Stewardship

For the authors, stewardship means more than handling funds and property. It is a form of care for the soul. Time, gifts, and money belong in service of the church's central work of announcing the good news about Jesus Christ, rather than being spent only to keep the institution running.

Every member of a congregation is one of Christ's flock, and a pastor's stewardship extends to both their material and spiritual lives. Nathan Meador and Heath R. Curtis apply theology to the everyday life of a church, keeping it focused on gospel ministry. They warn pastors against letting money become an idol, and they encourage stewards to ground their sense of self in Christ and to help their congregations do the same.

The book aims to turn individuals and congregations back toward their purpose as stewards who have been baptized into Christ. It is written to help pastors teach and preach stewardship as a call to repentance and new life.