Invite tithers to tell their stories of giving. Yet the scriptures call upon us to care for the earth and its creatures, to use our possessions responsibly, and to manage our relationships in the image of God. Jesus often related faith to the ways persons managed their possessions. His is a worthy example. In a culture such as ours that is so affected by economics, it is imperative that the gospel relate to this dimension of our individual and corporate lives.
Stewardship is appropriate for all seasons of the year.
When stewardship is defined in terms of a fall financial campaign, the rich biblical meaning of the word is severely limited. A financial campaign needs to be conducted within the context of healthy stewardship. The term stewardship, therefore, should not be limited to an annual financial campaign or to the institutional church. We are called to be stewards of all our time and in all our resources. Satisfaction comes to those who integrate stewardship into the rest of their lives.