Everything we have has been given to us in trust. The decision to give back the first portion is a faith decision. We trust that after we have returned the first portion, that God will provide for our needs. We believe that God can never be outdone in generosity. We must be accountable to God.
Stewardship involves planning.
It provides the structure and serves as the reminder to us to keep God first in our lives. For example, if we don't plan to attend Mass while on vacation, then we probably won't. Our mission is to serve. We must place our faith in action. Stewardship involves embracing, enjoying, sharing and giving.