To say MLK could preach is an obvious understatement. He knew full well the hatred and injustice in the world, yet he hung on to hope. He had courage.

Listening to MLK preach changed the way I delivered my plenary about celebrating the offering as an act of worship. I was braver than before.

The woman beside me at yoga had 'no regrets' tattooed on her foot. I assume she means - live life to the fullest. Being literal-minded though, I wondered - what would it mean to have no regrets? For a ministerial screening program, I was asked "Is there anything about you, that if people found out, would be damaging to your ministry?" My reply - Absolutely! How could I be a good leader if I didn't have any regrets? This applies to all sorts of people - fundraisers, pastors, parents.

Fundraisers and donors are co-creators in something beautiful. If you don't believe this, you are going to have trouble asking others to support your charity.

Some of the beautiful creations I have seen lately include…