"They gave of themselves as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. . . See that you also excel in this grace of giving. . . Your plenty will supply what they need" II Corinthians 8:3, 7, 14 |
Faith Promise is way of giving to world evangelism. Rather than waiting to respond to individual appeals as they come along, believers ask the Lord how much they should give to missions over the next year. They then commit to that annual total as a "Faith Promise." Faith Promise is an agreement with God to be personally involved in ministry to others around the world through giving beyond tithing.
"The only safe rule is to give more than we can spare." C.S. Lewis
+ Is there a scriptural basis for Faith Promise missions giving?
Faith Promise giving makes us channels of blessing. In His covenant with Abraham, God said that through Abraham's descendants, "all peoples of the earth would be blessed." (Genesis 12:3) Faith Promise giving is a way of handing on the blessing.
Faith Promise giving is more than one can afford. (II Corinthians 8:2-3, II Corinthians 9:6-15)
Faith Promise giving reflects our personal commitments. (II Corinthians 8:5) Though Faith Promise giving is optional, it does clearly demonstrate our love. (Philippians 2:1-4; Luke 6:38, Romans 12:9-10)
+ Where does Faith Promise money go?
100% of your Faith Promise giving will go to the World Evangelism Fund. This fund provides missionaries' salaries and retirement, institutions of higher learning, medical facilities and literature. It helps facilitate the Church of the Nazarene globally.
+ How can I give to Faith Promise?
Faith Promise is giving over and above your tithe. To designate your gift as Faith Promise write your Faith Promise gift total on an offering envelope that includes your gift or writing "Faith Promise" on the memo line of your check and place your gift in the offering plate.
You will receive tax credit for your Faith Promise giving.
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