Stewardship is a lifestyle – a journey.
Stewardship is not just about managing money to facilitate God’s mission.
Thoughts for a Christian Steward’s Journey
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GOD OWNS EVERYTHING – “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it. The world and all its people belong to him.” (Ps. 24:1 NLT)
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WE ARE TRUSTEES – “A person who is put in charge as a manager must be faithful” (I Cor. 4:1-2 NLT)
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BE DILIGENT; SERVE GOD – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord” (Col. 3:23)
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ETERNAL REWARD – “If anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is my disciple, I tell you the truth, he will certainly not lose his reward.” (Mt 10:42, NIV)
Stewardship Resource Links
- Ecumenical Stewardship Center
- Everence (Formerly MMA) Stewardship Education is designed to be accessible for everyone. Course sessions are 90 minutes long. Full-day and per course registration options are available.
- Brethren.org Stewardship
- Share Save Spend– Newsletter and lots of Stewardship teachings pertaining to youth
Gifting Opportunities
Reading for Individual or Group Study
- Stepping Stones of the Steward – A Faith Journey through Jesus’ Parables Second Edition By: Ronald E. Vallet
- For a 13-week Teacher’s Guide Contact Kay Weaver, ANE Director of Stewardship
- Firstfruits Living – Giving God Our Best By: Lynn A. Miller
- The Power of Enough By: Lynn A. Miller
- A Christian View of Money– Celebrating God’s Generosity By: Mark Vincent
- To request a Teaching Manual contact Kay Weaver, ANE Director of Stewardship
- Speaking About Money By: Mark Vincent
- The 33 Laws of Stewardship: Principles for a Life of True Fulfillment By: Dave Sutherland & Kirk Nowery
- Money Possessions and Eternity By: Randy Alcorn
- The Treasure Principle – Unlocking the Secret of Joyful Giving (Bible Study) By: Randy Alcorn
Fundraising Tidbit
As your congregation plans special fundraisers, annual campaigns, or capital campaigns, consider having the funding committee study II Corinthians 8 and 9 in which Paul discusses the needs for a fund-raising project. Following is a list of the suggested key needs and the specific verse where the need is mentioned.
- Information: II Corinthians 8:4
- Definite purpose: II Corinthians 8:4
- Readiness and willingness: II Corinthians 9:7
- Dedication: II Corinthians8:5
- Leadership: II Corinthians 8:7
- Enthusiasm: II Corinthians 8:7, 8, 11
- Persistence: II Corinthians 8:2
- Honesty and integrity: II Corinthians 8:21
- Accountability: II Corinthians 8:24-9:5
- Someone to keep it moving: II Corinthians 8:18-22