Stewards

Here are key passages where Jesus addresses stewardship:

1. Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30; Luke 19:12-27)
In this parable, Jesus tells the story of a master who entrusts his servants with varying amounts of money (talents) before leaving on a journey. The servants who wisely invest and multiply the resources are rewarded, while the servant who buries the money out of fear is punished. This parable underscores that God expects us to use our talents, time, and resources responsibly and to be productive with what we’ve been given.

Matthew 25:29 – “For whoever has will be given more, and they will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what they have will be taken from them.”

2. Parable of the Faithful and Wise Servant (Luke 12:42-46)
In this parable, Jesus talks about a servant who is faithful in managing the master’s household in the master’s absence. The servant is blessed for being diligent, while the one who is careless is punished. This story highlights that faithful stewardship is rewarded, and neglecting one’s responsibilities leads to consequences.

Luke 12:48 – “From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.”

3. Parable of the Unjust Steward (Luke 16:1-13)
Here, Jesus talks about a dishonest steward who cleverly secures his future by forgiving the debts of his master’s debtors. While the steward’s dishonesty is not praised, Jesus uses the parable to teach that believers should be shrewd and wise in managing worldly wealth, as it can be used for eternal purposes. He also warns against being enslaved by money.

Luke 16:10-11 – “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches?”

4. Teaching on Generosity and Investment in Eternal Treasures (Matthew 6:19-21)
Jesus teaches that we should invest in eternal treasures rather than accumulating wealth for ourselves here on earth. This doesn’t negate the importance of stewardship but places a higher emphasis on using our resources in ways that have eternal value.
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Matthew 6:20-21 – “But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

Key Themes of Stewardship:

• Faithfulness: Jesus emphasizes that those entrusted with resources (whether financial, talents, or time) must use them wisely and faithfully.

• Accountability: We are accountable to God for how we manage what He has given us, and there are rewards or consequences based on our stewardship.

• Eternal Perspective: Jesus encourages using worldly resources for God’s purposes and to benefit others, thus storing up treasures in heaven.

• Generosity: Being a good steward also involves generosity, ensuring that what we have is used to serve and bless others.

These teachings reveal that Jesus sees stewardship not only as a matter of managing resources but also as a reflection of our faithfulness, responsibility, and priorities in life.

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