Podcasts about Givers

Matthew 2:9 - 11 FURTHER DISCUSSION Why was it appropriate for the Magi to give gifts to Jesus? Do you think they modeled meaningful gift giving well? Had you heard of the symbolism & significance of the Magi’s gifts to Jesus? Does any one stand out to you? How might the Magi’s giving gifts to Jesus impact our gift giving at Christmas? How do the Magi inspire you on your journey with Jesus?

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:Is this video of South Africa's anti-migrant group leader saying her parents are Zimbabwean real? https://bit.ly/dabula_deepfakeIs South Africa introducing R1,000 banknotes or discontinuing the R200 note? https://bit.ly/sa_banknoteYes, the founder of NGO Gift of the Givers, Imtiaz Sooliman, did say, ‘I follow Islamic law, it overrides any other law'. https://bit.ly/sooliman_quoteNo, there are no new mandatory driving licence renewal rules or automatic suspensions for seniors in South Africa. https://bit.ly/senior_drivinglicenceYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 82 709 3527) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

Meeds is joined by Timson and Jerryb to discuss the weeks happenings at Chelsea FC. Chelsea fought hard with 10 men to grab a point off of the league leaders at Stamford Bridge after Caicedo gets himself sent off. Then Chelsea lose 3-1 at Elland Road in what was easily the worst performance of the season. The boys discuss all things Chelsea including: 1-1 Draw vs Arsenal Caicedo's tackling Maresca the two sided coin. 3-1 loss to Leeds Tosin...horrific. Strikers not striking. Bournemouth preview Become a ChessyHour Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/ChessyHour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer sits down with Eric Cook, president and CEO of the Society for Classical Learning, to discuss the remarkable rise of classical education and its impact on American schooling. Eric unpacks the philosophy behind classical learning—its focus on wisdom, virtue, and human flourishing—and explains why so many families are turning to this timeless approach amid today's cultural and educational challenges. Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview #podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Imtiaz Sooliman of Gift of the Givers about the status of a group of more than 150 Palestinians who arrived in South Africa to escape the horrors of Gaza, and the news that South Africa will no longer receive any similar flights. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus invites us to lay down the stones of judgment and self-condemnation so His mercy can heal us, free us, and empower us to live a life that truly honors God.

Jesus invites us to lay down the stones of judgment and self-condemnation so His mercy can heal us, free us, and empower us to live a life that truly honors God.

