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Discovering the Power of Contentment
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Inside this Issue
Discovering the Power of Contentment
Jeff Manion
More income. More comfort. More recognition. More security. More experiences. More upgrades.
Why Seeking Wise Counsel Matters More Than Ever
Rob West
One of the most consistent themes in Scripture is that wisdom is not something we’re meant to pursue alone.
10 Reasons to Give Now Rather Than Later
Cody Hobelmann
When I started my journey in generosity, I wanted to be rich. But it wasn't so that I could have a lot of shiny things (although I wouldn't have minded a few more toys). I wanted to be rich so that I could give more away.
Table of Contents
Generosity
The Christian Ethics of Street-Corner Generosity
How Scripture guides believers in brief but meaningful moments of need.
What is a Donor Advised Fund?
How this flexible giving tool can help you steward generosity wisely in every season.
Work & Retirement
Stewarding our Vocations
How our daily work—and even our investments—can offer small foretastes of God's coming Kingdom.
Tithing in Retirement: A Thoughtful Framework
Making thoughtful giving decisions when retirement income isn't straightforward.
Saving & Investing
Spiritual Practices: Insights for Christian Investors
Practices that transform investing from a strategy into an act of stewardship.
Wisdom
Building Your Financial House on God's Word
Building a resilient financial life by aligning your heart, identity, and decisions with God's Word.
5 Rules for Borrowing
Clear principles to help you weigh the true cost of debt before you sign.
Finding Contentment
Finding Contentment
Discovering the secret of lasting peace—not in changing circumstances, but in trusting Christ.
"But godliness with contentment is great gain."1 Timothy 6:6
"The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein."Psalm 24:1
"But godliness with contentment is great gain."1 Timothy 6:6
Contributors
Ron Blue
Co-founder of Kingdom Advisors, NCF, and Founder of Blue Trust
A pioneer in biblical financial planning and the co-founder of Kingdom Advisors, co-founder of NCF, and founder of Blue Trust. He is the author of numerous books on stewardship, including Master Your Money, and has helped shape the Christian financial planning movement.
Cody Hobelmann
Wealth Advisor, Wealth Squared
A Wealth Advisor at Wealth Squared and co-founder of the Finish Line Pledge and Applied Generosity. Through his advisory work and ministry efforts, he encourages clients and advisors to pursue faithful stewardship and generous living.
Dr. David W. Jones
Senior Professor of Christian Ethics, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Senior Professor of Christian Ethics and Associate Dean of Theological Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of numerous books and articles and a frequent speaker on ethics, theology, and public life.
Tim Macready
Head of Global Advisory, Brightlight Impact
Head of Global Advisory at Brightlight Impact, a team of EverSource Wealth Advisors. He previously founded an advisory firm in Australia focused on impact and faith-based investing and now works with values-driven investors and advisors.
Jeff Manion
Senior Pastor, Ada Bible Church
Senior Pastor of the multi-campus Ada Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has served for more than thirty years. He is the author of The Land Between, Satisfied, and Dream Big, Think Small.
Anthony Saffer
CEO, One Degree Advisors
CEO of One Degree Advisors, a fee-only wealth management firm based in San Diego. He helps individuals and families make confident financial decisions through thoughtful investment, tax, and retirement planning and co-hosts the Retire Confidently YouTube channel.
Dr. Amy Sherman
Senior Fellow, Sagamore Institute
A Senior Fellow at the Sagamore Institute and the author of seven books on faith, vocation, and the common good, including Agents of Flourishing and Christianity Today's Book of the Year, Kingdom Calling.
Other Issues
Living Rich Toward God
Issue 1
The Pursuit of Wisdom
Issue 2
Your Work Matters
Issue 3
Spending Decisions are Spiritual Decisions
Issue 4
Finding Treasure That Lasts
Issue 5
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