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*Randy Alcorn I believe the only way to break the power of materialism is first, to see ourselves as stewards that God has entrusted these money and possessions to, and second, to give. Jesus says, “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35). As long as I still have something, I believe I own …
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"Joy increases as you give it, and diminishes as you try to keep it for yourself. In giving it, you accumulate a deposit of joy greater than you ever believe possible." Norman Vincent Peale American minister, author and progenitor of "positive thinking."
People like to imagine what it would be like to have money. When the lottery numbers get into high nine figures, interviewers ask people as they buy their tickets, “What would you do with the money if you won?” Those dreams vary. Some would buy an expensive car or boat, others want to travel. There …
You’ve probably heard it said, “Don’t let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” This is a quote from Jesus, but does it mean God wants all of our giving to be anonymous? “Don’t let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” You’ve probably heard people say this. You …
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