Send us a textIn this special Thanksgiving episode, Coach Chris Wilson dives into the timeless ideas from Adam Grant's bestselling book Give and Take — exploring how gratitude, generosity, and giving back can transform not just your relationships, but your success and happiness as well.As the world slows down for the holiday, this is the perfect time to reflect on who's helped you get where you are, and how you can pour back into others. Chris breaks down the three types of people — Givers, Takers, and Matchers — and shares how adopting a giver's mindset can multiply your impact without burning out.You'll hear insights on:How gratitude fuels generosity — and how giving deepens gratitude.The difference between selfless and “otherish” giving (and why one sustains you while the other drains you).Why leading with generosity creates stronger relationships, richer opportunities, and lasting fulfillment.How to make Thanksgiving more than a holiday — but a habit of the heart.Chris also shares practical ways to live these ideas daily — from small acts of kindness to building a gratitude and giving practice that rewires how you lead, live, and love.This is a heartfelt reminder that success isn't just about what you get — it's about what you give. Because when you give first, everyone wins.Share it with a friend, family member, or teammate who's made a difference in your life. Let them know how much they matter — that's the real spirit of Thanksgiving.Time Stamps00:55 – Welcome to the 'Strong by Design' podcast01:19 – Join Chris Wilson for a special solo episode04:00 – What this episode is all about07:14 – A book that changed Chris's perspective09:28 – Discover the three types of people in life13:45 – Unlocking the concept of 'Otherish Giving'18:31 – How generosity drives long-term impact21:35 – Connecting it all to Thanksgiving24:29 – The power of being in a state of gratitude28:00 – Simple ways to show thankfulness every day31:09 – The ripple effect: small actions, big impact33:35 – A powerful, heartfelt reflection from Chris1:09:42 – Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast!Resources:Give and Take – The BookConnect with Chris:InstagramSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer speaks with David Bobb, president of the Bill of Rights Institute, about the pressing need to revitalize civic education in America. Together, they explore how a deeper understanding of American history and civic virtue can strengthen citizenship and civil society. Bobb discusses the Institute's mission to provide teachers with balanced, high-quality resources that highlight both the triumphs and shortcomings of the American story. Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview #podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Christin Fejervary serves at the National Christian Foundation, where she helps understand generous Christians and the patterns shaping their stewardship. Coming from a background in research before joining NCF, Christin has helped execute numerous large studies which have helped shape the current understanding of Christian givers.   This past year, Christin helped lead NCF in some of the most comprehensive research on millennial Christians through the NextGen Stewardship Study, a comprehensive study focused on how young Christians, particularly Millennials and Gen Z, approach wealth and generosity. Christin explains the enormity of the Great Wealth Transfer, projected at $124 trillion to be passed on to these generations by 2048, and the need to understand their unique characteristics and motivations.    Her work highlights how agency, shared family values, and hands-on involvement are shaping this rising generation, as well as the unique opportunities emerging as women inherit a growing share of global wealth. She also describes the practical ways families can cultivate unity through generosity and why younger Christians are eager to bring their whole lives, not just their finances, into God's work.   Whether you are a next generation giver or are navigating how to enable the next generation yourself, you'll find this episode packed with insight.   Major Topics Include: How agency shapes stewardship and spiritual growth Differences between wealth creators, inheritors, and hybrids Generational contrasts in trust, involvement, and giving patterns The rising influence and needs of next-gen women Family unity formed through shared passions and giving Tips for preparing for the Great Wealth Transfer wisely Practicing stewardship through small, hands-on decisions Unlocking whole-life generosity beyond liquid assets Advice for organizations who are trying to engage multiple generations God's invitation to women in stewardship QUOTES TO REMEMBER “I was learning how to pursue a relationship with Jesus in the everyday. It wasn't just about going to church on Sundays. It was really about bringing Jesus into every part of my life.” “In my 20s, when I started to understand this relationship with Jesus, it was something where I could actually have conversations with Jesus and ask for help.” “God just showed up. He provided so much in those early years when we didn't feel like we had much money.” “Faith is the guiding principle in stewarding wealth for all generations.” “The attribute that was most correlated to positivity about wealth was seeing it as responsibility, that it's about God's work in the world and joining God's work in the world.” “Taking action helps your faith. It helps you grow closer to your family. It helps you grow closer to your purpose.” “Women at large and the cohort of next-gen women are more likely to be collaborative, they're more likely to do giving circles, and they're looking for a journey more than a transaction.” “Women and mothers are the biggest influences of generosity in the home.” “Women, especially women inheritors, struggle to find their voice. They don't feel like they have a voice at the table of wealth transfer and those conversations.” “Younger generations want to see the data. They want to see the impact and the numbers. They want to get personally involved because they feel they can make the difference.” “We're seeing more and more people give from the ninety percent of their wealth, not just the ten percent they hold in liquid assets.” “I think God is showing up in tangible ways and urging people to give from all of their wealth and not just their liquid assets.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW National Christian Foundation (see our interview with President Emeritus, David Wills) The NCF Next Gen Stewardship Study Julie Wilson, President of Women Doing Well (see our past interview here) Generous Giving (see our interviews with cofounders Todd Harper and David Wills and CEO, April Chapman) Impact Foundation (see our interview with Founder, Aimee Minnich) The Millennial Impact Report Lilly Family School of Philanthropy – Lake Institute on Faith & Giving The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group BIBLE REFERENCES FROM THE SHOW Luke 21:1–4 | The Widow's Offering   Luke 8:1–3 | Women Supporting Jesus's Ministry WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you have a thought about something you heard, or a story to share, please reach out! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can also contact us directly from our contact page. If you want to engage with the Finish Line Community, check out our groups on Facebookand LinkedIn.

Pastor Jared Priset: When we follow Jesus, He redefines what can be done with little. InHis hands, our “not much” becomes more than enough. Abundant Givers givespontaneously, strategically, and sacrificially.

Pastor Bryan George: A generous spirit offers our first and our best resources while trusting that God will provide for our needs.

Stone Throwers and Mercy Givers, Part 1, delves into the idea of weaponizing righteousness to judge others and ourselves while neglecting mercy. It encourages us to experience Jesus' love, whether it's corrective or merciful.

Stone Throwers and Mercy Givers, Part 1, delves into the idea of weaponizing righteousness to judge others and ourselves while neglecting mercy. It encourages us to experience Jesus' love, whether it's corrective or merciful.

