Julie Wilson on the power of intentional giving.

What if generosity is about more than money?

In this episode of MercyCast, Raleigh Sadler sits down with Julie Wilson, President and CEO of Women Doing Well, to discuss purpose, stewardship, and the growing role women are playing in shaping generosity. Julie shares how a season of burnout led her to discover her God-given calling and how that journey ultimately brought her into a movement equipping women to steward resources with confidence and purpose.

Together, they explore the connection between faith, generosity, and personal transformation, challenging listeners to move beyond scarcity and embrace a life of open-handed stewardship.

In This Episode

• How burnout can reveal purpose
• Living from stewardship instead of scarcity
• The importance of understanding your unique calling
• What current research reveals about women and generosity
• The impact of the Great Wealth Transfer
• Why generosity is a spiritual practice
• How small acts of giving shape our hearts

Memorable Quotes

"You are a unique individual, and there will only be one of you ever in the whole history of the world."

"Generosity, if it's not a gift, it's a spiritual practice."

"What do I have that God hasn't given me?"

"I've never met an unhappy, generous person."

Key Takeaway

Generosity isn't reserved for a select few. It's a practice that grows as we learn to view our time, talents, and resources as gifts entrusted to us by God. Whether through finances, hospitality, encouragement, or service, every act of generosity shapes both the giver and the world around them.

Resources Mentioned

• Women Doing Well
• Women Doing Well on Instagram

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