Self-discipline is one of the most important character traits a steward can have. “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline” (2 Tim. 1:7, NIV). The Greek word for discipline, sophronismos, appears only here in this verse in the New Testament and involves the ability to do what must … Continue reading –>
We originally were created perfect – mentally, physically, and spiritually. Of course, sin has ruined it all. The good news of the gospel, among other things, is that God is in the process of restoring us to what we were originally meant to be. Read Acts 3:21 and Rev. 21:1-5. What hope is found in these texts for … Continue reading –>
“For we were born yesterday, and know nothing, because our days on earth are a shadow” (Job 8:9, NKJV). You can stop a clock, but not the movement of time. Time does not wait; it keeps moving forward even if we stand still and do nothing. What do the following texts teach us about our time here … Continue reading –>
1. The habits of a good steward. We all have habits, don’t we? Are our habits a quick way of making decisions? If so, is that their primary benefit? Can we have only good habits? If habits reveal our purpose in life, as our lesson points out, then what are some examples of good habits … Continue reading –>
Hymn 372, “Lord, I Have Made Thy Word My Choice” adds to the memory text for this week, Psalm 119:9-11. Our first good habit is to seek God first. This is reflected in: Hymn 224, “Seek Ye First the Kingdom”. We may then add: Hymn 539, “I Will Early Seek the Savior”. This will then … Continue reading –>
Read Luke 12:35-48. What does this parable teach us about how we are to relate to the second coming of Jesus? Why must all that we do always be in the context of the reality of the Second Coming? Stewardship should be habitually practiced in light of Jesus’ return. The character of unfaithful stewards who act … Continue reading –>
You’ve probably heard stories or perhaps the personal testimony of people who struggled with ‘bad’ (or what I prefer to refer to as ‘detrimental’) habits, who prayed for God to take the habit away and then, suddenly, the habit was gone, never to return. While that is a fantastic experience for those for whom that … Continue reading –>
We all have habits. The question is: What kind are they? Good or bad? Of all the good habits a Christian could have, seeking God first thing every day would have to be the most important one of all. “Every morning dedicate yourself, soul, body, and spirit, to God. Establish habits of devotion and trust … Continue reading –>
I often felt I would never get out of debt. I even considered declaring bankruptcy. After paying for things four times over, I considered writing my creditors and telling them I was not paying any more and they could just send me to jail if they wanted. I considered changing my identity and moving to … Continue reading –>
Read for This Week’s Study: Eph. 5:15-17, Col. 3:23, Luke 12:35-48, James 4:14, Acts 3:21, 1 Cor. 9:24-27. Memory Text: “How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word. With my whole heart I have sought You; oh, let me not wander from Your commandments! Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might … Continue reading –>
Further Thought: Every natural ability, skill, or gift comes from God, whether we were genetically born with it, influenced and educated by our environment, or both. The important part of the equation is what we do with the abilities and skills we have. God expects stewards to learn to be masters of their skills and abilities … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The believer who lives debt-free is both financially and emotionally free. Wise management of financial and material resources includes saving and investing. Lesson 11, March 17, 2018 1. Have a volunteer read Deuteronomy 28:44,45. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. … Continue reading –>
