“I went to Jerusalem, and after staying there three days I set out during the night with a few others. I had not told anyone what my God had put in my heart to do for Jerusalem” (Nehemiah 2:11-12).Nehemiah was on a mission from God...
Jesse had seven of his sons pass before Samuel, but Samuel said to him, “The Lord has not chosen these.” 11 So he asked Jesse, “Are these all the sons you have?” “There is still the youngest,” Jesse answered. “He is tending the sheep” (1 Samuel 16:10-11).King Saul disqualified himself,...
Watch Pat for his insight on these advanced steps of donor engagement: (1) Information, (2) Education, (3) Cultivation, (4) Inspiration, and (5) Solicitation. Watch Pat's helpful webinar here!https://youtu.be/UtcEwqtEo7s...
“Here are the stages in the journey of the Israelites when they came out of Egypt by divisions under the leadership of Moses and Aaron. At the Lord’s command Moses recorded the stages in their journey. This is their journey by stages…” (Numbers. 33:1-2).Did you...
“Be more concerned with your character than your reputation. Because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think about you.”- John Wooden“Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips...
Do these thoughts describe your ministry?“We do events to raise money and awareness but don’t seem to have many big donors.”“Our organization is small, and people are not accustomed to giving much outside of normal fees for services.”How can you encourage a culture of generosity...
Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” What a great fundraising principle! The first gift is the hardest gift to ask for and receive but a $100 entry level gift could eventually grow into a $1 million...
“But show kindness to the sons of Barzillai of Gilead and let them be among those who eat at your table. They stood by me when I fled from your brother Absalom” (1 Kings 2:7).David was experiencing the lowest moment of his life. His son, Absalom, rebelled forcing...
