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Show Volume Page 4 1, Issue 11 In November 2008, the New Zion Baptist Church Christian Leadership School presented a Certificate of Progress Program course titled “Christian Stewardship.” The objective of this class was to clarify a student's understanding and expand their knowledge regarding Christian Stewardship. Here are some excerpts from study. Christian Education What is Christian Stewardship? Steward - one who administers something that belongs to another. An agent, a custodian, a manager, a trustee, a representative, a person entrusted with the management of estates or affairs not his own. Ship-any vessel of considerable size navigation deep water; one powered by an engine and larger than a boat; the quality, condition, or state of being; all individual of a specified class, collectively. Stewardship - a person morally responsible for the careful use of money, time, talents, or other resources, especially with respect to the principles or needs of a community or group. Christian Steward - an agent, a custodian, a manager, a trustee, a representative of Christ and the Kingdom of God; one entrusted with the management of estates or affairs belonging to God. Christian Stewardship - all of those who profess to be children of God in the same vessel, for the same common goal, knowing that all belongs to God, to use His resources for the up building of His kingdom, and recognizing that, without Him we are nothing. Lastly, Stewardship of Possessions refers to how one should truly use their treasures. These items have yielded value that is deposited in people, friendships, love, hope, faith, God, church, and the Bible. What Does Christian Stewardship Mean? ... putting the Kingdom of God first (Matthew 6:33); ... putting more religion into business and more business into religion. It means partnership with God in business. ... the dedication of the whole of life and whole of God's resources to the betterment of the whole world; ... that all we have belongs to God and should be used for Him and His kingdom. ... all life is a stewardship; therefore, ... the practice of systematic and proportionate giving of time, ability, and material possessions based on the conviction that these are trusts from God for His service, His benefit of all mankind, His work in that leads to acknowledging Christ's redeeming love. In closing, the prayer from the Christian Education Ministry is for all of God's people to acknowledge the fact that “Stewardship Is a life principle.” This 40-hour lesson concludes the 2008 schedule. Yet, our next course is “History of Christianity’ held January 6 & 8-10, 2009, with each class session as follows: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (3-hours) and Saturday (1-hour). Christian Stewardship: How is it Created? By the work of our salvation, a Christian is Christ-like, who is our ultimate example of Christian Stewardship. One obstacle to creating Christian Stewardship regards the term being equated to money. This is a major shortfall to the characterization Christian Stewardship because it is only a fraction of the responsibility. The life of a Christian involves more than money. If it one is to acknowledge fully the Lordship of Jesus Christ in their life, in turn, being a true believer, then one must enter the pathway of which requires living responsibly. This is a continual building process of what shall be illustrated for living responsibly. Before one can begin to live up to the responsibilities of being a Christian Steward, one must do a self-examination of their beliefs and principles. In most cases, we will find that our life style is not nor has not been lived according to precepts written in the Holy Bible. We will discover that our life has overlooked some areas of responsibilities such as the Stewardship of Influence, which is an emphasis on love and service. Another ignored area in our life is Stewardship of Time. Fortunately or unfortunately, time cannot be hoarded or saved, like the way we handle money, so that it may be used later. New Member Orientation Ministry If you have not yet attended the “New Member Orientation” classes, you are invited to do so. There are eight classes scheduled which begin each Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m. For additional information, please contact Min. Stanley Ellington, Orientation Ministry Director or the church office. Mission Ministry The Mission has begun preparation for the Christmas Holiday to assist those who are in need of a Food Basket, not only in our church but the os community as well. If you would wish to make a monetary contribution, please submit your donation to, member. There is a Christmas box displayed in the eae lk Church vestibule for your food donations or you May Audet: The deadline aA 2 A « > glen — lf vou would like to volunteer to assist in preparing the baskets or have ae a an Pastor Davis encourages all a gek ilficals, | . First Lady Sabrina Davis’ Birthday Celebrations -Sis. Davis would like to express her heartfelt appreciation to ui” | New Zion Church Family for their many expressions of love, kindness and well wishes extended to her for her birthday (November 11"). May God Bible Study sessions | Thanksgiving Food Baskets -- studied during Bible Study, please contact Pastor Davis. ee 6 ee . ae a © — ee | ods ulletin : 5 | . |. 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Le, 7 A | ee is Sunday, December 23'¢. — AA for a basket request your to submit December 21st and they will ready for your pickup on Tuesday, How about Stewardship of Talents, Gifts or Abilities of which is God's gift of grace. These natural talents are made spiritually effective through the presence of the Holy Spirit. Now, let us look at the Stewardship of Finance. In this specific spot one is usually working a tithe. Tithing is an act of worship, and a covenant with God, and a venture in faith. it drop them off at the church office Tuesday — Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and food donations, their time and efforts in making this a great success! Because of your generous support, 50 families (church of need. ; Our next song is “Angels We! To God Be the Glory!! | Have Heard Get High." ba ett | CB CB CECE hi . . | | F |
