Let’s face it, life in America sure seems to be a lot more about “gimme, gettin’, and greed” than “generosity, giving, and gratefulness.”

So, as pastors, how can we encourage parents to help raise generous kids? If we (and the parents we shepherd) fail at this task, God's work will be hindered for years to come since our www.STATEofthePLATE.info annual research shows ... read full post

The Bible says so much about money, stewardship, and generosity. For church leaders planning a preaching or teaching series on money, it can be difficult to decide upon single theme to keep things succinct yet powerful. Three common themes are:

Holistic stewardship seriesMore than just financial management, this series covers the stewardship of time, talent, God’s Word, relationships, finances, and more. ... read full post