Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality offers a moving portrait of how one family is living out their faith through intentional choices, Kingdom-focused generosity, and deep trust in God—especially through life’s hardest trials. In this episode of the Generous Girl Podcast, host Kim Moeller welcomes Cheri Shank for an honest, hope-filled conversation about building a multi-generational legacy rooted in faith, generosity, and resilience.
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Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality begins with a story of vision and faith. Alongside her husband Bob, Cheri launched the Three Gen, Four Gen Project—an innovative family-wide initiative that invites their children and grandchildren to participate in generous giving through their National Christian Foundation (NCF) Giving Fund.
Each family member receives an individual allotment to support a ministry of their choosing. Even their 12-year-old grandson jumped in first, excited to share where he felt God leading him to give. This intentional process teaches not just generosity, but ownership, prayerful decision-making, and Kingdom impact.
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Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality emphasizes that generosity isn’t about wealth—it’s about alignment with God’s purpose. Through platforms like NCF, families can direct resources to over 70,000 ministries. Since 1982, NCF has helped steward over $16 billion in charitable giving.
Whether giving $100 or $1 million, Cheri reminds us: “Every gift matters when it’s placed in God’s hands.”
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In one of the episode’s most emotional moments, Cheri shares Bob’s leukemia diagnosis in early 2022. After a long, uncertain search for a stem cell donor, a miracle came from within the family—their 17-year-old granddaughter was a half-match and stepped forward as his donor, giving more than twice the needed stem cells.
Today, Bob is in remission and speaking again—a living testimony of faith, prayer, and generational sacrifice. Through tears and triumph, Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality reminds us that God shows up in the waiting.
📖 Featured Verse: Romans 12:12 – “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Caregiving is a sacred assignment, and Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality gives real-life insights for walking with others through medical challenges. From preparing meals to sharing Scripture, Cheri highlights simple but powerful ways to serve families in crisis.
She reflects on how God’s presence was most real when life was most uncertain—and how community became a lifeline.
💬 Cheri’s Tip: “Sometimes the best gift is simply showing up.”
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At its heart, Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality is about more than charitable giving—it’s about passing down a spiritual legacy. From their long-term involvement with NCF to their commitment to live openhandedly, the Shanks are shaping future generations to walk in faith, purpose, and generosity.
This episode invites listeners to consider: What kind of legacy are you building?
📖 Key Verse: Proverbs 13:22 – “A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children…”
In a world driven by busyness and burnout, Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality is a reminder to slow down, realign with God’s vision, and steward your time, family, and finances with purpose. Whether you’re just beginning your generosity journey or facing a personal trial, this episode offers hope and clarity.
📍 Location: National reach through NCF
🌱 Legacy Focus: Faith, Family, Generosity
🙏 Mission: Build a life that points to God—even in adversity
Cheri Shank on a Legacy of Intentionality is more than a podcast episode—it’s an invitation to reimagine what it means to live with purpose, give with faith, and leave behind something that lasts. Her family’s journey is one of deep surrender, unwavering trust, and joy-filled obedience.
No matter what season you’re in, this conversation will inspire you to embrace intentionality—starting today.
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📖 Featured Verse: Romans 12:12
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