Trinity 9. Faithful Stewardship

Today, the Holy Spirit places before our eyes our Savior Jesus Christ, presenting him as the good and faithful steward of his heavenly Father's possessions. Jesus orders and orients everything rightly for our good, using them to gain us forever.

Consider our Lord: He left the glory of his heavenly throne to become man for us, endured all human experiences, performed miracles, and ultimately went to the cross. He laid down everything for us, and God has given him all authority in heaven and on earth, proving it by raising him from the dead.

Jesus calls us to repent, leave our idolatry, and believe in him for the forgiveness of our sins. By faith, God imputes Jesus' righteousness to us, giving us a new identity as Christians. We are called to manage our talents, time, and treasures faithfully, not for selfish gain, but for the glory of God and the benefit of our neighbor.

We are entrusted with the care of our families, support of our church, and love of our community. This involves providing for physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, participating in worship, and engaging in acts of kindness, generosity, hospitality, and service.

Jesus, our ultimate steward, assures us that he is always with us, empowering us through his spirit to fulfill our callings. Let us strive to be faithful stewards, reflecting his love and grace in all that we do, until the day we hear his voice welcoming us into our eternal dwellings.

And the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, keep and guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.