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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.
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.
Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD): An Important Tool to Increase Good Stewardship & Generosity
Many believers are unaware of a giving option available through retirement accounts. Leo Sabo and Stephen Hartley introduce Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), explaining how this tool can help seniors steward their resources wisely while supporting greater generosity.
Estate Planning: A Valuable Ministry Opportunity
Estate planning is more than a helpful service—it can be a meaningful ministry opportunity. Leo Sabo talks with Dave Hess of Financial Planning Ministry about helping families create a legacy through wills, trusts, and planned giving that supports future ministry.
Next Level Generosity: A Ministry for the Wealthy
Stewardship ministry is about more than debt reduction and budgeting. Leo Sabo talks with David Thoroughman of MortarStone about helping affluent Christians pursue intentional, strategic generosity and faithfully direct the resources God has entrusted to them toward church and Kingdom causes.
The Value of Planned Giving to Your People and Your Ministry
Many pastors miss opportunities to care for people through planned giving. Leo Sabo talks with Dave Hess of Financial Planning Ministry about helping families create and maintain estate plans that provide for loved ones and support the ministries they value.
A Closer Look at Charting Your Legacy Small Group Study with Dan Nicewander
Choosing a stewardship curriculum is not one-size-fits-all. Leo Sabo explores Compass’s Charting Your Legacy study with Dan Nicewander—a resource designed to help people with financial surplus navigate the spiritual risks of wealth, finish well, and make an eternal impact.
Establishing a Lasting Legacy For Your Church
Estate planning is about more than large gifts—it is a practical way for churches to care for people and strengthen their long-term mission. Mike Prior shares how a year-round estate planning ministry benefits families and builds a lasting legacy.
Should Your Church Have An Estate Planning Program?
Estate planning is one of the most important stewardship decisions people will make. This episode explores how churches can equip members with wills, trusts, and legacy-planning resources that serve families and support a long-term ministry vision.