RHYTHMS 6: Stewardship

In the sixth installment of the "Rhythms" series, we explore the essential spiritual discipline of stewardship. A steward is simply someone who manages what belongs to another, and for the Christian, this begins with the recognition that God owns everything—from the phone in our pockets to our very next breath. While stewardship includes our time, talents, and relationships, this episode focuses on money as a training ground for our hearts. We discuss how being faithful with "very little" now prepares us for "much" later, helping us move away from a "MINE, MINE, MINE" mentality toward a life of open hands.

Drawing from Matthew 6:21, we learn that treasure leads and the heart follows, meaning our spending habits reveal what we truly value. The message outlines six markers of biblical giving: it should be an act of worship, a reflection of our trust, and a commitment to giving God our "first fruits" rather than our leftovers. We are challenged to be planned and intentional with our generosity, motivated by the sacrificial love of Jesus rather than guilt or legalism. By starting small and being intentional now, we can turn the temporary resources of earth into eternal treasure in heaven. (Preached by Steve Coots to youth on 2-25-26)