In Episode 6 of the ‘Money and Me’ season, Simon and Bex talk about the importance and benefits of being open and generous in our outlook and practice.

Some key points of interest covered in this episode include the following:

• Simon introduces the topic of generosity by describing it as a highly significant, God-initiated ‘Great Giveaway’ in which we can participate as enthusiastic stewards of all that we have been given. [00:33]
• Simon stresses the importance of having a holistic attitude to generosity so that our giving is not restricted solely to monetary gifts. [01:47]
• In response to a prompt from Bex, Simon explains how generosity can benefit both the giver and the recipient, acknowledging the influence that the book, ‘Happy Money’, has had on his thinking in this area. [04:37]
• One approach that Simon has found to be very helpful and effective is to engage in ‘spontaneous planned giving’. This has also proved to be a great way of encouraging others to be generous as well. [07:36]
• Simon goes on to share two other practical tips. First of all, he talks about giving as a means of investing in our relationships with other people by supporting family, friends and colleagues who are raising money for causes that are important to them. [10:25] Secondly, Simon suggests that the ‘good’ that we can do with our money can also include making deliberate shopping choices that benefit the local community. [11:54]
• Simon comments on the value of joining in the ‘grace of giving’, even if we can give only a tiny amount. He then goes on to talk about the great benefits - for all concerned, and also for society - of giving our time - and very often our expertise as well - through volunteering activities. [14:29]
• Simon’s remarks on the benefits of sharing expertise and encouraging community prompt him to invite listeners to engage further with the podcast and to share suggestions and requests with him and Bex through the contact details that are included at the end of these show notes. [ 21:22]
• Next week’s episode will be the hundredth edition of the ‘Where Your Treasure Is…’ podcast – worth ‘a minuscule drum roll’, according to Bex! Simon and Bex will not only be celebrating with cake, they will also be sharing a way of marking the occasion that seems to fit in with the content that has been covered in this episode and will also provide listeners with the opportunity to join in with the ‘grace of giving, if they would like to do so. [22:57]

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