Everyday banking can become a tool for God's kingdom when financial decisions align with faith. Christian Community Credit Union and Adelphi offer unique approaches to banking, supporting churches, families, and ministries worldwide. By integrating faith with finances, individuals can make a tangible impact on their communities and beyond. [... more]

Scripture calls us to anchor our hope in Christ, trusting him in both abundance and hardship, rather than measuring God's love by our circumstances. The prosperity gospel distorts biblical truth, making health and wealth a measuring stick for spiritual success. Faithful believers have walked through both abundance and hardship, and scripture shows us that faithful giving is an act of worship and thankfulness to God, not a formula to get results in our life. [... more]

Women are increasingly becoming the primary financial decision makers after inheriting wealth from their spouses, and with this responsibility comes the opportunity for wise and faithful stewardship. Sharon Epps, president of Kingdom Advisors, shares insights from research on Christian women's financial habits and generosity, highlighting the importance of clarity, confidence, and biblical understanding in making financial decisions. [... more]

Christian banking institutions like Christian Community Credit Union offer faith-based financial services that align with biblical values. Financial stewardship and generosity are key themes in managing one's finances, and giving to charitable causes can be done in a way that is sustainable and responsible. Effective financial planning and retirement savings strategies can also help individuals achieve their financial goals while living out their faith. [... more]

The heart behind generosity is explored, with a focus on the motives that shape our giving and why God cares deeply about them. Pierce Taylor Hibbs discusses the biblical concept of the heart, Labob, and how it governs all that we do, including our actions and decisions. He also unpacks the story of the widow in Mark 12, who gave two copper coins, and how her motives were celebrated by Jesus. [... more]

Modeling faith and generosity around money is crucial for discipling children and shaping their financial foundation. Parents can use everyday money decisions as opportunities for teaching and discipleship, focusing on heart posture and values rather than just financial skills. [... more]

True impactful generosity requires wisdom, and God invites us to go beyond a one-time act of charity and into relationships that mirror his heart for renewal. Helping the poor this Christmas and long after requires a deeper kind of generosity that flows out of a relationship with Christ and the grace and love found present there. [... more]

Sharon Epps shares insights on the generosity of women in the Bible, specifically Joanna who financially supported Jesus, and how her story teaches us about receiving before giving and the virtuous cycle of giving. Rob West discusses various financial topics, including retirement planning, student loans, and Social Security benefits, using biblical principles to guide decision-making. [... more]

The next generation is redefining stewardship and generosity, with a focus on authenticity, impact, and community. Women play a significant role in shaping generosity, and advisors should consider co-creation and connecting head and heart when working with millennials and Gen Z. A reverse mortgage can be a viable option for tapping into home equity, and QCDs allow for tax-free charitable giving from IRAs. [... more]

When giving, we often expect a transactional return, but scripture presents generosity as a way to receive something far greater than wealth. We receive freedom from greed, joy in Christ, and purpose in God's kingdom. Our motivation for giving should be love, not return, and we should give to participate in the life God has already set before us. [... more]

Our view of God shapes everything, including our financial stewardship. A distorted view of God can lead to unfaithfulness, while a correct view leads to trust and worship. Faithful stewardship is not about performance, but about trust in God's character and heart. [... more]

Discovering your God-given giving style is key to finding joy and generosity, says Chris Gabriel, author of Wise Generosity. He joins Rob West to discuss the concept of wise generosity, including the idea of a personal giving identity and how it can help you give in a more strategic and meaningful way. [... more]

David Bonson discusses how work is an integral part of our identity and purpose, and how it reflects God's design for humanity. He argues that work is not just a means to an end, but an end in itself, and that it has inherent value and meaning. Bonson also explores the relationship between work and rest, and how the modern cultural view of retirement is misguided. He encourages Christians to view work as a way to serve God and others, and to live out their faith in their daily work. [... more]

The prosperity gospel redefines God's blessing primarily in material terms, leading to a distorted view of faith and financial decisions. Dr. David W. Jones discusses the dangers of this theology and the importance of a biblical understanding of blessing and provision, emphasizing the need to trust in God's revealed grace and not view faith as a force that generates blessings. [... more]

The generosity of women in the Bible is explored, particularly Joanna, who provided for Jesus and his entourage despite her wealth and royal lifestyle. Her story highlights the importance of receiving from God before giving, and the virtuous cycle of giving and receiving. A biblical worldview is applied to financial decisions, emphasizing the importance of stewardship, generosity, and faithfulness. [... more]

Women are increasingly inheriting wealth and face unique challenges in managing it, including a lack of financial planning and passion for generosity. Christian financial advisors can play a crucial role in helping women prepare for the responsibility of inherited wealth and live out their values through wise financial decisions. [... more]

The foster care crisis in America is a pressing issue, with millions of children entering the system each year. However, local churches and communities can make a significant difference by providing relational connections and support to families in crisis. Care Portal is a platform that facilitates this connection, allowing churches to respond to real-time needs of children and families, and potentially reversing the foster care crisis in America. [... more]

Joe Knittig shares the story of Care Portal, a platform that connects churches with local child welfare services to provide support to children and families in crisis. The platform has grown from one county in Texas to 22 states, serving over 82,000 children and facilitating relational connections between churches and families. [... more]

Forgiveness is a choice that releases a person from a wrong committed against you, but it doesn't necessarily mean reconciliation. Dr. Tony Evans explains the difference between unilateral and transactional forgiveness, and how forgiveness is linked to being forgiven by God. He shares stories from the Bible, including the story of Joseph, to illustrate the importance of forgiveness in healing and moving forward. [... more]

Forgiveness is a crucial decision that can set you free from the burden of past hurts and open the door for God's miracles in your life. Dr. Tony Evans explains the importance of forgiving others and ourselves, and how it can lead to healing, restoration, and reconciliation. [... more]