Vegan PBS chef, award-winning cookbook author, and plant-based cooking expert, Laura Theodore talks with Gene Baur, who is President and Co-Founder of Farm Sanctuary; America's premier farm animal sanctuary and advocacy organization. Gene has been hailed as “the conscience of the food movement” by Time magazine and named one of Oprah Winfrey's SuperSoul 100 Givers. He is author of two national bestselling books; Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds about Animals and Food (with co- author Gene Stone),and Living the Farm Sanctuary Life. Learn more about Laura's television show, get access to over 500 vegan recipes, watch videos, and read her award-winning vegan blog at: JazzyVegetarian.com Learn more about Gene Baur at: farmsanctuary.org Find the recipes from today's show at: JazzyVegetarian.com Stream full episodes of the television show online at: YouTube.com/@TheJazzyVegetarian Purchase signed copies of Laura's award-winning vegan cookbooks at: JazzyVegetarian.com/shop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer sits down with Dr. John Rhee, co-founder of the Hippocratic Society, to explore how the medical profession can recover its moral and spiritual roots. They discuss the challenges facing today's healthcare professionals—from burnout and loss of meaning to the erosion of moral formation in medical education—and why healing must once again be understood as a deeply moral act. Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview #podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

In 2024, Cindy's book about her and Mark's experiences living a full-time Van life was published by One Stone Biblical Resources. It is entitled One Hundred Churches: A Three-Year Journey to Witness the Joy of Authentic Christianity. The book is part travel journal, part spiritual roadmap, part autobiography, part devotional, and part vanlife guide.Come along for the ride as Cindy shares the encouraging and informative stories from her book that some of her readers are calling "addictive".

Gift of the Givers eis dat die Presidensie en regeringsagentskappe ondersoek instel na die rol van Israel en lugrederye in wat vermoedelik mensehandel kan wees. Die woordvoerder Sarah Oosthuizen sê die omstandighede rondom die 153 Palestyne wat hierdie week by die OR Tambo Internasionale Lughawe aangekom het, wek ernstige kommer oor mensehandel en Israel se etniese suiwerings. Sy sê mense is op die webwerf van 'n organisasie genaamd Al-Majd geregistreer:

South Africa is investigating how 153 Palestinians from Gaza arrived without proper documentation. It's raised fears: Was the chartered flight organised by Israeli-backed human trafficking networks? And is this part of a wider strategy of ethnic cleansing? In this episode: Imtiaz Sooliman, Founder and Chairman, Gift of the Givers. Ori Goldberg, Israeli Political Commentator. William Schabas, Professor, International Law, Middlesex University. Host: Nick Clark Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

Die Grensbestuursowerheid sê die 153 Palestyne wat as asielsoekers na Suid-Afrika gereis het, kan 'n 90-dae visum kry om in die land te reis. Die vlugtelinge was gister 12-uur lank op OR Tambo Internasionale Lughawe gestrand nadat hulle aanvanklik toegang geweier is omdat hulle nie die nodige vertrekstempels in hul paspoorte gehad het nie. Hulle het die vliegtuig verlaat nadat Gift of the Givers onderneem het om die reisigers te huisves. Mmemme Mogotsi van die owerheid sê 23 van die 153 passasiers het die land reeds verlaat:

Gift of the Givers vra president Cyril Ramaphosa om Binnelandse Sake en die Grensbestuursowerheid te ondersoek nadat 153 Palestynse reisigers gister toegang tot die land geweier is op die OR Tambo Internasionale Lughawe in Gauteng. Stigter Imtiaz Sooliman sê die owerheid het opgetree ingevolge sy mandaat om passasiers sonder 'n geldige vertrek-stempel toegang te weier. Hy sê Israel het hierdie arme mense se paspoorte doelbewus nie gestempel nie om hul lyding in 'n vreemde land te vererger:

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer sits down with Peter Murphy, senior advisor at the Invest in Education Foundation, to explore the growing movement for education freedom and school choice in America. Their conversation dives into the origins of Invest in Education, the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, and the new federal legislation—the Educational Choice for Children Act—that introduces a tax credit to encourage donations to scholarship-granting organizations. Jeremy and Peter discuss how this landmark policy could reshape the education landscape, from empowering parents and students with more options to challenging the traditional dominance of public schools and teachers' unions. They also unpack the state-level opt-in process, the bipartisan potential of the initiative, and what this shift means for the future of American education.Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview #podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Pastor Eric Zellner concludes the series on "Gifts and Givers of the Bible." This week, we are encouraged: "Take hold of what matters most."

