Studies show that gratitude can enhance emotional and social well-being, improve sleep, lower depression risks and improve heart health. New research shows it may even lengthen your life. Harvard Medical School reports. (Photo: Creative Commons)
How the sin of greed can destroy your life
“Be on your guard against all kinds of greed,” Jesus says in Luke 12:15. To be on our guard, we really need to know what exactly greed is, why is it a sin, and how does it work on our our souls. this article posted on Crosswalk.com explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
God’s time, our time, what time is it, anyway?
What does the Bible say about time? Seconds, minutes, hours, days, and years are ways we measure time… but how does God measure it? The Bible helps us understand what are we called to do with the time we have been given. From Christianity.com. (Photo: Mat Brown, Pexels.com)
What’s the real reason people become homeless
Many organizations that want to do something about homelessness don’t understand the true dynamics that cause the problem. An author/activist describes his research and conclusions to Greater Good magazine. Learn about his findings. (Photo by Alan Light: Creative Commons)
Nouwen’s ‘Spirituality of Fundraising’
More than three decades since publication of “The Spirituality of Fundraising,” Henri Nouwen’s ideas still resonate with church stewardship leaders. Check out this insightful talk about the book from Lancaster Theological Seminary. (Photo: Creative Commons)
When our self-interest becomes sinful
We all must looking out for ourselves and minding our affairs responsibly, but the Bible calls for us to balance our self-interest with the interests of those around us. We are in trouble when self-interest veers into selfishness. Christian Faith Guide explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Summer reading: ‘Beyond the Offering Plate’
Here’s a good stewardship read: “Beyond the Offering Plate: A Holistic Approach to Stewardship,” a collection of essays edited by Adam Copeland. This review from United Methodist Church’s Discipleship Ministry calls it “a cornucopia of contemporary perspectives on stewardship.”
How forgiveness changes you and your brain
Scientists are finding that forgiving activates structures and pathways in the brain that improve resilience, social connection and empower you to step beyond painful experiences in an energized, motivated, and connected way. Wow! Greater Good Science Center reports.
Bible study: Generosity in 1 Timothy 6:17-19
What does it mean to be generous? And what are the barriers that wealth poses that keep us from growing spiritually? This Bible study helps us find answers to those questions. From Woodside Bible Church. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Stewardship implications of the sin of sloth
We don’t hear much about the sin of sloth in Protestant circles, but it’s certainly a stewardship problem in our couch-potato age, with wide-ranging consequences for both individuals and society. This article from Crosswalk.com explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
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