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Generous Giving - Stories

by Generous Giving Inc

The story of Generous Giving began in the 1990s when five friends came together, challenged by the question of what could happen if Christians were truly generous with their resources, living out the joy of giving instead of the duty of tithing. They talked with a handful of people who were already experiencing this joy and asked them to share with others how living in faith-driven generosity had brought extreme transformation to their hearts and lives.

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Episodes

  1. The Story of Generous Giving

    In 1999, four friends began a conversation that would change things. Observing that some of their friends were radical joyful givers, they set out to spread the message of biblical generosity among those entrusted with much.

  2. Pete and Deb Ochs

    Pete and Debbie Ochs may look like the typical American couple, but their lives are anything but common. Having seen generosity modeled growing up, they purposed to be as successful as possible so their 10% for God could be a big number. They also had big plans for the other 90% until God got a...

  3. Alan Barnhart - God Owns Our Business

    Katherine and Alan Barnhart added an interesting twist to the American dream and made it their business not to get rich. As newlyweds, they set up safe guards to protect them from the pitfalls of money as they took over a family business. From the beginning, they set a financial finish line and...

  4. Tom and Bree Hsieh

    Tom and Bree Hsieh may seem like the average American couple, but their lives are anything but typical. Having accumulated significant wealth in the technology era, they chose a different path that has led to more joy and freedom for their family.

  5. Janice Worth

    Growing up as an orphan, Janice Worth believed that money equaled security. As a successful entrepreneur, Janice admits she has always loved money—making it, spending it, and giving it away. After meeting Jesus as an adult though, her motivation for giving has moved from a place of fear to a…

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  6. I Like Car

    A woman gives everything she has to a widow and is surprised by the response of those around her.

  7. Stewart's Story

    A lifelong ministry that began in a funeral home.

  8. Handful of Rice - Short

    As long as we have something to eat every day, we have something to give to God every day.

  9. Bishop Hannington

    In 2001 Western Uganda was at war. One town led by Hannington Bahemuka chose to focus on what they had and trust God to rebuild their war-torn town through their own generosity.

  10. Miracle in Franklin

    Description: In this video, a request to give an appreciation gift to a pastor becomes a life-changing experience as one couple listens for the Lord and follows his prompting to give. We often tell of how gifts bless the receivers. Now, hear the rest of the story that powerfully demonstrates how…

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  11. Work Like a Doctor - Live Like a Nurse

    Description: As an obstetrician, Dr. Renee Lockey knew she was blessed to serve God in a career that gave her the opportunity to experience life from its very beginning. Yet despite this gift, Renee¹s heart felt unfulfilled. Struggling to find contentment, she began listening more closely as God...

  12. Mark Batterson - The Rich Young Ruler

    Speaker: Mark Batterson Message: "The Rich Young Ruler" Mark Batterson shares what could be the saddest story in the Bible, of a man--rich, young and powerful--who receives an invitation from Christ. How the rich, young ruler reacts, Mark says, should cause you to gasp. Listen to this message in...

  13. Tim Mohns

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  14. Bill and Vonette Bright - Surrendering Everything

    Speakers: Bill and Vonette Bright Message: "Surrendering Everything" Description: In 1951, Bill and Vonette Bright, founders of Campus Crusade for Christ, signed a contract with God to surrender everything to Him. The Brights share what their commitment has meant for them; the pouring out of…

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  15. Miracle in Franklin - The Rest of the Story

    Description: In this video, a request to give an appreciation gift to a pastor becomes a life-changing experience as one couple listens for the Lord and follows his prompting to give. We often tell of how gifts bless the receivers. Now, hear the rest of the story that powerfully demonstrates how…

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  16. Don and Doris Meyer - Creating Meaningful Legacy

    Speaker: Don and Doris Meyer Message: "Creating Meaningful Legacy" Description: What is your family legacy? Don and Doris Meyer's journey of generosity has led them to create legacy by thoughtfully and intentionally passing on the joy of giving to their children. God has used the Meyer's...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The story of Generous Giving began in the 1990s when five friends came together, challenged by the question of what could happen if Christians were truly generous with their resources, living out the joy of giving instead of the duty of tithing. They talked with a handful of people who were already experiencing this joy and asked them to share with others how living in faith-driven generosity had brought extreme transformation to their hearts and lives.

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Generous Giving Inc

Produced by Generous Giving

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The story of Generous Giving began in the 1990s when five friends came together, challenged by the question of what could happen if Christians were truly generous with their resources, living out the joy of giving instead of the duty of tithing. They talked with a handful of people who were already...

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