2009-09-09T16:03:37-05:00 GCI info@gospel.com http://www.gospel.com/feeds/topics/stewardship http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-hard-times/when-the-captain-is-not-on-the-bridge-5754 2009-09-09T16:03:37-05:00 There are a lot of people and pressures that are pulling on us parents. Some of them are screaming for our attention while our children are just whisper for it. Could it be that you've become preoccupied with less important things? Actually, almost everything is a less important thing than your priceless trust from God. http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke%2016:1-14&version=NIV 2009-07-27T14:13:56-05:00 An unusual parable about a dishonest manager. We are told here that our behavior when entrusted with small things--talents, money, or opportunities--reflects on our ability to deal wisely with greater things. If we want to be trusted with greater blessings or resources, we need to demonstrate that we can use what we already have for God's glory. http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke%2012:35-48&version=NIV 2009-07-22T10:55:58-05:00 This parable cautions us to live in continual anticipation of Christ, so as not to be caught off guard when he returns. The final part of the parable notes that we are stewards of what God has given us--and that along with the resources he entrusts to our care comes responsibility to use them wisely. http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=32862&columnid=3881 2009-01-13T22:41:14-05:00 Being a wise steward to our limited natural resources, and save$. Some people may only see a small change or you may see a dramatic change (Like I did). In either case these tips can help you save up to several hundred dollars per year! http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=32857&columnid=3881 2009-01-13T22:39:07-05:00 Stewardship Part 3. Learning What It Means to Give “Cheerfully.” How do you feel when churches, ministries, or even missionaries seek you, asking for funds? Does it give you a toothache? http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=32856&columnid=3881 2009-01-13T22:38:07-05:00 Stewardship Part II. Are you giving what’s right, or what’s left? Last time, we looked at what God calls us to concerning Stewardship. We learned that everything belongs to Him, and that we are the caretakers of His property. As Christians... http://intothyword.org/apps/articles/default.asp?articleid=32854&columnid=3881 2009-01-13T22:37:00-05:00 What does stewardship mean to you? There are two words that send the average congregation and common churchgoer into fear and panic, from the leadership and pastorate, that fears to offend or drive people away, convicted, lest... http://navpress.com/store/product.aspx?id=9781576830857 2008-07-29T18:32:15-05:00 Mastering Money. MAKING MONEY MAKE SENSE. Manage their finances God's way. http://discipleshiptools.org/pages.asp?pageid=60408 2008-06-09T22:30:22-05:00 What is Stewardship? There are two words that send the average congregation and common churchgoer into fear and panic, from the leadership and pastorate, that fears to offend... http://churchgrowth.org/cgi-cg/webstore/ec.cgi?page=steward.html&frame=yes&cart_id=p1201720837_949 2008-01-30T14:29:37-05:00 For pastors who don't want to beg for offerings and laypeople who want to find financial freedom, this section has something to offer. Includes stewardship campaigns and resources that tell how to establish debt-free ministry, increase giving without begging, and gain personal financial freedom!