![]() If you were chosen to lead a ministry, did you ensure its. Ivan then proceeds to delve into the suffering of innocents make his case against God.Question: Why is the suffering of children the prime example of pointless evil? How does the suffering of children make heaven (eternal harmony) impossible? Use the article Rebellion and/or any of the other materials provided to discuss your answer. Good stewards are always authentic and confident in their actions as a manager of Gods resources. ![]() They are innocent, but still, they are allowed to suffer. ![]() Adults are impossible to love, but "one can love children even up close." Children are not tainted yet with the flaws and hubris of adulthood. They are too flawed, too proud, too annoying, or whatever quality that makes them unworthy of our sympathy, even when (or especially when?) they suffer. ![]() For him, it is precisely those who are near to us that we cannot love. The Lord said, Who then is the faithful and wise steward of the estate, whom his master will put in charge over his household, to give his servants their. In my opinion, it is preĬisely one's neighbors that one cannot possibly love." This is an obvious reference to Jesus commandment, "Love your neighbor as yourself." Ivan disagrees. Stewardship, the wise use of our resources to glorify God, is the final means of grace that we will discuss in our study of five basic practices of Christian. They concern themselves with the distribution of gifts and resources so that all might benefit (Genesis 2:4-9 Matthew 14:13-21, 25:31-46 1 Corinthians 12:12-28 James 2:14-17).Ĭhristian stewards acknowledge that their strength comes from God through whom they can do all things regardless of how many or how few material possessions they have (Philippians 4:11-13 1Timothy 6:6-10).Ĭhristian stewards give whatever is needed and whenever it is needed (Proverbs 11:24-29 Mark 10:17-22 Luke 12:13-21 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Galatians 5:22-23 1 Timothy 6:17-19).Ĭhristian stewards value what has been entrusted to their care and protect and preserve everything as if it were their own, yet acknowledging that the earth and all that is in it belong to God (Psalm 24 Psalm 92:1-4 Luke 16:19-31 Philippians 4:6).Ĭhristian stewards know that the Lord requires justice and kindness and humility, and they follow the two greatest commandments (Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Micah 6:6-8 Mark 12:28-34 Luke 10:29-37 Luke 11:42 1 Corinthians 13:3 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 2 Timothy 1:7 1 Peter 4:8-11).Ĭhristian stewards serve God faithfully, remembering who they are, whose they are, and why they are here on earth (Matthew 6:19-21, 24 Luke 14:25-33).Ĭhristian stewards obey God by setting aside a part of all their income for others (Deuteronomy 14:22-29 Deuteronomy 26:1-18 Malachi 3:6-18 Luke 18:18-30 1 Corinthians 16:1-2).Ĭhristian stewards acknowledge the greatness and goodness of God through prayer, fellowship, study, worship, and reflection (Isaiah 40:28-31 Psalm 145 Jeremiah 29:11-14 John 6:25-40 Romans 12:1-21).Ĭhristian stewards realize that caring for God’s creation and wisely managing resources never ends (Genesis 41:37-45 Numbers 18:25-32 2 Samuel 24:18-25 Matthew 28:16-20).Ĭhristian stewards follow Jesus’ teaching to sacrifice what they have out of gratitude for their many blessings (Mark 12:41-44).Ĭhristian stewards have learned to distribute fairly so that none will be in need (Luke 19:1-10 Acts 4:32-35 Acts 20:34-35).Ĭhristian stewards can be trusted to make wise decisions concerning the resources placed within their care (Matthew 25:14-30 Luke 16:10-13 1 Corinthians 4:1-2).Context: In the opening lines of "Rebellion," Ivan says, "I never could understand how it's possible to love one's neighbors. Christian stewards are caretakers and caregivers. ![]()
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