Stewardship

What is biblical stewardship?

For if I preach the gospel, I have nothing to boast of, for necessity is laid upon me; yes, woe is me if I do not preach the gospel! 17 For if I do this willingly, I have a reward; but if against my will, I have been entrusted with a stewardship. 18 What is my reward then? That when I preach the gospel, I may present the gospel of Christ without charge, that I may not abuse my authority in the gospel.
1 Corinthians 9:16-18, NKJV

Paul considered stewardship in the context of the message of salvation by grace through faith in Christ. That was his understanding of stewardship. For Paul, it was all about the gospel. The gospel is what saves and produces good fruit for the kingdom of God (Colossians 1:5b-6). Therefore, God’s people must understand the gospel well enough to communicate it in any situation.

Core Values – Stwrdship

Simplicity
Salvation comes by grace through faith in Christ
Thankfulness

An attitude of gratitude because God is good and faithful 100% of the time

Wisdom

Seek God in prayer to respond to every circumstance

Repentance
A continual posture toward God
Discernment

Guiding others into the purposes of God

Sincerity

Being known by our love for one another as God’s children

Humility

The attitude toward God and others because while we were sinners, He died for us

Influence

Following the example of Jesus to be an example to others

Perseverance

Fixing our sights on the cross of Jesus Christ to stay focused on our mission

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