Two things will take us a very long way in our Christian life: Trusting God and understanding we are his beloved children. This week, we share stories about how our generosity is tied to that understanding and how our willingness to take risks is too.
Jesus employed many metaphors to teach us about money, but traditional financial ministries focus almost exclusively on one – the steward. They emphasize God’s ownership of everything and our identity as stewards of his property. This idea is solidly biblical and helpful too.
But our relationship with the Lord is about more than just one of stewardship. Jesus also called us “friends” and “children.” Generosity has a lot to do with how we see ourselves and how we see God. And there’s freedom and comfort in a more balanced view of our identity as children of a generous God.
According to new research from Giving USA, charitable giving in America rose 4.2 percent to $449.64 billion. Despite predictions that the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act would discourage donors, giving has continued to grow each year since the law was enacted.
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Andy Mills has a vision for Faith in Financial Services – the growing movement of finance professionals gathering in the community to make a kingdom impact in their workplaces. Listen to him share how coming to faith as an adult with a career shaped his view of work.
A group of nine-year-old friends in Minneapolis raised $100,000 for Black businesses by selling bracelets they made themselves.
So that's our parting shot for this week. What will yours be? Do you have friends, family, or colleagues who would enjoy an email like this? Forward it to them today.
