Donation Quote by Randy Alcorn
““Delaying giving as a strategy for future kingdom building is risky. We could hold on to assets out of fear of letting go or unwillingness to surrender control to the Lord. As long as money lies within our grasp, there's not only the danger that we'll lose the assets, but also that we'll change our minds or be seduced by the status, prestige, and recognition of controlling (or having our name attached to the distribution of) what belongs to God.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn, 2000
Holding onto wealth out of fear or desire for status endangers both the assets and one’s spiritual integrity, as it can lead to changing priorities or being tempted by worldly prestige.
In simple terms: Fear of loss and desire for status can corrupt stewardship of God‑given resources.
Key Takeaway
Guard against pride and cling to faithful generosity.
Themes
stewardship
faith
pride
risk
control
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- church budgeting
- personal finance
- charitable giving
- leadership decisions
- inheritance planning
Key Concepts
spiritual integrity
temptation
kingdom building
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you let go of if you trusted God fully?
- How does status influence your decisions about money?
A Different Perspective
Even with wealth, the heart may still be swayed by status, requiring continual self‑examination.
