Having the Heart of a Good Steward

 

True biblical stewardship is about so much more than money.  How is EVERYTHING handled in your life? Not only money but also your gifts, talents, opportunities, influence, relationships, etc.

Stewardship is the process of being responsible for someone else’s property while it has been entrusted to you.

“We have to recognize that God’s desire is for our devotion and not our performance.” – Elder Michelle Jackson

THE HEART OF A GOOD STEWARD REQUIRES

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Recognizing That God Is the Source (V.10-13)

•  We don’t own anything! It all belongs to God!
• Everything comes from God!

“You will struggle…until we relinquish ownership to our very lives.” – Elder Michelle Jackson

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Decide today who is the owner.

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Releasing What God Has Given (V.14-16)

“We have gotten arrogant about what we have.” – Elder Michelle Jackson

Must release in humility.

“What we are releasing is God’s already.” – Elder Michelle Jackson

 

Righteous Living (V.17)

God will test the heart and will take pleasure in uprightness.

“God is not impressed with appearances…God tests the heart.” – Elder Michelle Jackson

What will God see when He looks at your life?  What does your heart look like?

Are your public worship and private life the same?

“Motives matter to God.” – Elder Michelle Jackson

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Raising Up the Next Generation of Good Stewards (V.18-19)

Set up the next generation so that they will faithfully serve Jesus Christ.

Your influence will be instrumental in helping to build up those coming behind you.

“How are they showing up in their relationships?” – Elder Michelle Jackson

Must be concerned about spiritual legacy.

“How are you helping them own Kingdom responsibility?” – Elder Michelle Jackson

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Responding With Reverence and Rejoining (V.20-22)

We must know that we have done what God has told us to do.

Your talents, gifts can be used for influence.

“Sometimes influence is greater than any amount of money you can have.” – Elder Michelle Jackson