January 21, 2020
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Before You Say Anything Else About Giving, Say This
What would happen if, instead of talking about how giving changes others, you framed it in terms of how it changes them personally?
Phillip Leo
January 6, 2020
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It's How They Lived
When the daughters of Hal and Jane Rodenhouse began to lend a hand with their parents’ finances, they were astounded by what they discovered.
December 10, 2019
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"God Doesn't Want Your Ten Percent" Video
To tithe or not to tithe? Watch this video where we discuss the biblical teaching of tithing.
December 9, 2019
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Act Quickly - Charitable Gift Annuity Rates Drop January 1
Current gift annuity rates are the highest they’ve been in years! However, as of January 1, 2020, rates will decrease by .3 to .5 percent.
December 9, 2019
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Important Information for IRA Gifts in December
If you plan to make an IRA gift in December, here's some important information you'll want to know.
November 25, 2019
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Where Is Their Wealth Going?
A young pastor recently said to me, “Two-thirds of our church’s members are 65 years and older. What I want to know is this: Once they’re gone, where is all their wealth going?”
November 11, 2019
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Generosity’s Ripple Effect
Even in their will, Rich and Ann Meyer were careful to reflect giving as a priority.
October 30, 2019
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Now Available! "Generosity Today" Fall Issue
Generosity Today is a quarterly publication from The Barnabas Foundation. It's designed to inspire generosity and educate your congregation about smart ways they can support your church beyond the offering plate.
October 29, 2019
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Does Jesus Want Me to Buy My Friends?
“Come again, Jesus? You’re pushing swag? To influence people? A bit unseemly, wouldn’t you say?”
October 15, 2019
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Practicing God's Presence: One Church's Story (Recording)
What does it look like to try and practice the presence of God together as a congregation? Rev. Greg Janke, pastor at Palos Height CRC, shares his church's story.
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Thanks, Colin. Obviously, most folks are careful about sharing household income but an anonymous survey would give people the freedom to choose a range of income which is helpful information too....
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I really like the idea of giving up the habit of worrying. At times, I've thought about it this way too. Kudos to your wife for the insight!!
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Scott -- I really like the idea of proverbs as life hacks. I think that would make a great sermon series!!
I wouldn't say that life is too messy for a system because systems are built into...
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Thanks for sharing about your dad. That's real leadership and also shows integrity. What a great example!
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Ken -- This is great. I love it! I've been thinking too that giving is a doorway through which we enter into a deeper fellowship with God and one another. I like how you contrast giving with the...
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