July 27, 2026
IgniteAmerica urges Christians to invest their lives in what lasts forever
Barry Meguiar says God’s call to stewardship extends beyond finances to include how believers invest their time, influence, relationships and everyday conversations
PHOENIX —IgniteAmerica, a nationwide network connecting Christians committed to “moving everyone, every day, closer to Jesus,” encourages believers to broaden their understanding of biblically responsible investing by recognizing that God’s call to stewardship extends beyond finances to include how they invest their time, influence, relationships and everyday conversations. IgniteAmerica says these investments can produce lasting Kingdom impact by helping lead others to the hope of Jesus.
The ministry’s latest emphasis asks a simple question: What if the most meaningful return on investment is not measured in dollars, but in lives changed through the hope of Jesus Christ? Founder and President of IgniteAmerica, Barry Meguiar, says Scripture calls believers to steward every resource God provides, including opportunities to share their faith.
“Every Christian has been entrusted with opportunities that can have an eternal impact. Kingdom investment is about far more than our financial resources. It includes how we use our time, influence and relationships to help others discover the hope found only in Jesus Christ,” Meguiar said.
In a culture that prizes measurable financial growth, IgniteAmerica says Christians can also evaluate how they invest in their conversations, relationships and influence. The ministry emphasizes that faithful stewardship includes intentionally looking for opportunities to point others toward Christ.
Even some prominent non-Christians have acknowledged the internal logic of evangelism. Entertainer and atheist Penn Jillette has observed that if someone genuinely believes eternal consequences are real, failing to tell others would appear unloving. Other public conversations involving skeptics, spiritual thinkers and commentators continue to reflect widespread interest in questions surrounding faith, purpose and eternity.
To help believers respond with confidence, IgniteAmerica offers its free e-book, “Faith Conversations for Everyday Life,” which provides practical guidance for naturally sharing the Gospel in everyday settings. The resource encourages Christians to recognize ordinary interactions as opportunities for meaningful spiritual conversations.
“When believers begin viewing everyday conversations as opportunities to invest in eternity, they discover that God can use ordinary moments to accomplish extraordinary things. The most meaningful return on investment may never appear on a balance sheet, but it will be seen in transformed lives,” Meguiar added.
IgniteAmerica invites Christians to download the free “Faith Conversations for Everyday Life” e-book and learn practical ways to share their faith during everyday encounters. The ministry says every believer can make an eternal difference by faithfully investing the resources God has already provided.IgniteAmerica is a national movement founded by Barry Meguiar dedicated to equipping Christians to share their faith and spark revival across the United States. Through resources, community connections and practical tools, IgniteAmerica seeks to move everyone, every day, closer to Jesus. Find out more athttps://igniteamerica.com/.
Barry Meguiar is the third-generation president ofMeguiar’s Car Wax, the top-selling car wax in America and in countries around the world. His “Car Crazy” television show aired for 18 years and was viewed on Discovery Channel Networks globally. He’s led lay ministries for the Assemblies of God and was honored by the Assemblies of God as their Layman of the Year, by the National Religious Broadcasters with their Billy Graham Award, with Moody Bible’s 1886 Legacy Award and with an honorary doctorate by Northwest University.
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