August 6, 2026
Faithful Stewardship - Part 4
Luke 16:11-12
08/06/2026
11 If then you have not been faithful in the
unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the
true riches?
12 And if you have not been faithful in that which is
another's, who will give you that which is your
own? (ESV)
The things of this world are temporary. Nothing lasts
forever, not even the earth and sky. How we use the things of
this world shows how we approach the eternal gifts of God.
Jesus asked His followers:
If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous
wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches? And
if you have not been faithful in that which is
another's, who will give you that which is your own?
Because we desire to seek first the kingdom of God and His
righteousness, we prayed:
Let Your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers
of Your humble servants; and that they may obtain their
petitions, make them to ask such things as shall please
You.
Often we are selfish in our use of our time, talents, and
treasure because we are afraid of the future. As we seek to
fear, love, and trust in God above all things, we come to know
that even when we are dealt a devastating blow such as a personal
disaster, He is with us and will care for us.
Thus, as we can so do, we give of our time to help others by
volunteering at the Hospice, or in coaching little league, or
serving at church or in the community. We use our talents, not
for our own enjoyment, but to bring joy and comfort to others.
We visit the sick, we provide meals for those who are in trouble,
we hold the hands of those who mourn.
May our Lord grant us the wisdom to recognize the
opportunities to serve Him by serving our neighbor. Amen.