Episode 7: Ben Nelson, business founder and sport specialist

Welcome to episode 7, the final week of the 40acts Generosity Challenge podcast!  Today, Ruth is joined by 40acts pro Ben Nelson. Ben runs a manufacturing business creating brands for businesses and influencers and is also a director of hockey at a local school. With passions for Jesus, generosity and business, Ben reflects on what it looks like to live a life of everyday generosity - not just during Lent, but all year round.  As the 40acts journey draws to a close, Ben shares highlights and challenges from this year's campaign, how generosity has become more embedded in his daily life and why small, faithful acts can become catalysts for much bigger Kingdom impact. Together, Ruth and Ben explore courage in sharing faith publicly, adapting generosity to different contexts and how God uses ordinary obedience to do extraordinary things.  "We're doing these acts for the Kingdom. God has given us a race to run - sometimes we sprint, sometimes we jog - but even the small steps can be catalysts for big things."  Ben's favourite Bible verse for Lent: 'However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace.'  Acts 20:24 (NIV)  How you can pray for Ben:  for generosity to be a year‑round rhythm, not just a Lent practice  that the season between Lent campaigns would be marked by intentional generosity and growth  for wisdom as Ben integrates faith, business and influence  that the impact of everyday acts would multiply for God's Kingdom  Related links:  Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bnel_wyatt/  Final thoughts: Ben's story is a powerful reminder that generosity is a lifestyle, not a moment. As this podcast series comes to an end, his encouragement to keep generosity at the forefront of everyday life challenges us to see small acts as meaningful, faithful steps in a much bigger story God is writing.  If the conversation inspired you:  Please remember to leave a review on your favourite podcast platform. If you enjoyed this series, then sign up to 'Active Generosity', our monthly podcast, where guests from our community share their journeys of faith, stewardship and generosity.  Sign up to 'Active Generosity': https://www.stewardship.org.uk/subscribe#Podcast  The podcast is also available on the following platforms: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, PlayerFM, Amazon Music, YouTube  Follow us on social media:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stewardship/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stewardshipuk/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stewardship/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stewardship.org.uk  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stewardshipuk Podcast presenter: Ruth Jackson  Podcast producer: Esther Simmons  Episode website: https://www.stewardship.org.uk/40acts/generosity-challenge-podcast