FCC Etown Podcast

One of the key principles that shapes our approach to money, stewardship, and generosity as we walk with Christ is the question of whose money it truly is. Similar to those moments when we were kids, and our parents would give us money to use or give us allowances to manage, the money was never really ours; we were managers. What we have, even what we earn, we earn with the talents and skills given to us and blessed into our lives by God himself. It is truly all his, and he has given us the honor of using a vast majority of it. When that becomes our perspective, money, stewardship, and generosity change. 

Following the heart and actions of the Magi, we can choose to be intentional givers during this season. Amidst the hustle and bustle, it is sometimes valuable to take a journey from the east and hear our own heart and actions tuned into Christmas.

Day of Thanks is an exciting day at FCC. We set aside an entire morning of worship to celebrate all the wonderful things God has accomplished through FCC over the past year.

There is an illusion that somehow circumstances will produce permanent gratitude if I just have enough good things happen to me. That's fool's gold. The truth is, the root of joy is gratefulness. Joy doesn't make us grateful. Instead, gratitude makes us joyful.  

During this series, we have declared: Consistency, Responsibility, Wisdom, Forgiving Spirit, Joy & Generosity. Any of these is a challenge by itself, but all six is a tall order. That’s why Stuart explained that we have to… Set your mind because anything worthwhile is uphill.  Surround yourself with a NO-QUIT TEAM. Run for something bigger than you.