I love the rich theology in the old hymns. One of my favorites is “Be Thou My Vision.” Recently, I was struck by the third stanza. How often I sing these beautiful, rich, songs and neglect to really apply the truths. Riches I heed not, not man’s empty praise, Thou my inheritance, now and always: Thou and Thou only, first …
One of the greatest giving challenges for women is having confidence that we are giving where and how we are suppose to give. Today we share a few tips for building your confidence as a giver: 1. Know your unique purpose and passion, and put a plan in place so you can take the next step. 2. Don’t compare. You …
Have you noticed that God has a sense of humor? Many of the times I’ve said, “I will never….,” it bounces back into my life as the Lord gently nudges, “Yes, you will. You will actually love it because I know how I’ve wired you, my daughter.” I uttered one of my “I will nevers” when reading the following short …
A guest post from Linda Chowdry, a two-time Inspiring Generous Joy (now WDW Signature Event) attendee. I have had the wonderful opportunity to attend two Women Doing Well events, and I came away from both days filled with the prospect of giving joyfully. Having been given the tools to learn my purpose, discover my passion, and develop my plan, I …
A guest post from Lori Frampton, past Denver Inspiring Generous Joy (now WDW Signature Event) guest and current City Leader for Denver’s second event in September. I attended the Women Doing Well conference last year. One of the takeaways I came home with was the incredible joy displayed on the faces of women who generously gave. Now, giving is not a …
A while back, I was challenged by my mentor to ask my kids, “Where do you see Jesus most clearly in your mom and me?” That scared me. Yet I took a big gulp and did it. Their responses were as follows: My youngest daughter laughed nervously and didn’t answer – that made me feel like parent of the year. …
In his book Spiritual Thoughts on Material Things, E.G. “Jay” Link reminds us that when making a plan and a budget for giving, it is important that your advisors are asking the right questions. If you are a follower of Jesus, then it is important to know at least some of your advisors are coming from a biblical worldview. Below …
From time to time we will highlight thoughts from a migniter—a male “igniter” who is excited about women hearing the message of generosity and who encourages them to get in the giving game. Our post this week comes from one of the original—and one of our favorite—“migniters,” Todd Harper, who serves as President of Generous Giving. He’s an advocate and …
