I used to think generosity was only for two types of people: those who already had their act together, and those with a massive bank account.
If you’re like me, you’ve probably felt that tug at your heart while simultaneously thinking, “But I’m already doing the extra dinners for friends and the spare change at the stoplight. Isn't that enough?”
Or maybe, between the grocery bills and the kids' sports fees, you’re looking at your bank statement thinking, “I don’t have anything left to give beyond the tithe.”
mompreneur turned giving catalyst
i'm kate.
Sacrificial giving is the path God uses to strip away our self-reliance, making room for His godliness to take root and His joy to overflow.
I've come to realize that generosity isn't found in the size of the check, but in the nature and character of Christ.
For a long time, I lived in that gray area of thinking I was generous, or if I was missing what God actually intended for our family. Ironically, I didn't learn the secret to true generosity by becoming wealthy or finally getting my budget perfectly polished. I learned it through loss.
I realized that without a clear vision, generosity can be a vague "should" that hangs over our heads. We can spend our whole lives being "kind" without ever tapping into the specific, joyful plan God has for the resources He has entrusted to us.
When we stop guessing and start defining what generosity looks like for us as moms and as followers of Christ, everything shifts. It moves us:
-Away from the guilt of "not doing enough."
-Toward the intentional joy of purposeful giving.
-Onto a path of godliness and eternal rewards that actually fits our current season of life.
Defining Biblical generosity and the "why" He has called you to, is the key to experiencing an abundant joy and growing in godliness—and I’m ready to chase that down together.
Every time we give sacrificially, we give a piece of our selfishness away.
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Embarrassingly, I used to think generosity was purely a math problem. I assumed that if I gave more than the "tithe," I was winning at generosity—and naturally, the bigger the number, the more generous I was. Truthfully, I was stuck in that mindset for years.
Then, an investment we were tithing from—and giving our "extra" out of—went south. It was a painful loss, but it became the turning point where I finally learned to define Biblical generosity. Because I now didn't have big amounts to give.
I realized that, first and foremost, God didn't want my checkbook; He wanted my heart.
I started diving into the story of the Widow's Mite, and it hit me differently this time. We’ve all heard it, but I realized Jesus wasn't praising the amount of her gift; He was honoring her sacrifice. She wasn't just giving money; she was saying "no" to self-preservation and "yes" to absolute trust in Him.
It clicked: the tithe is just the beginning.
my story & my why
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Generosity is a virtuous response, not just a financial transaction. God measures our giving by what we sacrifice, not how much we give.
Defining my personal "why" for generosity has taken the ambiguity out of our budget. Now, I want to help you find that for yourself. Whether you’re just starting to look past the tithe or you’re ready to lean into a life of deeper surrender, I believe God has a special "why" for the resources He has entrusted to you. Discovering that for yourself is the door to the abundant joy and eternal perspective He promises.
God may not call us to give away every cent we own like the widow, but we enter into a deep, spiritual act of worship when we give sacrificially. When we say "no" to ease and "yes" to surrendering the other 90% of our resources to the Lord, our hearts simply cannot stay the same.
- randy alcorn
but to raise my standard of giving.
God prospers me not to raise my standard of living,
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The Treasure Principle
- 1 Timothy 6:6
But godliness with contentment is great gain.
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- Halveston
because when it comes to a man's real nature, money is of first importance.
Money is an exact index of a man's true character.
Jesus said more about money than about any other single thing
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Theology of Money
- randy alcorn
concerning money and possessions.
There is a powerful relationship between our true spiritual condition and our attitude and actions
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Hi there! I’m a Lancaster-based homeschool mom of four and am passionate about following Jesus. I spent years turning a childhood dream of floral design into a thriving luxury wedding business—only to close it at its peak to follow a deeper calling: a journey into His heart for generosity.
genHERus is the heartbeat of that 20-year journey of study, prayer, and reminding my heart of Truth again and again. My passion is to help women define their impact. Grow in godliness. And experience joy in the process.
I cherish time outdoors with my family—whether we’re playing sports or exploring the woods—and I love our weekly charcuterie date nights at home. I am so grateful that God blessed me beyond my wildest dreams with my better half, Jonathan. As a wise financial advisor, he shares my heart for stewardship, and God has given us aligned passions to help Christians give more effectively.
I am truly humbled you are here. I hope this space encourages you to discover the unique "why" God has for the resources He has entrusted to you. xx
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