Great to Good How Following Jesus Reshapes Our Ambitions Greatness is overrated. People tend to measure success by worldly standards. We assume that greatness comes from charisma, influence, and followers. But God cares more about our character than about what people around us think of our reputations. Pastor Jae Hoon Lee challenges us not to […]
When Money Goes on Mission Fundraising and Giving in the 21st Century Build high-trust ministry partnerships that are effective and joy-filled We’ve all seen fundraising and giving done poorly, but how do we get it right? Rob Martin was a grant maker for over twenty years and has been in and around the world of […]
Practical Fundraising Tools with Redina Kolaneci In this powerful conversation, Redina Kolaneci shares practical fundraising tools rooted in biblical principles, highlighting Jesus’ model of trust before strategy. She challenges the sacred–secular divide and reframes fundraising as a ministry of relational generosity. Through global stories—from Slovakia to Mizoram—she demonstrates how culturally contextual and prayer-led fundraising empowers […]
The Realities of Money and Missions Global Challenges and Case Studies Integrity, Viability, and Accountability Perhaps there is no greater challenge in missions than money. Paul reminds us, “For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of man” (2 Cor. […]
Christ Centered Generosity Global Perspectives on the Biblical Call to a Generous Life The Global Generosity Network and Kingdom Life Publishing have partnered to launch the writing and publication of Christ-Centered Generosity. The purpose of the book is to be a primary resource for the global movement of biblical generosity. Our hope is to provide […]
Family. Money. Five Questions Every Family Should Ask About Wealth The dynamics of family money and how to avoid the common pitfalls of wealth and inheritance are the focus of this thought-provoking book from 3 of the country’s leading experts on wealth transfer, David Wills, Terry Parker, and Greg Sperry. This book outlines their proven […]
Disruptive Generosity Stories of Transforming Cities through Strategic Giving It can seem like all you ever hear these days is bad news. Yet in the midst of contentious political posturing and stories of communities in trouble are stories of love, reconciliation, and restoration. Through a variety of innovative programs and initiatives, and flying mostly under […]
The Bible in Cross Cultural Perspective Revised Edition Some Questions are Universal. Where did I come from? What happens when I die? Am I important? Across the world, these questions are answered in a vast range of ways, shaped by our worldview, and our specific cultural context. Cross-cultural workers, seeking to engage people at the […]
MFN Podcast: Polycentric Resource Mobilization Explained In this episode of the MFN podcast, Felix Wiegner interviews fundraising consultant Redina Kolaneci about polycentric resource mobilization. They discuss the shift in mission funding from the Global North to the Global South, the challenges of dependency and sustainability in fundraising, and the importance of collaboration and mutual support […]
Fundraising Challenges & Insights from the Lausanne Congress (March 6, 2025) Webinar Recording What if mission funding didn’t rely on just one region, but on believers everywhere? – Listen to the conversation about money and missions as Redina Kolaneci, Catalyst for Ministry Fundraising network shares insights from the Polycentric Resource Mobilization conversations at the Lausanne […]
