What the Bible Says About God’s Generosity
God sets the standard for generosity. By nature, God gives. And not just enough. He gives abundantly, lavishly, extravagantly! The video content below was created by the Bible Project. Check out…
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Why does Haiti struggle so much, and what can we do?
Have you have glanced at the world news or read some of Bright Hope’s recent reports of Haiti lately? Then you know that Haiti is going through a major upheaval.…
My Family’s Lesson on an Eternal Perspective
My family recently moved from the East Coast of the U.S. to the West Coast, and we have no idea where our belongings are or if we will even get…
Hope Drives Them Forward
Haiti made the news again at the end of March when frustrated citizens set an airplane on fire. Yet, despite the barrage of violence and destruction, we see snippets of…
My Lessons from Ministry in the Bahamas
Ministry in Paradise We used to get teased about “ministry in the Bahamas” during our fifteen years of significant involvement there. But you go where God sends you! We enjoyed…
You Cannot Give What You Do Not Have
You cannot give what you do not have. Growing up in poverty, I was always in constant need of things, from school fees, a bed of my own, shoes that…
Solving Poverty’s Toughest Problems
One of our most challenging goals in working with the extreme poor is helping the vulnerable provide for themselves and attain financial freedom. Raising incomes can involve many facets, including…
Romance Doesn’t Help the Poor Out of Poverty
I once, maybe I still do, considered myself a romantic. Before my wife and I were engaged, I loved writing her romantic letters. I would spend hours crafting the perfect sentence…
Meeting the Holistic Needs of the Poor With Bright Hope
Jesus Met the Physical Needs of the Poor When Jesus walked the Earth, his ministry was very tangible and holistic. He laid hands on people; some were blind or disabled and healed others who faced physical challenges, including death. Most of the people…
5 Ways Bright Hope Can Help You Make a Lasting Impact on the Poor
At Bright Hope, we know you want to help the world’s poorest families leave behind hunger, fear, and isolation. To do that, these families need a reliable way to put food on the…