I was on the Faith & Finance podcast with Rob West, talking about giving guidelines to fight materialism. 

Randy had a conversation with Rob West on the FaithFi podcast. They discussed the idolatry of materialism, cultivating a habit of giving, and some guidelines for giving from the New Testament.  In this clip from their conversation, Randy shares a vital reminder about stewardship. 

If we understand what Scripture says about giving, we’ll realize there’s no greater privilege than to live lives of overflowing love and joyful generosity. It’s a no-brainer.

Though I rarely highlight specific giving opportunities on our website, I’m making an exception for these. I am struck at how inexpensively many people can be helped, and would love to suggest that you consider giving to help these needy people this Christmas.

Randy and Nanci Alcorn have had a long relationship with Operation Mobilization (and their ship Logos Hope). After Nanci went to be with Jesus, OM wanted to honor her influence on the ministry by renaming the library on board Logos Hope, “The Nanci Alcorn Memorial Library.” Randy was unable to visit the ship for the dedication this October, but his daughters Karina and Angela traveled to Tanzania to witness firsthand their mom being honored by one of her favorite ministries.

One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is freedom from materialism. How? By teaching them to be generous givers who know everything belongs not to them, but to God. 

Any lifestyle that doesn’t align with God’s priorities and won’t hold up after death is not a good one—no matter how glamorous or appealing or sensible it seems at the time.

Your question about whether Christians should donate to political campaigns is an interesting one. I don’t think there’s a clear “yes” or “no” answer, as this seems to come down to wisdom and asking the Lord for direction.

The hosts of the Generous Business Owner podcast talk with Randy Alcorn about his life, exploring his walk with Christ. They discuss the role giving has played in Randy’s faith, as well as the importance of giving for all believers.