The Bible and Stewardship: The Tithe by Bruce Barkhauer
From the Bible and Stewardship series by Rev. Bruce A. Barkhauer from the Center for Faith and Giving. Explore the biblical understanding of the tithe and its value to our communities of faith. Barkhaur explores the question: Should we still practice this ancient prescription?
Stewardship in the First Testament: Justice and the Table
Explore the biblical vision of creation as abundance, generosity, and justice vs. imperial stories of violence and scarcity. Sacrifice is not primarily appeasement but table fellowship with God, where gifts offered to God become gifts shared within the community. By Dr. Rick Lowery. Part 1/2.
Loonie: Crazy Talk about Faith & Finances by J. VanDuzer
For those of us privileged enough to wonder or worry about wealth, being rich is about more than money—it’s an attitude. We are among the richest people in history, with an extraordinary opportunity to live richly and generously. You’ve been given a great life. How will you spend it?
The Bible and Stewardship: Generosity by Bruce Barkhauer
One of a seven-part series by Rev. Bruce A. Barkhauer on stewardship and the Biblical Witness. Designed to be used for personal and small group study to better understand the concept of stewardship as a whole-life response to a God who provides for life in abundance.
Stewardship in the First Testament: Justice and the Table
Explore tithing, sacrifice, and hospitality as practices of shared abundance. Gifts offered to God become occasions for celebration, justice, and care for the vulnerable. The Table is where God’s gift of abundant life is received and shared freely with the world. By Dr. Rick Lowery. Part 2/2.
Building Personal Financial Health
This 4-session self-guided personal finance workshop is designed to help individuals and households take practical steps toward greater financial clarity, stability, and stewardship. Can be used individually or in a small group setting. Includes a video and downloadable guide for each session. Created by Rev. Bruce A. Barkhauer.
The Bible and Stewardship: Transformation
The last part of a seven-part series by Rev. Bruce A. Barkhauer on stewardship and the Biblical Witness. Designed to be used for personal and small group study to better understand the concept of stewardship as a whole-life response to a God who provides for life in abundance.
Having Nothing, Possessing Everything by Michael Mather
How one church found abundance in a community of material poverty. Viewing people (not programs, finances, service models) as their most valuable resource moved church members from the pews to the streets, where they met folks rich in strength, talents, determination, and love.