The conversation emphasises that the theological truths about giving are universal and apply across all economic conditions. Financial discipleship in the church must be holistic - teaching not just giving, but work ethics, saving, accountability, and wise stewardship. When churches embrace these principles with, transparency and good governance, they empower their communities to break cycles of poverty and dependency, creating lasting transformation rather than temporary relief.
💬 "The problem with handouts is they don't end. You can buy a plot of land for someone. They will still be in need for a house. So handouts really cripple people, though it seems like I'm helping them and I'm rescuing them. So you need to teach giving, faith, stewardship, and work." - Ps Rock Mutegheki (C3 East & West Africa)
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🎥 Raising Finances 1 with John Pearce and Sam Picken talking about tithing and raising finances: https://youtu.be/jnxp5EYDUXQ
➕ For more teaching on raising finances and theology of giving and tithing check out the C3 Church Global Resource Hub.
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Resources Mentioned in Podcast:
• Generis.com (a resource for you to build a prosperous and generous church)
• Budgeting Apps. E.g. Goodbudget, Nerdwallet
• Book: Phil Pringle – ‘Keys to Financial Excellence’
• Book: ‘God, Money & Me’ - Paul de Jong: (good for an holistic approach to giving and stewarding)
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Follow
Steve Burgess @steve_burgess @c3grow
Rock Mutegheki @mutegheki @c3alivechurch
Pat Antcliff @patantcliff @C3SYD
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www.c3churchglobal.com | @c3churchglobal
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