Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting in the Lord means safety – Proverbs 29:25 Rejection, feeling as a beggar, or causing harm to a friendship are just some of the thoughts and fears we struggle with as a fundraiser. We often ask ourselves what will be the donor’s reaction when I ask them for money. We worry about how they will see me as a person and respond. Whether we have experience in fundraising and many stories of success, or we are just starting out, these fears and conversations in our thoughts have happened or will happen. The […]
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Cart, Meet Horse. Givers often ask, “How can I teach my children about generosity?” I have a few thoughts that involve a Risk game board, $400, and a few plane tickets. But first things first. The question isn’t really “How do we pass generosity to our children?” The question is “How do we pass the life-giving Gospel of Jesus to our children?” Once they grasp the Gospel, they can’t help but become givers. Through Generosity Path, I am blessed to serve wealthy Christians from all over the world. These givers ask how to disciple their children in generosity. I asked my […]
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