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy sits down with Richard Avramenko (Arizona State University), Justin Dyer (University of Texas at Austin), and Josh Dunn (University of Tennessee)—three professors leading new civic education initiatives at major public universities. They discuss the rise of civic schools, the challenges of ideological homogeneity in higher education, and why students are increasingly drawn to serious conversations about American civics, political thought, and citizenship.Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview#podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Unity Without Compromise with Dr. Steven LaTulippe – In a winner-take-all world, true victory comes through selfless giving. Exploring biblical principles and contrasting selfish motives with heartfelt generosity, this piece reveals how genuine faith transforms our approach to wealth, responsibility, and compassion. Real winners give freely, expecting nothing in return, honoring God through love, sacrifice, and purposeful stewardship that...

Unity Without Compromise with Dr. Steven LaTulippe – In a winner-take-all world, true victory comes through selfless giving. Exploring biblical principles and contrasting selfish motives with heartfelt generosity, this piece reveals how genuine faith transforms our approach to wealth, responsibility, and compassion. Real winners give freely, expecting nothing in return, honoring God through love, sacrifice, and purposeful stewardship that...

Pastor Eric Zellner continues preaching through "Gifts and Givers of the Bible" series. This week, we see that since God is generous in Christ, you must love those you've never met.

Fundraising is often considered to be transformational, but most of the time it's designed to measure only transactions. Behind the scenes, a quiet disparity has begun to shape the fundraising sector: a major gift fixation, hierarchies of value within teams, and a culture that rewards revenue over relationships. It's time to reimagine success by tracking what truly matters. Join us in our journey to prove that sustainable philanthropy grows from trust, equity, and care, not just numbers and spreadsheets.  Leslie (Jablonski) Carmona is Senior Director of Donor Experience and Individual Giving at Wayne State University, a major urban research institution in Detroit. As a rare soul who knew her passion lay in the nonprofit sector from the very beginning, Leslie brings a clear-eyed perspective on the sector's challenges and opportunities for meaningful change. In this episode, you will be able to: Learn why every donor and every role in fundraising matters, not just major gifts. Discover how proportional giving can reshape donor relationships and build long-term engagement. Gain knowledge on how to flatten internal hierarchies and value all team contributions. Learn practical tips for leading with curiosity, calm, and thoughtful risk-taking to drive meaningful innovation. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Zeffy. Zeffy is a game-changing fundraising platform built exclusively for nonprofits. Zeffy is a game-changing fundraising platform built exclusively for nonprofits. Unlike other platforms that take a cut of your hard work through credit card and transaction fees, Zeffy is 100% free from transaction and platform fees. That means every dollar you raise goes directly toward fueling your mission. Trusted by more than 50,000 nonprofits, Zeffy empowers organizations of every size to streamline their fundraising with tools to collect donations, sell tickets, and manage donors all in one place. Getting started takes less than 15 minutes, and once you're set up, you'll have more resources to put toward what really matters: your cause. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer talks with Andrew Laubacher about the silent epidemic of digital addiction and what it's doing to our mental health—especially among young people. Andrew shares his journey from social media burnout to working for Humanality, a movement helping people reclaim their lives from their screens. They dig into the psychology behind smartphone dependency, the launch of Humanality clubs on college campuses, and practical ways to form healthier relationships with technology. Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview#podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Pastor Josh Shideler continues the Gifts and Givers of the Bible series by looking at the poor widow's gift. "See from Jesus' eyes, and you'll enter His joy."

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer talks with Pastor Corey Brooks about his mission to transform one of Chicago's most underserved neighborhoods through Project Hood. From launching a leadership and economic opportunity center to building a classical Christian school, Pastor Brooks shares how education, job training, and conservative values can drive lasting community change. They discuss what it means to promote self-reliance in a culture of dependency and why mindset shifts—not just resources—are key to real transformation.Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview #podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Ephesians 4.28; 2 Cor. 8.1-2,8; 9.6-8 When a believer's heart is open to the infinite worth of what they have in Christ, there's a joy that overflows in generosity to others out of gratitude for the generosity of God in Jesus.

