by John | Nov 19, 2025 | Direction, Generosity, Legacy, Thankfulness
“Then he said, ‘Beware! Guard against every kind of greed. Life is not measured by how much you own.’”— Luke 12:15 (NLT) In a world that celebrates accumulation, Jesus offers a sobering warning: be on guard against greed. The danger of hoarding is not only in what it...
by John | Sep 17, 2025 | Direction, Faith
“And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.”— Philippians 4:19 (NLT) In a world driven by money, possessions, and financial security, it’s easy to feel anxious...
by John | Sep 10, 2025 | Direction, Giving, Legacy, Planning
“Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal.”— Matthew 6:20 (NLT) We all want our lives to matter. We long to make a difference but not just for today, but for eternity. One powerful way to do that is...
by John | Aug 27, 2025 | Direction, Planning
“The wise have wealth and luxury, but fools spend whatever they get.”- Proverbs 21:20 (NLT) God calls us to be wise and faithful managers of what He provides. Saving isn’t about greed or hoarding—it’s about preparing for the future with trust in God, not fear. When we...
by John | Jun 18, 2025 | Direction, Faith, Generosity, Giving, Leading
“And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart.”- Ezekiel 36:26 (NLT) We have just completed our Annual Conference gatherings as Methodists and there’s a moment...
by John | Jun 4, 2025 | Direction, Leading, Peace
“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other… You cannot serve God and money.” — Matthew 6:24 (ESV) Wealth, in itself, is not sinful. Throughout Scripture, we see faithful men and women who were wealthy—Abraham, Job, Lydia—yet...
