Keeping a close eye on kids when they’re supposed to be in the pool is an essential part of pool safety (see Parts 1 & 2). But how do you keep them safe when they aren’t supposed to be in the pool? The best way to do so is to set up barriers. That’s the […]
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Dive into Happiness: Why an Inground Swimming Pool Is a Smart Investment
Have you ever been lounging around on a sweltering summer day, the heatwaves dancing before your eyes, and wished for the cooling, calming embrace of crystal-clear water in your own backyard pool? Investing in an inground swimming pool for your family home is more achievable, enjoyable, and beneficial than you might think. Let’s dive into […]
York, PA Auto Insurance Discounts & Rewards
Saving money is hard in our economy, but it’s just as important as ever. We need all the help we can get in this area, and Nicholas Insurance Solutions of York, Pennsylvania is committed to helping you. Our family owned and operated business is able to give you the individual attention you deserve, and our […]
What’s Good About Giving While You’re in Debt
Taking strides toward getting out of debt is a good thing. Learning to discipline your spending in order to prevent further or future indebtedness is even better. But giving even while you’re in the process of achieving those good goals: That’s the best. Yes, I understand the arguments; they make sense on a calculator. But […]
What Do You Want for Christmas?
If you’re a parent, you probably hear that question directed toward your kids dozens of times during the Christmas season. But you probably don’t hear it directed toward you all that often. But you do want, don’t you? I know I do. All. Too. Much. Maybe the more significant question is “What do you do […]
‘Tis the Season – for More Debt?
There’s a price tag associated with “the most wonderful time of the year,” and an increasing number of Americans find the financial pressures associated with the holidays outweighing any “warm fuzzies” they might experience. In fact, nearly half of adults would rather skip Christmas altogether. Even still, many plan to spend the same this year […]
More Creative Giving Strategies for Christians
Maybe giving generously and creatively comes naturally to you — but maybe it doesn’t. For those of us who are more goal-oriented or simply want to really make a splash with exceptional giving, we can use creativity and competition to help evoke those feelings of excitement and provide an extra opportunity for God’s grace to […]
Creative Giving Strategies for Christians
While we may realize that God loves it when we give and serve Him “cheerfully” or “with gladness,” we don’t always do that, do we? (2 Corinthians 9:7, Psalms 100:2) While Scripture teaches us how not to give — “grudgingly, or of necessity” — it also describes it as our duty (Malachi 3:8). If you’re […]
Electronic Giving for when Tragedies Strike
The typhoon in the Philippines. The earthquake in Haiti. In recent years, our world has been plagued with disasters that leave thousands of people in need. Charities and aid organizations, many driven by their faith in Christ, have risen to the cause of helping those people get the basic food, clean water, shelter, and clothing […]
Do You Give in Order To Receive?
If you’re like me, you might have felt (more than) a little bit insulted at such a question — or at least you would have been if it were posed to you by someone you know personally. I would have felt the same way a year or two ago, but God used a seemingly small […]
The Cure for Covetousness, Part 2
When we take our covetousness seriously, we can achieve victory over it. Evaluate Your Longings “I craved, I desired, I thought about, and arranged my life around _____.” What goes in the blank, in your life? For the author of Made to Crave, it was food. For you, it may be something else — certain […]
The Cure for Covetousness, Part 1
One big reason people don’t give like they once did is because they’re spending their money on other things. Indebtedness is also at an all-time high, and a lot of it is considered “consumer debt,” much of which is often rooted in materialism and covetousness. While some Christians complain about the removal of the 10 […]
Teaching Kids To Give
Teens have more discretionary income than any other age group, and they spend most of it foolishly. I don’t know of any study that evaluates differences between young people in Christian homes versus secular ones, but I’d guess the spending of teen discretionary income in both types of homes to be about the same. Like […]
What’s Important to Your Ministry and Its Financial Partners?
Here at eGiving, we’re dedicated to helping ministries like yours develop purposeful eMinistry that makes sense with your unique Kingdom-building vision. Starting with our initial application, we want to know what you want your eMinistry to accomplish and what you’d like to see your ministry’s giving accomplish. As a ministry to you, our Kingdom-minded staff […]
Counter-Cultural Giving Trends: Ministry Tips
Amid the many outcomes of our Recession-plagued culture, reducing or eliminating charitable gifts definitely makes the list. Many churches and other Christian organizations have suffered financially, as a result. Thankfully, God has allowed eGiving to provide solutions for this dilemma, helping ministries like yours keep your doors open and continue to build the Kingdom, as […]