The Wise Steward

The sermon centers on the biblical principle of stewardship, emphasizing that every believer is accountable to God for how they manage the time, talents, treasures, and opportunities entrusted to them. Drawing from the parable of the unjust steward in Luke 16 and the parable of the talents in Matthew 25, it underscores that while the steward's dishonesty was not commended, his foresight and proactive planning in securing his future reflect a vital lesson: all believers must prepare for a day of reckoning when they will give an account of their stewardship. The message calls for a shift from attitudes of entitlement, hoarding, or fear-driven inaction to one of gratitude, generosity, and faithful investment in God's purposes, highlighting that true stewardship is marked by diligence, initiative, and a heart that sees all things as belonging to God. Ultimately, the sermon encourages believers to set achievable goals in 2026, not for personal gain, but to honor God, knowing that faithfulness in small things leads to greater rewards, recognition, and joy in God's presence.