Stewardship is more than managing money; it’s about recognizing that everything you are and everything you have belongs to God. Your life, time, relationships, and even your emotions are divine trusts, not personal possessions. Psalm 24:1 reminds us, “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.” When you understand this truth as a youth, it changes how you make choices, treat people, and handle opportunities.
In dating and relationships, stewardship means honoring God with your heart and choices. You don’t date to fill loneliness; you date to reflect purpose. Your emotions should be guided by wisdom, not impulse. When you see your partner as someone God trusts you to treat with dignity, purity, and patience, your approach changes. You begin to love responsibly and communicate with respect, knowing you’ll give an account for how you handle another person’s heart.
For singles, stewardship includes how you use your time and gifts while waiting. Every season is preparation for the next. Learning, serving, and growing in character are part of faithful stewardship. Don’t waste your single years chasing validation—invest them in becoming who God designed you to be. As Luke 16:10 says, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”
Self-Assessment:
– Do I see my life and relationships as something I must manage for God or control for myself?
– Am I honoring God with how I handle emotions, dating, and friendships?
– How am I using my time and resources in this season to build purpose and maturity?
Prince Victor Matthew
Hope Expression Values You
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