Stewardship involves lifestyle. Stewardship of the gospel. Stewardship of possessions. Christ is our model for stewardship. The giver has a need to give.
Spiritual health is linked to stewardship practice.
Changes in the world and in culture affect giving. When God gives a vision for ministry, stewardship is the means for accomplishing it. Giving beyond the local congregation strengthens local giving. Church leaders follow the light of the gospel in being stewards of peoples gifts. Tithing is a spiritual discipline.