It’s not just about being able to balance your budget or tithing 10 percent because Scripture says you should. Church stewardship and personal stewardship are biblically grounded aspects of discipleship. But how do you talk with your church or your family about stewardship? And what does it mean to practice stewardship not only when you’re making your budget but when you’re living your daily life? How do you adapt church stewardship and giving for the digital age? Here, you’ll find a whole host of church stewardship ideas and strategies to help you navigate these questions.
How is stewardship different than charity?
Charitable giving is one way you can use the resources God has given you generously. And it’s an important part of biblical stewardship. But stewardship is about the way you use all the resources God has given you, not just whether you tithe or give to charity. As both churches and individuals, we steward our resources in the ministries we choose to invest in, the businesses we support, and even the ways we spend our time. Strong stewardship should start with prayer and discernment and be guided by vision, vision of God’s call for you, your church, or your family.
Church leaders sometimes shy away from discussing financial stewardship in the church. It can be uncomfortable to talk about finances openly. Asking your congregation to open up their checkbooks to support your own ministry can make you feel particularly vulnerable. But biblical stewardship in all its forms is an essential part of fulfilling God’s mission in the world. And when you cultivate a strong culture of generosity in your church, there’s often a powerful ripple effect on your ministry.
Church stewardship ideas and stories
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How to Care for People in the Wake of Major and Irreversible Loss
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Why We Should Embrace the Difficult Conversations with Hope for a Brighter Financial Future
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Why Pentecost Calls Upon Us to Talk About Creation Care
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Why Care for God’s Creation Matters: A Biblical Perspective
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How the Pandemic Has Revealed a Paradigm Shift in Our Approach to Giving
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Top Church Online Giving Platforms in 2021
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Five Inspiring Stories of People with an Abundance Mindset
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