Giving magazine

A reflection by H. Fred Bernhard “Tell those rich in this world’s goods to quit being so full of themselves and so obsessed with money: which is here today and gone tomorrow. Tell them to go after God, who piles on all the riches we could ever manage—to do good, to be rich in helping

A reflection by Adam J. Copeland “Not that I am referring to being in need; for I have learned to be content with whatever I have” (Philippians 4:11). If only simple living were actually simple. I recently found my way to a website dedicated to simple living. The author suggested hiring a style consultant to

Adapted from “Raising a Grateful Child” by Dr. Rich Melheim. “Example is not the main thing in life. It is the only thing.” —Albert Schweitzer I grew up in a home where thanksgiving and thanks-living were core—not only to what we did but also to who we were. Every meal at our table started with

Adapted from “God’s First Responders” by Michelle Cobb. Every day our attention is grabbed by news stories of public servants who respond to emergencies. They are known by their well-recognized garb: hats, boots, and coats that identify these persons as first responders in times of great need. In the local church community, we also have