{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 5: Deborah B, faith and lifestyle content creator","description":" Welcome to episode 5 of the 40acts Generosity Challenge podcast!  In this conversation, Ruth is joined by Deborah B, a London-based faith and lifestyle content creator who uses her online platforms, including her \u2018Faith Talks\u2019 podcast, to mentor and encourage women in their walk with Jesus.  Deborah shares her honest journey of faith, including walking away from God, hitting rock bottom and experiencing restoration through God\u2019s mercy. She reflects on how taking part in 40acts has challenged her understanding of generosity \u2014 particularly learning to be generous not just with friends and family but also with strangers, time and attention. Together, Ruth and Deborah explore how generosity shapes faith, forms habits and becomes a powerful outward expression of love.  \u201cWhat we have is not ours, so it\u2019s kind of giving back to Him by blessing His people.\u201d  Deborah\u2019s favourite Bible verse for Lent  \u201cA new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.\u201d John 13:34\u201335 (NIV)  How you can pray for Deborah:  for focus and freedom from distraction, particularly around time spent on social media  for wisdom and discipline in being generous with her time, especially when God prompts her to reach out to others  that she would recognise when healthy boundaries need to give way to obedience and generosity  that God would continue to strengthen and sustain her as she encourages others through her content and ministry  Related links:  Follow Deborah B on Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/deborahbx_\/   Final thoughts  Deborah\u2019s reflections remind us that generosity is not just about what we give but who we are becoming. Through honest insights about faith, distraction, time and obedience, she shows how small, everyday acts \u2014 even when they feel uncomfortable or costly \u2014 can shape our character and point others to Christ. As generosity becomes a practice rather than a oneoff gesture, it opens space for transformation, joy and deeper connection with God and those around us.  If the conversation inspired you:  Subscribe by signing up to 40acts, our generosity challenge for Lent. You\u2019ll receive a daily email for the remaining days of Lent, each one with a reflection, challenge and prayer prompt. On Wednesdays, the email will also include a link to the next 40acts podcast episode.\u202f  You can also follow and track your 40acts journey in the\u202fStewardship Giving App\u202ffor the first time this year, helping you stay engaged and see how your generosity grows.  Sign up to 40acts  Please also remember to:  leave a review on your favourite podcast platform\u202f  share the podcast with someone starting their Lent journey\u202f  The podcast is also available on the following platforms:\u202fApple Podcasts,\u202fSpotify,\u202fPlayerFM,\u202fAmazon Music,\u202fYouTube     Follow us on social media:   Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/stewardship\/  Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stewardshipuk\/  LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/stewardship\/  TikTok: https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@stewardship.org.uk  YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/stewardshipuk Podcast presenter:\u202fRuth Jackson\u202f Podcast producer:\u202fEsther Simmons  Episode website: https:\/\/www.stewardship.org.uk\/40acts\/generosity-challenge-podcast        ","author_name":"Active Generosity Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/555002","html":"