Scientists are finding that forgiving activates structures and pathways in the brain that improve resilience, social connection and empower you to step beyond painful experiences in an energized, motivated, and connected way. Wow! Greater Good Science Center reports.
What does it mean to be generous? And what are the barriers that wealth poses that keep us from growing spiritually? This Bible study helps us find answers to those questions. From Woodside Bible Church. (Photo: Creative Commons)
We don’t hear much about the sin of sloth in Protestant circles, but it’s certainly a stewardship problem in our couch-potato age, with wide-ranging consequences for both individuals and society. This article from Crosswalk.com explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Here’s a thought-provoking book suggestion for you. Written by Henri J.M. Nouwen, A Spirituality of Fundraising has become a Christian classic. This review from United Methodist Church Discipleship explains why it should be on your summer stewardship reading list. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Our culture is saturated and obsessed with money – so much so that even the most devout Christians fail to see it. This Bible study CRU looks at passages from Luke’s Gospel and Paul’s Letter to Romans to help discern how God looks at wealth and what that means for God’s people. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Teachers and students alike can use this handy one-page guide to understand the basics of biblical stewardship. Provides a good overview and inspiration for discussion. Posted by Bible Baptist Church, Madison, Ohio. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Stewardship is too often seen only as money for the church, when there are so many deeper meanings that impact discipleship. To help you learn, the Institute for Faith, Work & Economics explains the basics of biblical, whole-life stewardship. (Photo: Creative Commons)
This lesson uses pennies, the story of the Widow’s Mite or Offering and the classic story about “Stone Soup” to show how even a small gift when added to the gifts of others can provide abundantly for all. From Luther Seminary’s Center for Stewardship Leaders. (Photo: Creative Commons)
The Moravian Ministries Foundation has put together this free handy and flexible study guide for small groups. Plenty of stewardship-related Scripture verses from which to choose. Pick the ones you like and plan a class series. (Photo: Alvanman, Creative Commons)
For centuries, Christians have observed the season of Lent. But what exactly the season all about? And how can modern followers of Jesus use it as a tool to build their faith? This article from Christianity.com explores. (Image: Creative Commons)
