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There was a time when people gave using items they grew or raised, like goats, vegetables, or grain. Then one day, someone had a great idea: Sell all my crops for money. They went to church with cash and asked if they could give. It was a quandary, but churches will always take cash –…

With less than 3% of Christians tithing, are believers really going into debt from digital giving? This seems very unlikely with many churches seeing contributions decrease while consumer debt continues to increase.  Have you ever heard someone say, “I’ve given my way into debt!” It’s not likely that people will increase their debt by giving…

This month’s member success story was chosen specifically to prove how effective the resources, available to our members, actually are.  This church saw tremendous results  ONE MONTH into their membership!  The key here was that they USED the resources we made available.  Now they are reaping the benefits of having money to fund important ministries in…

Here’s a story we received recently from GivingRocket.com member, Scott Sparks.  Scott is the Lead Pastor at The Grove in Knoxville, TN.  “You guys are doing an incredible job with resources this year.  We’ve been with Giving Rocket for less than a year and we have begun several healthy practices that we have gotten from you guys – quarterly giving statements, offering…

We just wrapped up another month, and as I look back on all the stuff we delivered to our members, it’s incredible. This year, we made the decision to pour into members by giving them access to everything we have. It’s the year of the member! Here’s a list of everything we delivered: Video, audio and eBook on…

The most irrelevant time of most church services is during the offering time when the plate is passed. And it’s not because unchurched people don’t know what’s happening.  It has nothing to do with HOW you ask people to participate.  Those things are important, but the reason your offering is irrelevant is most people don’t…

In 8 days, we kick off the first ever Giving Rocket Tour.  We’re traveling to nine cities, and stopping at nine churches to teach you the NEW RULES OF CHURCH FUNDRAISING. This event is completely free, and we’re even providing lunch.  Over the course of several hours, we’re going to give you a TON of…

One of my goals in 2012 is to read 100 books.  A lot of people have made resolutions and want to stick with them this year. I wanted to recommend a book and offer you a chance to get a free copy. My friend Richie Hughes has written a lot of great books, but this…

Here are five of the most common Giving questions asked on this website, along with the simplest answers I can give. Does Giving Rocket really work? Yes, but it’s a system not a silver bullet.  Churches who stick with it and apply what we teach regularly see an increase in giving.  Like going to the gym,…