The Element of Surprise

The Element of Surprise

This article is Part 5 of Sister Natalie Shawver’s series “Born and Raised”…Or Not. It’s been said that the Lord can come into our lives like a rushing, mighty wind. We may not be expecting it, but He touches each of us in just the way...
How Church Donations Are Used

How Church Donations Are Used

Today’s article is Part 4 of a five-part series from the General Church Finance Committee on finances and faith. In the parable of the talents, Christ describes a man who gives money to his three servants to keep for him as he travels (Matt. 25:14-28). Upon the...
A Lifetime of Giving and Receiving

A Lifetime of Giving and Receiving

Today’s article is Part 3 of a five-part series provided by the General Church Finance Committee on finances and faith. Like Nephi, I was born of goodly parents. I was raised in The Church and have many blessed memories. I remember the old brothers preaching...
Money and the Word of God

Money and the Word of God

Today’s article is Part 2 of a five-part series from the General Church Finance Committee on finances and faith. Giving, donating, contributing, tithing, freewill tithing, offering — it’s kind of funny that we have so many phrases to express...