“Managing God’s resources” is the definition of the Biblical idea of stewardship.  It stands against the notion of ownership.  All assets we possess—tangible and intangible really belong to God.  “He gives us the privilege of using them, enjoying them and managing them for His glory.”¹

Beginning January 29th! 
Managing Our Finances God’s Way. 
5 pm in church parlor.
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For an example of how not to do it, watch this video, laugh and think about it.

As Christians and in our churches we are often reluctant to talk openly about specifics relating to our possessions, especially money.  In Robert Schnase’s book, Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations, he identifies “Extravagant Generosity” as the 5th practice.  He writes:

“Churches that practice Extravagant Generosity don’t talk in general terms about stewardship; they speak confidently and faithfully about money, giving, generosity, and the difference giving makes for the purpose of Christ and in the life of the giver.  They emphasize the Christian’s need to give more than the church’s need for money.  They teach, preach and practice proportional giving with the goal of tithing.”²

¹Kirk Mowery, 360⁰ Stewardship, 115
²Schnase, Robert, Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations, 119