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer sits down with Cary Sanders of JumpStart and Ralph May of St. Vincent de Paul in Boise to talk about what it really takes to break the cycle of incarceration. They share personal stories of re-entry, the challenges returning citizens face, and how their organizations are building paths to rehabilitation through community support, employment, and addiction recovery. Let's go!Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview #podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Fundraising folklore says the “one big donor” will save the day! Katie Gaston, Director of Product Marketing at Bloomerang, dismantles that ‘chase' and replaces it with steady, systems-based fundraising. Katie frames her role in product marketing as disciplined storytelling: know your audience, understand what they care about, and read the landscape by listening, surveying, and researching. That same mindset applies to development. Start by cleaning and maintaining data in your CRM so you can actually see who is volunteering, giving monthly, and staying loyal over time. Automation can help—address updates, enrichment, and built-in features you may not have enabled.Katie moves the conversation from wishful thinking to practical math: “Research shows you will actually raise quite a bit more if you just focus on the donors already in your database.” Loyal monthly givers, long-tenured annual donors, and volunteers represent reliable lift and lower risk than a single major-gift “unicorn.” She urges teams to use AI thoughtfully. Whether through platform-native tools or carefully configured external assistants, AI can scan patterns, surface bequest prospects, identify mid-level donors to upgrade, and recommend next actions.This timely episode then maps a clear donor journey. Thank first-time donors within 48 hours, then vary contact across channels—email, short mobile video, text, and a newsletter update—to nurture toward recurring and mid-level giving. Build an automated sequence now so December's influx becomes January's momentum, not a one-month spike. Even modest, realistic steps matter: one sequence, one board call plan, one January volunteer invitation for first-time donors.Boards and leadership often share the myth. Bring them along with evidence. Use AI or CRM reports to present streak length, recency, and consistency. Real stories persuade too: a decades-long modest donor who later made a significant bequest once the relationship was cultivated. Katie offers a simple activation: “A board thank you call will actually increase the next gift size by up to 40%.” Pair that with the “48 hour” rule and you have a repeatable, high-leverage play.Finally, Katie's suggests we reframe year-end. December isn't a finish line; it's the on-ramp for the new year. Lean into the cultural reset of January—invite, ask why they gave, listen, and keep the story going. The takeaway: stop chasing the mythical donor and build a system that compounds loyalty you already have.Find us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

James Root of Bain & Company unpacks "The Archetype Effect"—six distinct motivations that show up across roles, industries, and countries—and why a one-path ladder misses most of the value. We explore how to design work around what people actually care about, not what old systems assume. We get practical: keep the ladder for Strivers while building credible paths for Artisans, Explorers, Givers, and Pioneers. We also push back on generational clichés and discuss how country context and career era shape what matters. Finally, we look at older-worker design, the rise of interesting work and autonomy, and the importance of intentional knowledge capture so wisdom keeps moving. James points to Bain's quick worker-archetype quiz as a low-stakes way for teams to compare notes and improve collaboration. More information about James Root: https://www.bain.com/insights/books/the-archetype-effect/ More information about Dan Pontefract: https://www.danpontefract.com/

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintIn this reflective episode of In The Lab, Ruben unpacks the concept of “relationship equity”—the unseen deposits we make when we give value first without expectation in return—and how this principle has created full-circle moments in his real estate and entrepreneurial journey. Drawing from his own experiences and those of past podcast guests, Ruben highlights how relationships built on giving often return dividends in the form of opportunities, mentorship, and growth.He recalls pivotal lessons from Michael Elefante (Episode 161), whose transparency and content-driven brand inspired collaboration and mutual support, and Michael Shogren (Episode 91), whose Airbnb strategy shifted Ruben's path entirely. Ruben also shares how contributions to Dr. Rachel Gainsbourg (Episode 263) and Will Dodtson ( Episode 265) later came full circle into opportunities that opened new doors.This reflective conversation breaks down why “relationship equity” matters more than transactions, how small acts of service compound over time, and why long-term giving creates reputational capital that no market crash or downturn can erase.If you've ever wondered how to turn networking into true opportunity, this episode will shift your perspective. Tune in now to learn how to build a relationship equity bank that compounds into partnerships, contracts, and doors you never knew existed.#EntrepreneurMindset #RelationshipEquity #BusinessGrowth #RealEstateInvesting #Networking #ExperimentNation

