Transforming Fundraising with Biblical Wisdom with Dr. Russell James - Part 1
From Stewardship Leader by Christian Stewardship Network
November 11, 2025
About this episode
In this episode, Leo Sabo and Dr. Russell James discuss the biblical foundation of fundraising and the role of wealth holders in Christian ministry.
In this first episode of a three-part series on Stewardship Leader, Leo Sabo and Dr. Russell James discuss the biblical foundation of fundraising, focusing on the role of wealth holders in Christian ministry. Dr. James shares insights from his book, "The Biblical Fundraiser In Modern Practice: Helping Christians Enjoy Their Wealth," exploring how understanding God's perspective on generosity can transform donor engagement. The conversation delves into the importance of coming alongside wealth holders as authorized messengers, emphasizing a relational approach to fundraising that aligns with biblical teachings. Key Takeaways: Understanding God's perspective on generosity can transform donor engagement. Wealth holders should be approached as authorized messengers, not targets. Biblical teachings emphasize relational fundraising over transactional approaches.
People in this episode
Guest: Dr Russell James
Topics covered
- fundraising
- biblical wisdom
- Christian ministry
- donor engagement
- wealth holders
Keywords
- generosity
- relational fundraising
- authorized messengers
- biblical teachings
Mentioned in this episode
Products: The Biblical Fundraiser In Modern Practice: Helping Christians Enjoy Their Wealth
Books & works: Transforming Fundraising with Biblical Wisdom, The Biblical Fundraiser In Modern Practice: Helping Christians Enjoy Their Wealth
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