by John | Oct 1, 2025 | Generosity, Giving, Journey, Love
“If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord—and he will repay you!”— Proverbs 19:17 (NLT) Caring for those in need is not just a suggestion, it’s a calling from God. Throughout Scripture, we see that the heart of God is deeply moved by the suffering of the...
by John | Sep 24, 2025 | Generosity, Giving
“So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.”— Galatians 6:9 (NLT) The harvest is a powerful image in Scripture and one that reminds us of both patience and promise. Farmers...
by John | Sep 3, 2025 | Generosity, Giving, Planning
“You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. ‘For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.’”— 2 Corinthians 9:7 (NLT) In our fast-paced world, much of our giving tends to be spontaneous and...
by John | Aug 20, 2025 | Generosity, Giving, Planning
“Know the state of your flocks, and put your heart into caring for your herds, for riches don’t last forever, and the crown might not be passed to the next generation.”— Proverbs 27:23–24 (NLT) God calls us to be wise stewards of all He’s given us which includes our...
by John | Aug 13, 2025 | Generosity, Giving, Planning
“Freely you have received; freely give.” — Matthew 10:8b (NLT) In 2024, Americans gave a remarkable $592.5 billion to charity—marking a 6.3% increase over 2023 and a 3.3% rise after adjusting for inflation, the first inflation-adjusted growth in three years. This...
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...
