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Four Principles of Generosity from Proverbs

Four Principles of Generosity from Proverbs

As wise stewards of the resources the Lord has given us, we seek to be givers. Often, giving can be our last priority on the list. Yet the scriptural understanding of generosity might surprise us.

In 2 Corinthians 8, the apostle Paul taught the churches in southern Greece about generosity.

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Four Principles of Generosity from Proverbs

As wise stewards of the resources the Lord has given us, we seek to be givers. Often, giving can be our last priority on the list. Yet the scriptural understanding of generosity might surprise us.

In 2 Corinthians 8, the apostle Paul taught the churches in southern Greece about generosity.

Five Reasons Every Christian Needs a Budget

Five Reasons Every Christian Needs a Budget

We all have the best intentions when it comes to our money, but life seems to have other agendas. Without a financial plan, we’re at the mercy of our impulses and whatever circumstances life throws at us. Many people assume that budgets are for people who struggle...

Expecting the Shortest Day

Expecting the Shortest Day

Elvis Presley had one. So did George Washington, Fredrick Douglass, Mother Teresa, Harriet Tubman, Billy Graham, and Billy the Kid. Even Jesus of Nazareth had one. If you live on this earth until your body dies, you will also have one: the shortest day of your life. A...

Eight Tips for Setting Short-Term Financial Goals

Eight Tips for Setting Short-Term Financial Goals

Without goals, it is hard to save money or stay financially healthy. By setting reasonable goals and tracking your progress, you can develop strong financial habits and give yourself the freedom to dream about what you can accomplish with the resources you have....

An Irrational Generosity

An Irrational Generosity

When someone starts talking to you about money, you likely have a knee-jerk reaction to wonder about their motives. This is a wise response; false advertising, scams, and predatory business practices are all too common, and it is painful when we or others we know fall...

Five Reasons Every Christian Needs A Budget

Five Reasons Every Christian Needs A Budget

We all have the best intentions when it comes to our money, but life seems to have other agendas. Without a financial plan, we’re at the mercy of our impulses and whatever circumstances life throws at us. Many people assume that budgets are for people who struggle...

Mistakes Pastors Make in Pitching a Church Building Project

Mistakes Pastors Make in Pitching a Church Building Project

Avoid These Common Mistakes When Communicating a Church Building Project Every church construction project begins with a church-wide conversation. How you introduce this new initiative matters. A misstep at the beginning can have serious repercussions that reverberate...

3 Ways to Secure Church Construction Funding

3 Ways to Secure Church Construction Funding

Whether you are building a new church, trying to convert a building into the perfect meeting place, or looking to remodel your current location, it is going to require capital. Sometimes churches are so overwhelmed by the funds they need to come with that they drag...

How to Talk to Your Church about Financial Opportunities

How to Talk to Your Church about Financial Opportunities

Communicating Effectively About Church Finances Many church conflicts can be traced back to poor communication, especially when it comes to finances. When financial matters are not communicated clearly, misunderstandings and distrust can arise, hindering the church’s...

A Beginner’s Guide to Planning Church Construction

A Beginner’s Guide to Planning Church Construction

The decision to undertake a significant church construction project can seem intimidating. Whether building a new church or remodeling an existing building into a proper gathering place, there is not a singular program that prepares pastors for the arduous task of...

It’s a New Era for CityPoint Community Church

It’s a New Era for CityPoint Community Church

CityPoint Community Church is a young, innovative church located on the south side of Chicago. Planted in August 2008 with just eight people, the core group of CityPoint united by prayer for the renewal of their community. Demetrius Davis has faithfully led the church...