Ep22 ~ To Pledge or Not to Pledge - That is the Question

Welcome to the "Bookkeeping with a Purpose," podcast.

Today's topic is Why pledging money to your church is significant.

We will explore the principles behind church giving and its impact on the church, personal growth and your community.

Key Points:

Stewardship:

We’ll touch on how stewardship is a key discipline mentioned through the Bible.

Gratitude:

Expressing appreciation for spiritual guidance, support, and fellowship can be accomplished by contributing financially.

Compassion and Social Responsibility:

Church funds support charitable initiatives and outreach programs which can help to actively create positive change and help those in need. Pledging money as a means of expressing compassion and fulfilling social responsibilities is a great way to help make the world a better place.

The Courts are also taking charitable pledges seriously. We will briefly talk about a couple of the more recent court decisions involving pledges that individuals tried to default on. This part is REALLY interesting!

 So, whether it's through stewardship, gratitude, or compassion for others, pledging money to your church can be a powerful way to align your values with your actions. It enables you to support the spiritual and material well-being of your community while nurturing your own spiritual journey.

I pray this blesses you!

 

xo,

Michelle

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