The Giving Room

Ep 20 | Why I Don’t Pray Before Making a Gift | Guest: Larry Absheer

Larry Absheer joins us today in the Giving Room to share his personal journey of generosity. After a 30+ year successful career in finance, Larry transitioned to serving as a Director of Advancement. All along the way, Larry was gaining his own stride as a cheerful , spiritual, and intentional giver. Larry shares practical pointers for those seeking to grow in their giving—and even provides a few crucial best practice pointers for nonprofit leaders and development officers. Join Larry, Dave & David in the Giving Room for an insightful and encouraging discussion about ever increasing generosity. Special thanks to our sponsor and producer River Radio Ministries. You can learn more or listen at https://riverradio.com/ [https://riverradio.com/]   Show Notes:   To learn more about QCDs and Beneficiary Designations -- Episode 2 | BBQS & the Switch Doctor  https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep2/ [https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep2/]   To learn more about gifts through your will or trust -- Episode 13 | Where there’s a Will, there’s a Way for Your Family and the Causes You Care About  https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep13/ [https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep13/]   For more practical encouragement for your own generosity journey – Episode 9 | How You Can Become a Giving Champion | Guest: Wally Martinson, Mission Increase   You can connect with Larry on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-absheer-21620b7/

Ep 19 | Generational Generosity | Guests: Victoria Baker & David Long

Today we’re joined in the Giving Room with a Gen Z-er, Victoria Baker and a Millennial, David Long. They’ll share what it means to be generous both when you’re just starting out in your 20s as well as when you’re heading into your 30s.    Victoria will encourage you to just start with what you have in order to ensure you’re generous as your ability to give more increases. David will share how you approach generosity when you’re in debt and have a negative net worth and more.   Join Victoria—and 3 Davids – for a practical discussion that will encourage you regardless of your age or stage in life.   Podcast Website: givingroompodcast.com  Special thanks to our sponsor and producer River Radio Ministries. You can learn more or listen at https://riverradio.com/ [https://riverradio.com/]   Show Notes:   Other relevant episodes:  Ep 6 | Meet a Cheerful, Spiritual & Intentional Giver | Guest: Jena W.  https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep6/ [https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep6/]  Ep 7 | Getting Out of Debt may be the First Step on Your Journey of Generosity | Guest: Greg Murray https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep7/ [https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep7/]  Ep 12 | The Hidden Dangers of Wealth | Guest: Courtney Markley https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep12/ [https://givingdesign.com/givingroom/ep12/]

Ep 18 | 4 Questions Everyone Should Answer in Retirement | Guest: Brian Kluth

Brian Kluth joins us today in the Giving Room to encourage those 55 and better to plug into God’s higher purpose for their retirement years. Brian reminds us that “you can put your job in the rearview mirror, but you never put the Kingdom of God in the rearview mirror. It’s always in front of you.” With 4 simple questions, Brian sheds light on what it takes to finish well, and hear, “well done good and faithful servant.”   Join Brian, Dave & David in the Giving Room for a practical discussion about retirement.  Podcast Website: givingroompodcast.com  Special thanks to our sponsor and producer River Radio Ministries. You can learn more or listen at https://riverradio.com/ [https://riverradio.com/]   Show Notes:   To access, use and share Brian’s free Retirement Rewired Course and the other free resources mentioned, go to: https://healthycharity.org/gifts  Ep 16 | Everyone Leaves a Legacy  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-giving-room/id1676125282?i=1000628584140

EP 17 | Is Adoption Right for You? | Ministry Spotlight: Covenant Care Adoptions

In this ministry spotlight episode, Carol Gledhill of Covenant Care Adoptions, answers your questions about adoption. From what the impact of the overturning of Roe has been on women with unexpected pregnancies, to clarifying the benefits of “open adoptions,” to defining the adoption “triad” and listing what you need to consider if you want to adopt, you’ll learn a lot and be encouraged. If you’re not looking to adopt, Carol shares some practical ways you can support women who choose an adoption plan.   Join Carol, Dave & David in the Giving Room for a practical discussion about adoption.   Podcast Website: givingroompodcast.com [https://givingroompodcast.com]   Special thanks to our sponsor and producer River Radio Ministries. You can learn more or listen at https://riverradio.com/ [https://riverradio.com/]   Show Notes:    You can learn more and support Covenant Care Adoptions here: https://www.covenantcareadoptions.com/ [https://www.covenantcareadoptions.com/]   If you’re looking to adopt outside of Georgia, visit: https://lifelinechild.org/ [https://lifelinechild.org/]

Ep 16 | Everyone Leaves a Legacy

Legacy isn’t just about what you do with your stuff—it’s about what you do with your life. You’ll leave a legacy whether you plan to or not. Whether that legacy is a train wreck or something truly remarkable is up to you. In this episode you’ll hear Dave & David unpack several instructive stories—and even learn who Jesus said was the G.O.A.T. (and He wasn’t talking about LeBron vs. Jordan…).   Join Dave & David in the Giving Room for a discussion about the legacy you could be leaving. The choice is yours.   Podcast Website: givingroompodcast.com [https://givingroompodcast.com]   Special thanks to our sponsor and producer River Radio Ministries. You can learn more or listen at https://riverradio.com/ [https://riverradio.com/]   Show Notes:   You can listen to Grant Patrick’s He Must Increase, and I must Decrease talk here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/he-must-increase-and-i-must-decrease-grant-partrick/id1406150278?i=1000625175880 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/he-must-increase-and-i-must-decrease-grant-partrick/id1406150278?i=1000625175880]   Ep 4 | Gospel Patrons | Guest: John Rinehart https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-giving-room/id1676125282?i=1000607374515 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-giving-room/id1676125282?i=1000607374515]   Ep 9 | How You Can Become a Giving Champion | Guest: Wally Martinson, Mission Increase https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-giving-room/id1676125282?i=1000616872369 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-giving-room/id1676125282?i=1000616872369]   Ep 14 | Do You Need a Giving Strategy? | Ministry Spotlight: National Christian Foundation https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-giving-room/id1676125282?i=1000625282013 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-giving-room/id1676125282?i=1000625282013]