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Why Don’t People Give More? Understanding the Barriers to Generosity
Why don’t people give more—even when they believe they should? Leo Sabo and Ron Sellers of Grey Matter Research explore the financial, emotional, and spiritual barriers to generosity, and how churches can help people take faithful next steps toward lifelong generosity.
Why Is Giving Declining? What the Data Reveals About Generosity and Discipleship
Giving among evangelical Christians has declined since 2020, but the story is bigger than dollars. Leo Sabo and researcher Ron Sellers explore what the data reveals about tithing, spiritual engagement, and why generosity belongs at the center of discipleship.
The Fruit of Discipleship: Stewardship and Generosity
Is generosity something Christians must be taught—or the natural fruit of becoming more like Jesus? Leo Sabo and Jeff Ward explore stewardship, wise giving, healthy boundaries, and the joy of participating in God’s work.
What Church Giving Data Reveals: Participation Is Up, But Something Is Missing
What does church giving data reveal about the health of discipleship? Leo Sabo and DeWayne McNally of MortarStone unpack encouraging participation trends alongside concerns about giver retention, declining median gifts, and overreliance on a small group of donors.
From Giving Campaign to Generosity Culture - Building Something That Lasts
How can a church move beyond fundraising campaigns to build a culture of generosity that lasts? Leo Sabo and Bob Lotich explore why transformed hearts—not pressure—lead to lasting stewardship, and how churches can guide people from financial stress to freedom and joyful generosity.
The Real Reason Your Congregation Isn’t Giving More (It’s Not What You Think)
Why aren’t more people in your congregation giving? Leo Sabo and Bob Lotich explore why generosity often stalls—not because people do not care, but because they lack financial margin, clarity, and sustainable systems for spending, saving, and giving.
How a Middle-Class Couple Gave Away $1 Million by Age 40
How did a middle-class couple give away $1 million by age 40? Leo Sabo and Bob Lotich share the journey from having just $7 to building a life of radical generosity—reframing financial success from net worth to net given and learning to trust God with every outcome.
Bridging Faith and Finance: The Mission of 316 Financial
What does it look like to connect faith and finance in everyday life? Leo Sabo talks with Rey Feliciano of 316 Financial about financial discipleship, responsible lending, generosity, and helping churches prepare for financial conversations that support their mission.
Transforming Fundraising with Biblical Wisdom with Dr. Russell James - Part 3
How can ministries approach fundraising as a meaningful part of discipleship? Leo Sabo and Dr. Russell James discuss biblical principles for engaging donors, stewarding non-cash gifts, encouraging impact investing, and helping people experience the joy of using their wealth for good works.
Transforming Fundraising with Biblical Wisdom with Dr. Russell James - Part 2
How can ministries help Christians enjoy wealth through good works and generosity? Leo Sabo and Dr. Russell James discuss biblical fundraising, non-cash gifts, wealth sharing, donor relationships, and creating meaningful opportunities for Kingdom impact.
Transforming Fundraising with Biblical Wisdom with Dr. Russell James - Part 1
What is the biblical foundation for fundraising? In Part 1, Leo Sabo and Dr. Russell James explore how ministries can approach wealth holders as valued partners in God’s work—not fundraising targets—through relational, gospel-centered generosity.
Innovation with Integrity: How My Well Helps Churches Steward Tech for the Kingdom
How can churches steward their giving technology with greater integrity? Leo Sabo and My Well Ministry founder John Pizaferro discuss transparent pricing, data ownership, donor migration, and redirecting saved processing fees toward ministry and mission.
How to Launch a Stewardship and Generosity Ministry That Sticks
What does it take to build a stewardship and generosity ministry that lasts? Leo Sabo and Jeremy Williams discuss leadership alignment, stewardship champions, personal testimonies, early wins, and practical ways to create lasting momentum in your church.
What Giving Reveals About Spiritual Health And The Opportunities For Discipleship
In this episode of Stewardship Leader, we discuss the importance of stewardship and generosity in churches with guests Danny Stokes and DeWayne McNally. We explore how engagement in giving reflects the spiritual health of a congregation, the significance of understanding different generational motivations for giving, and the role of data in guiding church leaders. You'll also learn the importance of effective communication, pastoral care for lapsed givers, and the development of high-capacity givers as leaders within the church. Ultimately, this conversation will help you transition from a fundraising approach to a discipleship-based approach in church giving.
Discipleship, Trust, and the Future of Church Giving
What will shape the future of church giving? Leo Sabo talks with Andrew Brooks and John Warren of Subsplash about using technology intentionally, communicating with transparency, and integrating generosity into discipleship to build trust and reach younger generations.
Unlocking Generosity in Church Leadership
How can church leaders unlock generosity in their congregations? Leo Sabo and Frank Bealer of Generis explore the theology of giving, transformational generosity, honest money conversations, and practical systems that help churches build a lasting culture of stewardship.
A Greater Way to Give powered by Helping Hands Ministries
What does a greater way to give look like? Leo Sabo and Paul Cooper of Helping Hands Ministry explore how donor-advised funds, personalized giving strategies, and wise stewardship can remove barriers to generosity and connect donors with meaningful Kingdom impact.
The Role of Fasting in Stewardship and Generosity
What does fasting have to do with stewardship? This episode explores how the spiritual discipline of fasting can deepen dependence on God, reshape our relationship with material things, and cultivate the heart posture that leads to sacrificial generosity.
Teaching Generosity to the Next Generation
How can we raise the next generation of generous disciples? Leo Sabo and David Thompson explore practical tools and biblical principles for teaching children, youth, and young adults that stewardship and generosity are a vital part of following Jesus.
At The Heart of Generosity: What Jesus Actually Said About Money
What did Jesus actually say about money? Leo Sabo and author John Jonez explore God’s design for wealth and faith, revealing how money can become either a distraction or a tool for living generously and keeping Christ at the center.