One of the very best places that any of us can give is our own local church. There are several good reasons to start your giving this way. Your church directly supports you. It is also possible to see where your gifts are going. You can give more than just money to your church and these gifts are part of our heavenly bank account too.
The local church participates in almost every kind of charitable function including:
- Sharing the gospel
- Feeding the poor
- Apologetics
- Education
And often many others as well. Our church leaders are fed and clothed by our gifts and that is a big blessing to God who calls them.
When you search for other places to give, remember that gifts to your church count too.
If you are looking to support relief operations around the world, Samaritan’s Purse is an excellent option. Relief operations are just one of the kinds of things that this organization does. Many relief organizations don’t share the gospel. Like other organizations we highlight, Samaritan’s Purse meets physical needs in order have the opportunity to share the gospel. This organization is represented by Franklin Graham, the son of Billy Graham and they are committed to keep the message of Jesus a primary focus in their efforts to help those in need.
This article is too small to describe all of the things that this single organization does. If you join their operation, you will receive top-notch communication about what they are doing all over the world. Here’s a list of some of their project categories: