Tag: Church Finances
Why Your Church Needs Designated Accounts (And How to Use Them Wisely)
What Are Designated Accounts—and Why Should You Care? If you’ve ever had someone in your church say, “I want my gift to go to the youth room renovation,” then you’ve already encountered designated giving. But how should churches manage those funds? And how can they support—not distract from—your overall mission? Designated accounts are a helpful… Read more
Church Administration Made Simple: Tools and Strategies for Pastors
The administrative side of the church is critical for a successful ministry. This includes tasks like financial reporting, taxes, maintenance, and ministry-related items such as database management and event planning. Consider this: the first crisis in the early church was logistical, not theological. The need to ensure the Hellenistic widows were cared for (Acts 6)… Read more
Balancing Faith and Effort: Lessons from George Müller on Church Finances
Is the financial health of your church more about your efforts or God’s blessing? I know this is a difficult question, and many people would say that both are necessary. However, I have a bit of a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde complex when it comes to church finances. When asked, I always give the… Read more
