The Gift of Giving
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Articles and resources to assist you in growing your top spiritual gifts as revealed by the Spiritual Gifts Inventory, based on the study, Serving from the Heart.


Giving Joyfully
By Jessica Miller KelleyBeing a pastor's family, I don't know if I should admit this, but my husband and I disagree over whether one's tithe (the traditional 10% of gross income one "gives back to God"… read more

When Spouses Clash on Giving
By Jeff AndersonFor over a decade I have been talking with folks about their personal financial giving. Among the most common questions I hear is,
"What do I do when my spouse and I are not on… read more

shiny gods
What happens when we truly put God first in all aspects of our lives? In a culture guided chiefly by shiny, life-promising distractions, “enough” seems elusive and keeps us…

Stewardship Options: Why Do I Give?
By Ministry MattersAny stewardship campaign has to start with the question on everyone's mind, "Why should I give?" There are many ways to answer that question, and it will likely be different for… read more


From Stewardship to Generosity
By Robert SchnaseA few years ago, I had the privilege of speaking at a training seminar at a large United Methodist church. My host was on staff at the church, and he described how he had recently … read more

Treasures of the Transformed Life 40 Day Reading Book
Not matter how good life is, most Christians thirst for something more. Although we are people of faith, many of us aren't satisfied. We long for lives that are more fulfilled…

Four Million Dollars for the Church
By J. Clif ChristopherLast week one of our ministry strategists called me to share disturbing news about one of his clients. The pastor had just told him the church was notified they were the recipient … read more

A Generous Life
By Ben SimpsonChristian life at its best is marked by generosity. Followers of Jesus should be eager to serve. They should abound in charity, love, hope, and faith. Christians should be… read more

Money for Missions: Project Ideas
By Raney K. Good0ne evening at dinner Jack listened as his mother and father talked about a mission trip to Haiti that a group of adults from his church were planning. Although Jack's parents… read more


Debt and Digital Giving
By Ben GosdenIt seems like everything is moving into the digital world these days. The Internet has quickly become a world unto itself where we can share the highlights of our life, purchase… read more
