{"id":3199,"date":"2025-05-22T19:19:28","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T19:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncfgiving.com\/michigan\/?page_id=3199"},"modified":"2026-01-27T18:30:47","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T18:30:47","slug":"uncovering-the-joy-of-generosity","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ncfgiving.com\/michigan\/uncovering-the-joy-of-generosity\/","title":{"rendered":"Uncovering the joy of generosity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

NCF Michigan was delighted to host several Generosity Conversation events across Michigan this summer in partnership with Generous Giving. Guests enjoyed several videos and table discussion and had the opportunity to share their observations with the group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One guest shared, \u201cMy key takeaway is that the amount you give does not matter\u2014the obedience does.” Another guest said, \u201cGod’s desire for us is to get into His creation, obey His voice, and give generously, knowing it all has come from His hand\u2014talent, resources, ALL of it.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t

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The first video story shown (watch it here<\/a>) featured Renee Lockey, an OB\/GYN doctor who heard God telling her to live on a quarter of her salary and give the rest away. Renee describes how her experience of \u201cworking like a doctor, living like a nurse\u201d has led her to a place of greater freedom, even while it required her to go back to living on a budget. Obedience to God\u2019s call has resulted in a joyful, fulfilling life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second video story (watch it here<\/a>) focused on Milton Buehner, a businessman in the pacific northwest. After facing the loss of three businesses and falling into a personal low, Milton decided to go all-in on God\u2019s promises. \u201cI prayed that God would help me love Him more,\u201d said Milton, \u201cand God answered that prayer.\u201d When his business started to generate a significant profit, Milton sought God\u2019s will for where to spend and give his financial resources with the understanding that, in the end, he wouldn\u2019t be able to take any of it with him. The themes of providing a fair, but not necessarily equal, inheritance for one\u2019s children resonated with many guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Generosity Conversation serves as a preview of a Journey of Generosity<\/a>, a small group experience that usually lasts 1 or 2 days in-person or online. The program revolves around video stories and teachings that help unpack the “how” and “why” of biblical generosity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generous Giving exists to spread the message of biblical generosity to grow generous givers, especially among those entrusted with much. Founded in 2000 by The Maclellan Foundation, it was launched with a vision to stir a renewed, spirit-led commitment to generosity among followers of Christ through conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re looking forward to continuing this conversation about biblical generosity across Michigan. If you have questions or are interested in learning more, contact michigan@ncfgiving.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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