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Chasing the Wind: The Futility of Materialism

article February 5, 2021

As the wealthiest man on earth, Solomon learned that affluence didn’t satisfy. All it did was give him greater opportunity to chase more mirages. People tend to run out of money before mirages, so they cling to the myth that things they can’t afford will satisfy them. Solomon’s money never ran out.

Running Your Business to the Glory of God

article February 1, 2021

In her article How ‘Christian’ Should My Small Business Be?, Laura Baxter offers five principles for business owners wondering how to honor Christ with their companies. I would add one more point to her article: Seek to honor Christ with the resources He has entrusted to your business.

What Are Your Thoughts about Luke 14:33?

article January 12, 2021

I read Randy Alcorn’s book Money, Eternity, and Possessions but didn’t see mention of Luke 14:33, which I am trying to understand: “So therefore, any one of you who does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple.”

Caring for the Needy and Focusing on Sound Theology Are Fully Compatible—and Both Necessary

article November 5, 2020

To some Christian organizations, caring for the needy trumps talking about theological issues. In a sense that’s true, but it leaves an either/or impression, as if you can’t productively do both.

Theological Questions to Ask a Ministry You’re Considering Supporting

article November 5, 2020

Here are some questions we have asked organizations to gain more clarity about their beliefs.

God Redeems the Former Things: A True Story from Author Francine Rivers

article September 23, 2020

Many Christian fiction readers are familiar with Francine Rivers, an author whose books are exceptionally powerful, well-written, and always Christ-honoring. With her permission, I’m sharing this encouraging and beautiful story related to her book Redeeming Love.

Meet Henry Parsons Crowell, Founder of Quaker Oats and a Generous Christ-Follower

article September 11, 2020

One of the things I most look forward to about Heaven is learning the stories of countless faithful brothers and sisters in Christ from all places and times who used their lives to further God’s kingdom. But I love hearing some of them on this side of eternity, such as the story of Henry Parsons Crowell, founder of the Quaker Oats Company.

Ten Biblical Reasons to Give, and an Opportunity to Serve Needy Children through Compassion’s Fill the Stadium

article May 25, 2020

Proverbs 19:17 says, “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward them for what they have done” (NIV). That's a striking verse, because God doesn’t owe us anything—we owe Him everything! But when we are generous to the poor, we are lending to the Lord. 

Why Is there Discomfort for Christians When Talking About Money and Giving?

video May 7, 2020

In this video clip, Randy Alcorn and Greg Laurie talk about the good and bad news about wealth and why the subject of money and giving is often uncomfortable for Christians.

If You Don’t Really Need Your Stimulus, Would You Prayerfully Consider Giving It to God’s Kingdom?

article April 13, 2020

There are many Americans who are anticipating receiving their coronavirus stimulus from the government because they truly need the money in order to pay bills and care for their families right now. But if you’re in a position where this money would just go into your savings account or to fund wants but not needs, I would like to make what might seem to be a radical suggestion.