S1 Ep11 Generosity for an eternal vision with Richard Gamble

In this episode of Active Generosity, we are joined by Richard Gamble, Founder of the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer.      

Richard Gamble shares the inspiring journey of the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer, a new national monument due to open in 2028, that will aim to make hope visible through stories of answered prayers. He discusses the challenges, milestones and the role of faith and generosity in bringing this vision to life. Richard reflects on his personal faith journey, the importance of stewardship and how he models generosity in various aspects of his life, including his former role as the chaplain of Leicester City Football Club. The conversation emphasises the power of storytelling and community involvement in the project.  

“When I think about how God talks about being generous and with the gifts that we have and steward doing them wisely, I think about stories about answered prayer. And I don't necessarily, as most people, go to finance. I believe every time that God answers a prayer in our lives, it's like dynamite in our pocket.” 

Richard’s favourite Bible verses on generosity:  

‘We have heard it with our ears, O God; our ancestors have told us what you did in their days, in days long ago. With your hand you drove out the nations and planted our ancestors; you crushed the peoples and made our ancestors flourish. It was not by their sword that they won the land, nor did their arm bring them victory; it was your right hand, your arm, and the light of your face, for you loved them.’ Psalm 44, 1-3. 

Richard comments: “I love this scripture because if we give in line with His will, if we give in line with His promptings, then the person who receives knows that it's God's hand at work.” 

See our note on Bible usage: https://www.stewardship.org.uk/bible-usage 

How you can pray: 

Richard’s request: 

• pray for protection and strength for him and the team behind the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer, to help them face any opposition and spiritual battles 

Please also pray for: 

• the submission of diverse stories of answered prayer - especially reaching the goal of 250,000 stories by 2028
• the monument to become a living testimony to God's faithfulness and leads people to Christ through personal stories
• the successful raising of £5.7 million needed for operational readiness 

 

Related links: 

Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer: https://www.eternalwall.org.uk/ 

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