Emerging Giver

Reasons for Giving (Why)

□ I give primarily because of relationships, tax savings, public recognition, or a feeling of obligation.

□ My primary desire is to pass on assets to children and family.

□ I follow the advice of trusted advisors–not necessarily spiritual advisors.

□ I may give in response to something that has personally impacted me.

□ I may still be seeking greatness in the eyes of man.

□ I am not sure I understand Biblical stewardship.

Practice of Giving (How)

□ I have more of a "here & now" mentality in my giving.

□ I may provide a scheduled gift to church or charity.

□ I may give 10% of my income.

Direction of Giving (Where)

□ My giving is not based on planning or intentional strategies.

□ I tend to give to those who ask.

Things possibly to read or do:

Randy Alcorn Treasure Principle

Andy Stanley Fields of Gold

Leo Tolstoy How Much Land Does a Man Need?

Listen to personal testimonies of Generous Givers

Attend a Generous Giving Conference

Questions for reflection:

1. Who has had a spiritual impact in my life?

2. What cause / event has been meaningful in my life?

3. What giving opportunity has brought me the most joy?

4. What, if any, is my annual giving goal?

5. Why have I been given more than I need?

Maturing Giver

Reasons for Giving (Why)

□ I have a growing desire to give as I further understand God’s plan.

□ I wrestle with a desire to pass on wealth to children or give to the Kingdom.

□ I am open to listening to trusted advisors based on spiritual truth.

□ I understand that everything belongs to God and I am simply a steward of His assets.

□ I am beginning to view giving as an investment in others.

Practice of Giving (How)

□ Developing short term giving strategies and goals is becoming more important.

□ I have a deepening understanding of stewardship and ownership.

□ I give a minimum of 10% and desire to give progressively more.

Direction of Giving (Where)

□ I am discovering more causes where I find joy in giving.

Things possibly to read or do:

Wes Wilmer God and Your Stuff

John Piper Desiring God (Chapter 7)

Richard Foster Celebration of Discipline (Chapter 6)

Ralph Doudera Wealth Conundrum

Go on a mission trip

Listen to personal testimonies of Generous Givers

Attend a Generous Giving Conference

Participate in a Crown Special Edition Study

Questions for reflection:

1. What is an appropriate lifestyle?

2. How much is enough?

3. What, if any, is my lifetime giving goal?

4. If time and money were no object, what would I do with my life?

5. Who are the next stewards and are they prepared?

Generous Giver

Reasons for Giving (Why)

□ My giving is an outward material expression of my spiritual commitment, as God continues to mold my heart to willing obedience.

□ I see assets as a sacred trust.

□ I see that family estate decisions are to be based on an intentional transfer of spiritual character and financial capital.

□ I actively seek spiritual guidance for all giving matters.

□ I experience the blessing of generosity and of being a "cheerful giver."

□ I am willing to give to people and/or organizations independent of tax benefits.

□ I sometimes give anonymously.

Practice of Giving (How)

□ I use systematic planning to accomplish the responsibilities of stewardship.

□ I give generously (beyond conventional norms) out of both income and assets to multiple ministries/people.

□ I may give sacrificially.

Direction of Giving (Where)

□ I give intentionally and aggressively to causes God has given me a passion for.

Things possibly to read or do:

Ron Blue Splitting Heirs

John Piper Don’t Waste Your Life

Richard Foster The Freedom of Simplicity

Attend a The Gathering Conference

Attend a Generous Giving Conference

Attend a Generous Giving Boutique Event

Teach children or grandchildren Crown for Teens

Go on a family missions trip

Questions for reflection:

1. How do I steward all that God has entrusted to me?

2. What are the dangers and opportunities of wealth from a spiritual perspective?

3. How could my family be more involved in giving?

4. What does my eternal investment portfolio look like?

5. What are the benefits of simplicity?

Giving Champion

A Giving Champion is an individual who is experiencing the joy of giving increasingly generously and is motivated to encourage others in their generosity journey. A Giving Champion’s spheres of influence include family, peers, church, business, community, and world.
The role of Giving Champion is often a calling.

Characteristics

□ I attempt to pursue God’s plan in every aspect of my finances.

□ I encourage others to begin the journey of generosity.

□ I give to facilitate generosity in others.

□ I am motivated by transformation in others.

□ I am a careful Steward of all God has entrusted to me: time, talent, treasure, truth and relationships.

□ I intentionally seek to influence family, friends, church, and community with living ever more generously.

□ I am comfortable around those with wealth.

□ I can challenge without being judgmental.

□ I find joy in seeing life-change in others.

□ I consider how I can utilize my influence and affluence for God’s kingdom.

□ I seek the approval of God not man.

□ I see this as a further expression of my gift of giving.

□ I experience a sense of purpose and calling while
encouraging others in their generosity

Things possibly to do:

Attend a The Gathering Conference

Bring others to a Generous Giving Conference

Host a Generous Giving Boutique Event

Go on a family missions trip

Spend time investing in others - mentoring

Lead Crown Special Edition Study

Serve on the Board of a Local Christian Foundation

Questions for reflection:

1. Who would benefit from these experiences?

2. Who am I intentionally mentoring?

3. How do I discern my calling?

4. What might my church look like if it was generous?

5. Am I equipped to share my giving story?