"Herod Will Seek the Young Child to Destroy Him"

Fr. Matthias Shehad reflects on the Gospel account of King Herod seeking to destroy the Christ Child and uses this event to explain the Christian understanding of stewardship. Fr. Matthias examines how Herod’s fear of losing power reveals a failure to recognize that authority, leadership, and influence are entrusted by God for a time and are not owned permanently. Fr. Matthias defines stewardship as managing what God has given according to His will, applying this principle to leadership, work, family life, church service, and personal conduct. He explores biblical examples of unfaithful stewardship, including abuse of authority, desire for control, self-indulgence, greed, self-glorification, and resentment toward God. Fr. Matthias concludes by calling believers to live as faithful stewards who serve God rather than self, use their gifts responsibly, act with integrity whether seen or unseen, and remain ready to give an account when the true Master returns.