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Inside this Issue
Your Work Matters
Tom Nelson
Discover why your daily work—whether in an office, at home, or in the community—has eternal significance in God's kingdom.
Tithing: A Fresh Look at an Ancient Practice
John Cortines
Is tithing just an Old Testament rule, or does it hold deeper wisdom for believers today?
Financial Next Steps After Losing a Spouse
Rachel Mcdonough
Navigating financial decisions after loss is overwhelming. Here's a compassionate guide to help you move forward with wisdom and peace.
Table of Contents
Wisdom
Seven Marks of a Good Steward
Stewardship is a calling to participate in God's work with integrity, purpose, and prayer.
How Our View of God Shapes Our Stewardship
Discover how your picture of God shapes every financial and life decision.
The Prodigal's Father
In the parable of the Prodigal Son, the greatest stewardship wasn't financial—it was relational.
Conversations
Six Great Money Dates
Want to grow closer to your spouse and get your finances in sync? Try a few intentional money dates.
Creating a Shared Vision for Blended Family Finances
Blending a family means blending finances, too—here's how to do it with trust, wisdom, and love.
Generosity
How to Live Simply and Give Generously
Living simply isn't about owning less—it's about giving more for what lasts forever.
Work & Retirement
Your Rest Matters, Too
In a world that never stops, could rest be your most radical act of trust?
Q&A with Ron Blue: "Is it okay to be unequally yoked in business?"
Before you sign that business deal, ask: Are you pulling in the same direction spiritually?
"Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found faithful."1 Corinthians 4:2
"Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy."Exodus 20:8
"Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found faithful."1 Corinthians 4:2
Contributors
Randy Alcorn
Author and Founder, Eternal Perspective Ministries
Randy is a New York Times Best-Selling author of more than 60 books that have sold more than 13 million copies, including Heaven, Money, Possessions, and Eternity and The Treasure Principle.
John Cortines
Director of Grantmaking, The Maclellan Foundation
John previously served as the Chief Operations Officer at Generous Giving. He is the author of several books including God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School, as well as FaithFi's newest study, Wisdom Over Wealth.
Ron Deal
Author, Speaker, and Blended Family Expert
Ron is a Senior Director for FamilyLife® and founder of Smart Stepfamilies™. His bestselling books include Building Love Together in Blended Families, The Smart Stepfamily, and The Mindful Marriage.
Valerie Neff Hogan, J.D., CFP®
Wealth Advisor, Clearwater Capital Partners
Valerie serves ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families. She co-founded Orchard Ministry Development and co-authored Wise Women Managing Money.
Rachel McDonough, CFP®, CKA®
Founder and Wealth Advisor, Wealth Squared
With over 20 years of experience, Rachel is passionate about empowering Christian investors to use wealth as fuel to live out their calling.
Tom Nelson
Author, Speaker, and Founding Pastor, Christ Community Church
Tom is the founder and executive chairman of the national nonprofit Made to Flourish, which helps church leaders equip their people for everyday life in the workplace and the economy. Tom's newest book is Why Your Work Matters.
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