As you consider your goals for 2026, here are several ways to challenge yourself:

If you haven’t made an offering pledge before, make one this year.

If you are close to your goal, take a step up 1-2% of your income to grow your giving.

If you are exceeding this year’s pledge, challenge yourself to the higher amount or more for 2025.

If you couldn’t fulfill your pledge, make a plan to accomplish it next year.

If your income has increased, make sure your gift continues to grow along with it.

Work toward a tithe, the practice of giving back the first 10% of the income God gives you.