Baptist Press
By Diana Chandler, posted December 12, 2024 in Culture, Stewardship
PHILADELPHIA (BP) – Bible-engaged Christians are the most charitable people in the nation, and giving increases happiness among the generous, the American Bible Society (ABS) said in releasing the last chapter of the 2024 State of the Bible
“People who consistently read the Bible and live by its teachings are more likely to give to charity,” ABS Chief Innovation Officer John Plake said in releasing the results. “Our data shows that they also give far more – not only to their churches, but also to religious and non-religious charities.
“At a national level, we could say that Scripture Engaged people form a massive engine of generosity and philanthropy.”
Evangelical households top the chart in the average amount donated, the percentage of people donating and the percentage given to their church or any religious charity, researchers said. Only 20 percent of Evangelicals don’t give at all, and 40 percent give all of their contributions to their church.
But while Evangelicals give more as a dollar amount, only the lowest income earners give at least 10 percent of their income to charity, researchers said.
“Nonprofits naturally look first to the top-line dollars donated, but God looks at the heart. And giving proportions may be a better window there,” researchers wrote. “Those blessed with great wealth often give from their surplus. It takes a deeper commitment to give sacrificially.
“Our survey shows that donors at the lowest income levels give the greatest percentage of their income to church or charity.” More Here
Is FGGAM making a difference in your life?
Would you prayerfully consider a year end tax deductible donation to For God’s Glory Alone Ministries? We would be so very, very thankful. Thank you for praying. Donate to FGGAM Here
