In this episode, we sit down with Greg and Kim Werner to hear how a near-fatal car accident in 2010 transformed their view of money and generosity. What began as sporadic, guilt-driven giving became joyful, conviction-driven stewardship as they experienced God’s provision through the local church. If you’ve ever wrestled with budgeting, fear, or “how will we pay the bills,” this conversation will help you move from scarcity to kingdom participation.

📖 Key Topics Covered

✔️ Guilt vs. conviction: why our giving motives matter

✔️ How crisis can become a classroom for trust in God’s provision

✔️ The power of collective giving through the church (Acts 2 and 4)

✔️ Shifting from “Can I afford it?” to “How can I be more generous?”

✔️ Budgeting as a discipleship tool that supports spiritual growth

✔️ Seeking first God’s kingdom and trusting Him to meet needs

💬 Discussion Questions

1. What’s the difference between giving from guilt and giving from conviction?

2. How did receiving generosity shape your view of giving? Share a time you received help.

3. How does asking “How can I pay the bills and be more generous?” change your budgeting?

4. Why does giving through the church multiply impact compared to only individual gifts?

5. What fear keeps you from seeking first God’s kingdom in your finances, and what step will you take this week?

📝 Life Application

➡️ This week, review your budget and add one intentional generosity step. Begin giving regularly, increase your current giving, or choose a tangible way to serve someone in need. Pray over this decision and talk it through with your spouse or an accountability partner.

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