Why Am I Here?
We were created to “Manage God’s Resources”
Main Passage: Matthew 25:14–30
Theme: Stewardship, Responsibility, and Kingdom Accountability
🔑 Stewardship
Definition: Stewardship is the management and care of something that belongs to someone else.
Explanation:
In the Kingdom of God, stewardship means faithfully managing everything God has entrusted to us—our time, talents, resources, relationships, and influence. We are not owners; we are caretakers who are expected to multiply and use what He’s given us for His glory and the good of others.
📖 “It is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.” – 1 Corinthians 4:2
🧭 Responsibility
Definition: Responsibility is the duty to take ownership of one’s role, actions, and assignments.
Explanation:
God expects each believer to recognize and carry out their unique Kingdom assignments. Responsibility includes showing up, being consistent, and being dependable. It’s not about doing everything, but doing your part faithfully and wholeheartedly.
📖 “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord.” – Colossians 3:23
🕊️ Kingdom Accountability
Definition: Kingdom accountability is being answerable to God and others for how we live, serve, and steward our gifts in alignment with God’s purpose.
Explanation:
We will all stand before God to give an account of our lives (Romans 14:12). Accountability in the Kingdom also involves submitting to spiritual leadership, receiving correction, and walking in community with others who help us stay on course. It’s not about punishment—it’s about growth, alignment, and fruitfulness.
📖 “So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.” – Romans 14:12
🗓️ WEEK 1: “What Have You Been Given?”
Scripture Focus: Matthew 25:14–18
Main Teaching:
-
Every believer has received something from God—time, talent, treasure (affluence = riches/wealth), influence (power because of who you are).
-
God gives according to ability to handle it, not favoritism but fair.
-
Ability to handle more is cultivated through personal development (character; morals, ethics, people skills, management skills, financial responsibility, emotional stability, discipline)
Self-Evaluation Questions:
-
What resources, gifts, or opportunities has God placed in my hands?
📖 1 Peter 4:10 -
Do I know what I’ve been assigned to steward for the Kingdom?
📖 Romans 12:6–8 -
Am I comparing my gifts with others instead of appreciating my assignment?
📖 Galatians 6:4 (Example: A football team)
🗓️ WEEK 2: “Faithfulness in the Little”
Scripture Focus: Matthew 25:19–21
Main Teaching:
-
God expects fruit, not just effort.
-
Increase comes through intentional stewardship.
Self-Evaluation Questions:
-
Would God call me faithful based on how I handle what I’ve received?
📖 Luke 16:10
🗓️ WEEK 3: “Overcoming the Spirit of Fear”
Scripture Focus: Matthew 25:24–27
Main Teaching:
-
Fear is often disguised as caution, but it can become disobedience.
Self-Evaluation Questions:
-
What are the fears or excuses that have kept me from stepping out in obedience?
📖 2 Timothy 1:7
🗓️ WEEK 4: “From Accountability to Advancement”
Scripture Focus: Matthew 25:28–30
Main Teaching:
-
There are consequences for neglect—and promotion for faithfulness.
-
God looks for increase, not idleness.
Self-Evaluation Questions:
-
How do I handle correction or accountability from God or others?
📖 Hebrews 12:11 -
Do I desire promotion in the Kingdom without the weight of responsibility?
📖 Luke 12:48