1 One should think about us this way – as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Now what is sought in stewards is that one be found faithful. 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 NET Bible
In today's passage Paul tells us that there is one requirement for a steward - faithfulness. In verse one he states that we are "servants of Christ." The word for servant here is an interesting one: hyperetas. This word differs from diakonoi (servant/deacon) in that it stresses subordination and responsibility to a superior.
The next important word is "steward." This word refers to someone who owns nothing but is entrusted with someone else's "stuff."
As a Christ-follower, we are first and foremost servants of Christ - subordinate to him in every way. Then we are "stewards" of everything God has given us: time, talent, talent, and treasure.
I have to lay everything at Christ's feet every single day. Not a thing I own belongs to me; I am simply a steward of his resources. With this in mind, today my challenge is to be faithful in our finances in every way and to be careful not to want more than the Lord has given me. Tye out.
Btw, you can read the online devotional by Jeff Akey today by clicking here.
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