Rob West with Faith and Finance Live shares a concept called "Asset-Based Giving" and shares how it differs from traditional charitable contributions. This type of donation, often called non-cash giving, involves donating assets like real estate, stocks, bonds, or even business interests directly to a church or ministry rather than giving cash. This method of giving supports causes you care about and can provide significant tax advantages while preserving your cash flow.

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Moody Publisher's author Becky Harling LOVES Christmas. The sights, sounds, activities, music - you name it, she loves it. She also loves preparing for the new year. But for you, the intersection of these two holidays leaves you rushed, frustrated, unprepared and unfulfilled. Becky provides some insight to help navigate this time of year found in the familiar phrase written in Luke 2:19, 'But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart,'

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Gratitude is good for everyone. In fact, a single act of thanksgiving can reduce depression by 35%, it will increase your quality of sleep, and help improve your relationships. Amy Peirson is the manager of parenting and youth ministry at Focus on the Family. She encourages you to make gratitude a key component of every aspect of your life. To get started, consider taking part in the 7 Day Gratitude Challenge.

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Until joining the First Presbyterian staff as Missions Pastor in October 2022, Randy Nabors served with his wife Joan as senior coordinator of the New City Network and as the Coordinator of Urban & Mercy Ministries under Mission to North America. He is Pastor Emeritus at New City Fellowship Chattanooga, the church he planted and pastored from 1976 to 2012, and is a retired Army Reserve Chaplain.

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Todd Nettleton is the host of Voice of the Martyrs on Moody Radio. He shared a little of his back story which helps you understand the how and why he shares the stories of people around the world who stand up for Christ; though it may cost them everything. Todd updates you on Eritrea regarding the pastors who have been imprisoned for 20 years. Meet a couple in Somalia who speaks out boldly for Christ. Learn how India is using a 50-year-old financial regulation law to close down Christian ministries.

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Dr. Michael Rydelnik, Professor of Bible and Jewish Studies at Moody Bible Institute provides some insight regarding the development in Syria over the weekend. As Syrian rebels take the capital city with little to no resistance, the rest of the world was amazed at the relative ease with which this was accomplished. Michael believes this is part of the fallout to the action that began with the attack on Israel by Hamas on October 7, 2023.

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One of the favorite phrases for believers during Christmas time is, 'Jesus is the reason for the season.' Sometimes we share that in a frustrated tone with a culture that tries to separate Christ from Christmas. Madelene Miller reminds you about the importance of sharing truths like that in a spirit of love rather than frustration. You're here for such a time as this - even during the Christmas season; to share the greatest gift of all with those who need Him the most.

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Tennessee Aquarium is now celebrating Holidays Under the Peaks through December 29th. Alison Pryor is the media coordinator of the Tennessee Aquarium and describes this as a festive adventure through a fun-filled underwater wonderland. It begins with holiday music and decor in the River Journey lobby. Look for a lighted tree twinkling in sync with the jolly jolts of an Electric Eel. And in keeping with beloved holiday tradition, The Polar Express 3D returns to the Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater.

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