Giving Creatively for Gospel Impact

I wonder what was going through Barnabas’ mind. He had witnessed the power of the Holy Spirit in the salvation of thousands. He had prayed with fellow believers for boldness in proclaiming the gospel in spite of fierce opposition. He had witnessed his brothers and sisters giving generously in the early days of Christ’s Church.

He may have asked, “But what have I to give?”

Acts 4 describes this formative time when believers prayed earnestly and gave generously. At the dawn of the Church, Barnabas held a non-cash asset: land that he owned that perhaps had been in his family (vs 36-37). He sold the land and gave the proceeds, joining many others who were of “one heart and one soul” (vs 32 ). They recognized the great value in giving to the Lord as the Church was established.

All kinds of assets can be redirected to the Lord’s use for ministry impact. Imagine farm equipment, real estate, or almost any non-cash asset funding Great Commission work! Rather than remaining as an item on a balance sheet, our possessions can serve eternal purposes: funding a Bible translation project through Bibles International, building a seminary or orphanage, recruiting new harvest workers, or even opening a new field for gospel advance.

Stewardship Ministries is experienced in assisting faithful stewards to make gifts using many kinds of assets.

Perhaps it is time to take stock of all that the Lord has provided you. Could God be calling you to accelerate the spread of His gospel through the assets He has put in your hands? Please prayerfully consider a generous gift today.

To learn more, contact us at 

stewardship.ministries@bmm.org

440-826-3930

giftplanning.bmm.org

Tax-Wise

Receive a fair market value deduction at the time of your gift and avoid tax liability on the sale of appreciated assets.

Eliminate Hassles

Give assets you no longer need or want to manage (such as rental properties or vacation homes) for the benefit of BMM Foundation.

Capacity to Give

Give from your excess resources without restricting cash flow.

Estate Planning

Eliminate potential taxes or complications for your heirs by giving complex or burdensome assets to ministry now.

Did you know you can establish a lifetime income gift (CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY) by gifting items other than cash? Rates are still historically high!

For more information, contact our Stewardship Ministries Office: (440) 826-3930 or stewardship.ministries@bmm.org

Gift Annuities: Too Good to Be True?

With a gift annuity, you receive a double benefit:
impacting missions and receiving lifelong income.

Rates continue to be historically high! 

In Stewardship Ministries, we stand ready to assist you as you make your estate plan. Questions? Email us at stewardship.ministries@bmm.org or call us at 440-826-3930.