Second Half Stewardship

Gifts. Talents. Calling. These are all words that we regularly use to describe what we think that we are good at and where we should serve. To know when and where to use our gifts, stewards need to l…

Every day people around the world struggle with nagging questions about their identity. Am I enough? Is the work I do fulfilling? Am I important?

Essentially, we are trying to justify our existence a…

The easiest way to do damage to a relationship is through trying to control and manipulate. We all know this is true, but we often use our time and money as a way to control the people around us.

Wha…

Choosing who to invest your time with is an important question for every steward? When you consider who you spend your time with, are you seeking the Lord for wisdom in those moments?

Paul, in 2 Timo…

Who is the next steward?  Are they prepared?  How much is enough for the next steward?

In the United States, estate planning typically follows this formula: Net Worth / Number of Kids = Amount to the…

Almost daily, we are inundated with images of poverty that can desensitize us to the vulnerable in our midst. Often, instead of taking steps towards the vulnerable, sadly we can move away. However, t…

We are constantly surrounded of images of the good life. From trends on social media to the mall to the university, our eyes and ears are bombarded with opportunities to live your best life. This vis…

Jesus, even though he lived 2000 years ago in a time of greater technological simplicity, recognized the need to take time away from the hustle and bustle of life and connect with the Father. This is…

What does the Bible say about growing and passing on wealth? One of the most challenging money questions that we will continue to be faced with is "How much is enough?" Over our decades of reading th…

How many times have you rejoiced when it was time to pay your taxes? This is a challenging question to consider, especially if we are not fond of what the government is doing with our finances. Taxes…

Debt has become a normal part of our everyday lives. From credit cards to car loans to mortgages, we are inundated with debt. The Bible contains compelling warnings about debt. How should Christians …

Only giving can free us from the power that money has over our lives. We can use money for living expenses, to owe taxes or debt, and to grow through savings. Stewards are called by God to give, and …

As Christians, we must be aware of our lifestyle and spending. Stewardship requires of us that we regularly seek God to determine how much is enough to live on. If we avoid reflecting on our purchasi…

In the United States we are inundated with invitations to spend money. Cars, clothes, and vacations are all gifts from God as He provides for us, His children. However, being a faithful steward means…

Live, Give, Owe, Grow is a general framework from Ron Blue and Kingdom Advisors® which unpacks how people can use money. You can use money on ordinary life expenses, give to others, owe taxes and deb…

Every human is made in the image of God, and He has called us to work with Him to bring about the flourishing of all creation. The unique gifts that God has blessed us with and the experiences in lif…

In a culture of radical individualism, how do we lay down our lives for the good of those around us? What does it look like to love our neighbor as ourselves? Who is my neighbor? In this episode, we …

Every day, we are witnesses to time's progression. Daylight comes and goes; night arrives only to be followed by daylight again. We can look at our watches or clocks and see the hands moving, but in …

You cannot serve two masters. You will either hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. In other words, you cannot serve both God and money. However, i…

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Second Half Stewardship podcast! We believe that God owns it all and our response as Christians is to live generous lives. As former missionaries, we approach …