Discover long-term benefits for investing resources Part 15
In Luke chapter sixteen, Jesus uses a shrewd steward as an example of how followers of God can use resources wisely. Let's take a close look at this parable to find practical tools for our lives today.
How to be shrewd stewards of the resources God’s given us Part 14
Since we live in a world that’s not necessarily friendly toward Christian values, it’s easy to assume that there’s nothing of value we can learn from the culture. But according to Jesus’ teaching, that’s not the case!
Let’s learn a few things about shrewd planning from Jesus’ teaching in Luke sixteen Part 13
According to Jesus’ teaching in Luke sixteen, His followers could learn a few things from the culture about shrewd planning. Let's bring this teaching to life for the twenty-first century Christian.
Discover what it means to be shrewd, and how Jesus intended His followers to respond Part 12
In Luke chapter sixteen, Jesus tells a story which teaches that His followers need to be a shrewd managers of their resources.
Discover the positive characteristics of a shrewd manager Part 11
When we think of someone who’s shrewd, we often think of them in a negative light.
Discover the biblical idea of stewardship Part 10
The world wants us to believe that we are the masters of our homes. We are in charge of our income and all of our assets. Discover the counter-cultural wisdom from Jesus’ parable in Luke sixteen.
Gaining a new perspective on the blessings we’ve been given Part 9
If you were given fifty thousand dollars, tax free, what would you spend it on? Would a new car or upgrades to your home be at the top of your list?
How our perspective changes when we view our resources as belonging to God Part 8
According to the “Discover the Word” team, there’s danger in viewing our assets as things we’ve earned. Let's study Jesus’ parable on stewardship in Luke chapter sixteen.
Discover what it means to be a steward Part 7
What are your strengths? Perhaps you’re good with computers, or hospitality comes naturally to you. Encouragement for followers of God to use the gifts He’s bestowed on them for His glory.
Do we have the "right" to own our house, our car, and all our personal belongings? Part 6
We work hard at our job, earn a healthy paycheck, and if we’re not careful, we can adopt a sense of entitlement.
An interesting perspective on “what’s mine” Part 5
We work hard, earn our salaries, and feel like the benefits of the income are ours to enjoy. Let's discuss what it means to be a good steward.
Let’s talk about Jesus’ parable of the shrewd manager Part 3
When Jesus taught, He didn’t always spell things out in black and white. Instead, He used stories to impart life lessons.
Discover what Jesus taught about money and stewardship Part 2
Jesus often used parables to teach lessons on faith and life. Let's listen to a dramatic interpretation of Jesus’ story on the shrewd manager.
