Welcome to the weekend, and welcome to the Saturday 7.
Nebuchadnezzar’s forces invaded Jerusalem about 586 BC, and the city was decimated. But, after his people had spent years in exile, God sent Ezra to rebuild the city and Nehemiah to build the wall that had once surrounded and protected it. But what stands out in this story is how godly collaboration helped accomplish the task. Discover what givers today can learn from their cooperative work.
Charity leaders, in case you missed it in March, check out the replay of our recent Inside Major Gifts webinar that explores the power of non-cash giving. You’ll learn how you can multiply your major donors’ impact for your ministry by helping them give appreciated assets such as stocks, real estate, and business interests.
Matthew Hendley and his family have a particular knack for hearing God in the moment, and he has story after story of seeing God move after responding to that quiet prompting. Listen as he shares about some of the challenges of hearing that voice and the disappointment of missed opportunities.
It’s National Rebuilding Day! For the last 30 years, on the final Saturday of April, volunteers across the country have gathered to make necessary repairs or upgrades to the homes of their low-income neighbors at no cost to the families. Consider investigating ways you can get involved where you live, and put it on your calendar for next year.
Saturday 7 is brought to you by our team at the National Christian Foundation (NCF). We would love to help you create your Giving Strategy™ so you can experience more joy and adventure as you pursue a life of generosity. Find an NCF location near you at ncfgiving.com/locations.