Changing Your World Podcast with Creflo Dollar

We must never forget the importance of giving from a place awareness of God's love for us, instead of from a sense of duty that causes us to give grudgingly. Being a giver awakens us to the blessings we already have in Christ. God's economy is one of abundance; giving therefore reflects an awareness of this, rather than of our own worthiness. There's a contrast between the consequences of being in and out of God's will; challenges come in both situations but serve different purposes. Trusting in His guidance allows us to experience the fullness of His blessings.

True prosperity is defined not by money or possessions but by wholeness, which includes having peace, joy, health, purpose, and an intimate relationship with God. Under grace, prosperity flows from our identity in Christ, not from performance or religious obligation. Joseph was called prosperous not because of his status or wealth, but because of God's presence with him; today, we have God in us. Giving is no longer transactional but an expression of love and alignment with Jesus' finished works. Grace-based prosperity is rooted in relationship, not religion, and transforms every area of our lives. To support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org

True prosperity isn't defined by material wealth but by a relational connection with God. This contrasts with transactional relationships—based on performance and reward—with relational relationships rooted in trust, love, and understanding of God's character. Prosperity is wholeness, encompassing peace, purpose, identity, health, finances, and relationships. We're warned against being driven by mammon, which is the spirit behind money, and encouraged to build boundaries that protect our peace. Ultimately, true prosperity flows from intimacy with God, not from striving or manipulation. To support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org

Christians live in a culture diametrically opposed to the way God designed them. We're spirit beings living in a carnal external environment filled with ungodly influences constantly pulling at us. These influences suggest that giving in to cravings and addictions—not the presence of God—will make us happy. The devil, who is behind those influences, attacks our thinking and tries his best to make us sin-conscious. We maintain our peace and joy when we're aware of our identity in Christ and refuse to let go of it. o support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org

As God's people, believers have been set aside as being different from everyone else. Our faith in Christ makes us stand out from the common people; it also draws hostility from a world that gives no regard for God. We're spirits possessing souls, which are where our thoughts and emotions live; in light of this, it's imperative that we carefully monitor who is influencing our thought lives: Satan rules the world, and his strategy is to invade our minds by ensnaring us in worldly things. By remaining strangers to the things the world considers home, we allow the Holy Spirit to keep us safe from danger. To support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org

Christmas is a major global event, but most people are unaware of the real reasons why Jesus was born. Millions of people who observe Christmas don't even believe in Him; however, the significance of His birth goes much deeper than the secular holiday traditions the world has created. In addition to paying the price to save us from our sins, Jesus was born to make us children of God and bring the truth of His favor toward us. He also came to take away condemnation, bring His Holy Spirit to guide us on a daily basis, and offer eternal life in heaven. A single event—the birth of Jesus—changed the entire course of human history; this is something for which we can wholeheartedly celebrate. o support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org

Believers are God's children. Knowing who we are impacts our daily living in everything concerning us as well as how we should see ourselves. We're no longer our old selves, but are now righteous, redeemed, holy, and perfect in Christ. Believing this changes the way we think, which in turn changes our behavior for the better. Because of what God did, we can now dispense with struggling through self-effort to become what we already are right now and simply embrace it. To support the ministry financially, text "CDMPodcast" to 74483 or visit www.worldchangers.org