{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 7: Ben Nelson, business founder and sport specialist","description":" Welcome to episode 7, the final week of the 40acts Generosity Challenge podcast!  Today, Ruth is joined by 40acts pro Ben Nelson. Ben runs a manufacturing business creating brands for businesses and influencers and is also a director of hockey at a local school. With passions for Jesus, generosity and business, Ben reflects on what it looks like to live a life of everyday generosity - not just during Lent, but all year round.  As the 40acts journey draws to a close, Ben shares highlights and challenges from this year\u2019s campaign, how generosity has become more embedded in his daily life and why small, faithful acts can become catalysts for much bigger Kingdom impact. Together, Ruth and Ben explore courage in sharing faith publicly, adapting generosity to different contexts and how God uses ordinary obedience to do extraordinary things.  \u201cWe\u2019re doing these acts for the Kingdom. God has given us a race to run - sometimes we sprint, sometimes we jog - but even the small steps can be catalysts for big things.\u201d  Ben\u2019s favourite Bible verse for Lent: \u2018However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the good news of God\u2019s grace.\u2019  Acts 20:24 (NIV)  How you can pray for Ben:  for generosity to be a year\u2011round rhythm, not just a Lent practice  that the season between Lent campaigns would be marked by intentional generosity and growth  for wisdom as Ben integrates faith, business and influence  that the impact of everyday acts would multiply for God\u2019s Kingdom  Related links:  Follow Ben on Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bnel_wyatt\/  Final thoughts: Ben\u2019s story is a powerful reminder that generosity is a lifestyle, not a moment. As this podcast series comes to an end, his encouragement to keep generosity at the forefront of everyday life challenges us to see small acts as meaningful, faithful steps in a much bigger story God is writing.  If the conversation inspired you:  Please remember to leave a review on your favourite podcast platform. If you enjoyed this series, then sign up to \u2018Active Generosity\u2019, our monthly podcast, where guests from our community share their journeys of faith, stewardship and generosity.  Sign up to \u2018Active Generosity\u2019: https:\/\/www.stewardship.org.uk\/subscribe#Podcast  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":"