see what he thinks? How do you decide where to give? And how do we …
7 questions you can ask God about giving*
by Randy Alcorn What if you could ask God any question you wanted about money and get an answer? The truth is, you won’t know until you try. Start with these seven questions, and see where God leads you from there. The Bible is full of teachings about money, because money tends to wrestle for …
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Generosity and Fear*
Fear is self-focused. Day to day, our fear is about us. What will happen if we give that speech, launch that project, get stuck in traffic, are eaten by an alligator… And generosity is about others. “How can I help?” Jumping in the water to save a struggling swimmer stops us from worrying about how …
The Joy of Not Wanting Things*
by JOSHUA BECKER* The story is told of a man named Arenius who lived in the fifth century. Determined to live a holy life, he abandoned the modern comforts of Egyptian society choosing instead to follow a simple, solemn lifestyle in the desert. Yet, whenever he visited the great city of Alexandria, he would spend time …
What is Rich Enough?
Game: What's your number? By Allison Duke <WATCH> Allison shares her prespective as a successful investment banker. Her full interview with John Rinehart can be found on the Gospel Patrons website. It is interesting that the "enough" always seems to be a little higher than where we are today. What is your benchmaker? How close …
A Steward’s Calling…
Who might you have helped in the past week? Who might you help in the next few days?
Whose Life Are You Living?*
By Matt Bell <LISTEN> It isn’t new news that social media can foster envy and dissatisfaction, or that it can prompt us to overspend. For example, Edelman Financial Engines recently surveyed more than 2,000 people about various financial topics and found: 74% said their friends portray themselves on social media as wealthier than they really are; 42% said …
How to Tithe in Retirement*
By: Anthony Saffer Tithing is a biblical commandment that most Christians wish to follow. However, most retirees are unsure how to tithe in retirement. This commandment is relatively straightforward while you’re working because it’s easy to calculate. Once you’re retired and rely on Social Security, a pension, or your investment portfolio, the calculation is not so …
Is Money a Blessing in Your Marriage?*
By Matt Bell, The biblical vision for marriage is oneness, unity. But that’s easier said than done. Each spouse comes into marriage having been shaped by the influence of parents, various life experiences, their temperament, and more. Getting on the same page can take time, and learning to manage money together is often one of …
All Are Stewards …
'Much' might be considered a relative term, but when it comes to stewarding what one has, it is not.
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