Alan Barnhart grew up in Memphis, where his parents ran a small crane and rigging company. After college he sensed a call to missions just as his parents invited him and his brother to take over the family business. As he wrestled with the decision, God's answer was clear; Alan's full-time ministry was the business world. From day one, the brothers regarded the company as God's. To guard against the spiritual risks of wealth, Alan set a “lifestyle finish line,” capping his personal income at the level of a ministry worker. They also committed to give 50% of annual profits to God's Kingdom. Over the next 39 years, the once-small firm grew toward a billion-dollar enterprise and now channels millions each year into gospel work. Later, Alan and his brother formalized their conviction by transferring 100% of their ownership to a charitable trust, while continuing to lead the company. Alan's example has inspired a generation of givers to steward their families, businesses, and resources with wisdom and courage. You won't want to miss this story. Major Topics Include: Avoiding the dangers of wealth Finding freedom in a financial finish line How God led him to give away his company while still being it's steward Thinking though what to do with profit Developing relationship with the recipients of your generosity  Generosity decisions as a group Responsive giving vs. strategic giving Differences between giving from business capital and giving from personal capital Making difficult decisions in generosity  Relational aspects of being as a business and generosity leader Managing a capped lifestyle with children Thinking through company succession Stewarding your generosity story QUOTES TO REMEMBER “God, I'll go wherever you want me to go.” “My full time ministry was going to be in the business world.” “Jesus warned about money more than He warned about anything else.” “Contentment doesn't come from stuff, it comes from enjoying what you already have.” “Holding things with an open hand has led to freedom.” “God isn't trying to extract something from us. He doesn't want our money, He wants us.” “Generosity breaks the power of greed.” “We say no to 99% of giving opportunities so we can give a big yes to the 1% we support.” “We want to be as strategic in our giving of money as we are in our making of money.” “What does God want us to do with His money?” “There is work to being a steward.” “What we're doing is not crazy.” “We didn't see the company as ours, so our kids never saw it as theirs.” “Be a steward of your story as much as you are a steward of your money, because your story may change someone else's life.” LINKS FROM THE SHOW Young Life Journey to Generosity (JoG) with Generous Giving (see our interviews with cofounder, Todd Harper and CEO, April Chapman) Rich Christians in the Age of Hunger by Ronald J. Sider National Christian Foundation (see our interview with President Emeritus, David Wills) The Finish Line Community Facebook Group The Finish Line Community LinkedIn Group BIBLE REFERENCES FROM THE SHOW Matthew 19:23 | A Warning for the Rich   And Jesus said to his disciples, “Truly, I say to you, only with difficulty will a rich person enter the kingdom of heaven.   Matthew 6:24 | Choose Your Master   “No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.   Matthew 6:19-20 | Treasures in Heaven   “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust[e] destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.   Luke 12:13-21 | The Parable of the Rich Fool   1 Timothy 6:6-7 | Godliness with Contentment   But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world.   Luke 21:1-4 | The Widow's Offering   Matthew 5:16 | Your Good Works Give Glory to the Father   In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.   Matthew 6:3-4 | A Time for Giving in Secret But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing,so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you have a thought about something you heard, or a story to share, please reach out! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can also contact us directly from our contact page. If you want to engage with the Finish Line Community, check out our groups on Facebookand LinkedIn.

Philippians 2, Ephesians 3 // Justin White

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy Beer talks with Joel Penton about how LifeWise Academy brings Bible education to public school students—legally—during school hours. They dive into the 1952 Supreme Court decision that makes it possible, the role of local communities in launching programs, and how a small nonprofit exploded from 2 schools to over 1,100 in just a few short years. Let's go! Sponsored by AmPhil, helping nonprofits advance their missions and raise more money: https://amphil.com/.#interview #podcast #newepisode #nonprofitCenter for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

Nonprofits must learn to meet Millennials and Gen Z where they live—online, mobile, and driven by values. These generations demand immediacy, authenticity, and easy digital giving experiences, from QR codes to Apple Pay to thank-yous turned in 24-hours. Their gifts may start small, but their potential as future major donors is enormous if organizations invest in them now. The future of philanthropy belongs to those willing to adapt, engage, and make giving effortless.

What fuels a generous life? When we're running on empty, it's hard to give to our family, our work, our friends, or our community. But Paul reminds us that we are strengthened, rooted, and filled in Christ. So whether you feel stretched thin with the kids or weighed down at work, God's fullness can overflow into each part of your life.

River of Life is an inter-denominational, interracial, Spirit-filled church located in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share the sermons from our services in the hopes they'll reach others determined to worship God in spirit and truth.

River of Life is an inter-denominational, interracial, Spirit-filled church located in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share the sermons from our services in the hopes they'll reach others determined to worship God in spirit and truth.

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Have you been taught your entire church life that you are commanded by God to tithe? This commonly presented “command” to tithe, is another spiritual urban legend. Nowhere in the NT does the Lord or the Apostles teach the OT law system of tithing. Instead, they taught a God-honoring practice that was older than tithing, …