Chapter Twelve

Take Action

      Considering the plight of the poor, the strongly worded commands of God concerning the poor and the resources God has lavished on the United States, I pray that you will determine to increase your giving to ministries who are working effectively among the poor.  Some of you will simply be able to start giving more.  Other will have to choose an item of discretionary spending to cut in your budget. 

     One excuse people often use for not giving more is that they are worried about whether their gifts are being used properly.  It is wise to be careful about the ministries we choose to support.  Unfortunately there are dishonest people who take advantage of other’s generosity or are simply not effective at what they do. If you already know of a ministry working effectively among the poor you can direct your additional giving to them.  If you would like to learn about ministries that Good Measure International has carefully researched and is currently working with, you can visit our web site at www.goodmeasure.org.

     Good Measure International has a multi-media stewardship presentation we would love to share with your congregation.  In music and message we present a positive challenge for believers to give more generously to their local church and to world missions. We do not ask for funds for our own organization.  A sample video and song can be seen at www.goodmeasure.org/home/videos.

     You can also participate in our blog for Christians who are passionate about eliminating extreme poverty in Jesus’ name.  You can read and post at www.alittlemoreblog.wordpress.com.

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