I was recently at the Kingdom Advisors conference, where something fascinating happened. A wealth manager from a major international bank (that you would know the name of, if I said it) told me even her corporate leadership sees the value in Christian ministry giving. Let that sink in – secular financial institutions are recognizing what Jesus taught 2,000 years ago.

Right in the middle of His most famous sermon, Jesus drops this investment advice: “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven…” Think about that – we have a heavenly bank account.

I like to think of it as heaven’s cryptocurrency. You can’t manipulate it, can’t inflate it, can’t game the system. Unlike our fiat currency that governments can print at will, this eternal currency is backed by something unshakeable – the promises of God.

It’s remarkable, isn’t it? In our modern Babylon, even the Nebuchadnezzars are starting to see the benefits of Kingdom investment. If those operating in worldly systems can recognize the value, shouldn’t we who understand the eternal returns be even more strategic about our giving?  How much more can we be giving?

In The Master’s Program, we often talk about leveraging success for significance. But here’s where the rubber meets the road – are you intentionally converting earthly currency into eternal impact? Are you building a portfolio that outlasts you?

Think about it, every dollar you have right now is either a temporary tool or an eternal investment. Which category is most of yours in? When was the last time you looked at your giving strategy with the same intensity you review your financial statements?

You know what brought it together for me? At the conference where there were 2700 Christian Financial Planners and Wealth Managers, Randy Alcorn had a breakout discussion. He put it perfectly: “You can’t take it with you, but you can send it ahead”.

Here’s what fascinates me: Jesus didn’t say, “where your treasure is, your investment strategy will follow.” He said, “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”. The secret isn’t just disciplined giving – it’s falling in love with Kingdom work that excites you.

So, here’s my challenge: Take a hard look at your giving so far this year. Are you where you planned to be? If you’re ahead – praise God! If you’re behind – it’s time to reconnect with the ministries you support. See their impact firsthand. Let your heart fall in love with the eternal returns they’re generating.

Because here’s the truth: When you’re passionate about Kingdom work, giving stops being a discipline and becomes a delight. Where your heart leads, your treasure naturally follows.

If Babylon can see the value in Kingdom investment, isn’t it time we became more intentional about our eternal portfolios?

Let’s build wealth that moths can’t eat and thieves can’t steal. Your heavenly crypto account is waiting for your next deposit.

In your corner,
Jeff

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