Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed. Mark 1:35 “I ought to pray before seeing any one. Often when I sleep long, or meet with others early, it is eleven or twelve o’clock before I begin secret prayer. This is a …
Cheerful and Humble Giving
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. —2 Corinthians 9:7 “If you cannot be great, be willing to serve God in that which is small. If you cannot do great things for Him, cheerfully do little ones. If you cannot be an Aaron …
2019 Planned Giving Deadlines
5 2019 Planned Giving Deadlines You Don’t Want to Miss! You can make your greatest impact for the gospel this year—and reduce your 2019 taxes. But time is running out! Avoid hassles later by planning ahead—here are the key dates for the 5 most popular ways to give at year end … Gifts of Real Estate—November 25th Request our questionnaire …
Six ways to leave a legacy of generosity
One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts. Psalm 145:4 “I recently had the privilege of sitting down with David Green, CEO and Founder of Hobby Lobby Stores. David and his family are widely considered among the most generous families in the U.S. with regard to funding faith-based projects…His new book, Giving It All Away and Getting …
How donating real estate to Cru makes sense for you — and helps build the Kingdom in dramatic ways!
If you own real estate which is no longer needed for its original purpose or income production, donating it to support Cru may be a great option for you—and it will certainly help to share Jesus and build disciples in wonderful ways! Naturally, donation of real estate has to make sense financially for you, and for the Cru ministries you …
Christopher J. H. Wright: Biblical Kindness
We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships and distresses; in beatings, imprisonments and riots; in hard work, sleepless nights and hunger; in purity, understanding, patience and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere …
You’re establishing a legacy of sharing Jesus and building God’s kingdom
Cru’s kingdom-building outreaches are constantly empowered by the prayers and generosity of partners like you — and we’re grateful. Together with Cru you are sharing Jesus and making disciples, whether you support the campus ministry of Cru, Cru Inner City, the JESUS film, Athletes in Action, FamilyLife, or other ministries. We have found that many of the friends who partner …
Constantine R. Campbell: Graced
Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father’s Son, will be with us in truth and love. 2 John 3 “While God does surely extend grace to all people in various forms (common grace), it is a special grace that all believers enjoy. It is the grace that accompanies the merciful forgiveness of sins and the peace …
The most effective way to maximize giving, minimize taxes and build the Kingdom? Here it is!
What’s the advantage of donating appreciated assets through The Cru Foundation? Example: Stock purchased at $2,000 — Valued today at $20,000 — Gain: $18,000 • Donate stock through TCF = $20,000 for ministry No capital gains tax on charitable donation of stock VS. • Sell the stock and donate proceeds = $15,240 for ministry $20,000 – $4,760 in capital gains …
Christoph Sturm: Woods and Forests
Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them; let all the trees of the forest sing for joy. Psalm 96:12 “Divine wisdom has dispersed woods and forests in more or less abundance all over the world. In some countries they are at great distances. In others they take up several leagues, and raise their majestic heads to the clouds. Neither …