Westerhoff challenges Christians to move beyond the quest for material possessions by embarking on a life of simplicity that begins with an inward journey. An exploration of how to fulfill the baptismal covenant by giving generously from the heart to achieve a deeper relationship with God.
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John H. Westerhoff III. Grateful and Generous Hearts
Grateful and Generous Hearts
A Note from the Author
A Reader’s Guide
Opening Reflections
Much Obliged, Dear Lord
Perception Is Everything
A Confession
The Economics of God
It Just Isn’t Easy to Accept or Comprehend
Acquiring the Faith of a Good Steward
Mixed Views on Faith and Money
Necessary Subversion
We are an Endowed People
Good Stewards of God’s Grace
Stewardship Is More Than Money
Still at the Heart of Stewardship Is Money
A Stewardship Vision
The Spirituality of Stewardship
Last Thoughts
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A Pilgrim’s Stewardship Adventure
The Rev. Dr. John H. Westerhoff
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And thank you now for giving this very personal polemic on stewardship as a spiritual issue a serious reading.
“Then,” she continued, “one day, I got caught in the rain. I had heard about people taking showers and I’ve seen the one you use, and I thought, now I have one too. You know, God is just giving away heaven every day. Much obliged, dear Lord.”
