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STEWARDSHIP
The management of another
person's property,
finances, or household
affairs. As far as
Christians are concerned,
stewardship involves
the responsibility
of managing God's work
through the church.
God has appointed all
Christians to be His
stewards on earth.
Stewardship is not
an option, as Paul
points out about his
own call. Being a steward
is a necessary part
of believing the gospel,
even if it involves
sacrificing personal
rewards [1 Cor. 9:17].
As the parable of the
talents [Matt. 25:14-30]
shows, Christians will
be held accountable
for the way in which
they
manage God's affairs
as stewards. These
matters include extending
the
church's ministry through
the preaching of the
gospel [Col. 1:24-28],
supporting the church
financially [Acts 4:32-37],
and ministering to
the sick and needy
[Matt.
25:31-46].
(From Nelson's Illustrated
Bible Dictionary)
(Copyright (C) 1986,
Thomas Nelson
Publishers)
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