A Biblical definition of stewardship is “having dominion over the works of God.” The definition of stewardship can be broken down into three components, the Three Ts of Stewardship: time, talent, and treasure. God has given us our life and our time to manage as part of us being his steward. The definition of stewardship also includes the making use of the talents and abilities that God had given us. As God’s chosen representatives, his stewards, God has also given us material things to faithfully administer for his glory.
Time
Redeeming the Time That God Has Given You. God has given us our life and our time to manage as part of us being his steward. As good stewards, he expects us to manage our time, our life, according to his will. We are to redeem the time that God has provided us.
Talents
Use Our Given Talents For Good Works. The definition of stewardship also includes the making use of the talents and abilities that God had given us. God has given each us unique talents and he desires us to put our talents to good use. As Christians, we can even say that God has ordained us with our unique talents to do his good works.
Treasure
Being Accountable For God’s Treasure. A key definition of stewardship is being accountable for God’s treasures. The Bible tells us that all things are created by God and all things are God’s. As God’s chosen representatives, his stewards, God has given us material things to faithfully administer for his glory.
“Joy of Giving” Prayer
Dear God, thank you for entrusting us with so many talents and for giving us talents we didn’t even know we had. Give us the strength, wisdom and courage to recognize our talents. Thank you for all the blessings we have received and the ability to put them to use. Thank you for the ability to serve you and the wisdom to do the things you want us to do. So then, Help us to use what you have given us to bless your kingdom. We won’t be afraid to use them and share them with others. Help us to help others. Through our lord Jesus Christ. Amen