The Call to Faithful Stewardship
Today’s Gospel (Luke 16:1–13) brings us face-to-face with one of the more puzzling parables of Jesus: the story of the dishonest steward. At first glance, it almost seems contradictory that Jesus would lift up such a figure. But as our pastor reminded us, the Lord is not praising the man’s dishonesty—He is praising his prudence, his ability to think ahead, act decisively, and secure his future.
This insight is at the very core of discipleship. Jesus challenges us, His followers, to have the same urgency, foresight, and decisiveness in how we use what God has entrusted to us—not for selfish gain, but for righteousness, justice, and love.
God’s Gifts in Our Hands
Each of us is a steward. We may not hold official titles or manage accounts, but God has entrusted us with much:
The gift of life and time—our days are opportunities to love, serve, and grow.
Talents and abilities—our work, creativity, and skills are meant to bless others.
Our health and material resources—whether great or small, they are entrusted to us to be used wisely.
The question this Gospel presses upon us is this: How prudent are we with what God has placed in our hands?
Prudent stewardship means moderation—never letting wealth or possessions enslave us or make us forget the Giver of all gifts. It also means generosity—sharing with those in need, lifting up the poor, and supporting the mission of the Church.
Investing for Eternity
Our pastor beautifully pointed out that when we give our time in service, our talents in ministry, our compassion in listening, and our resources in charity, we are making spiritual investments. These earthly blessings become eternal treasures.
Jesus reminds us plainly: “You cannot serve both God and mammon.” If wealth, talents, or status become our masters, they will pull us away from God. But when we see them as tools for love and service, they draw us deeper into His Kingdom.
Just as the steward looked to the future and made a plan, we too are called to act now—to plan wisely, but with integrity and faith. Every day is a new opportunity to store up treasures in heaven by building relationships with God and neighbor.
A Prayerful Challenge
May today’s Gospel invite us to pause and examine:
Are we generous stewards, or careless ones?
Do we see our blessings as God’s gifts, meant to flow outward in service and love?
When our earthly stewardship ends, will we be welcomed into the eternal dwelling by the One who entrusted us with all things?
The dishonest steward secured a future for himself with urgency and cunning. We, as disciples, are called to secure our eternal future through faith, generosity, and love.
Let us resolve this week to use our time, talents, health, and resources in ways that reflect God’s glory and the good of others. When we live with this spirit of stewardship, the ordinary is transformed into the eternal.
🙏 Lord, teach us to be wise and generous stewards of all You have entrusted to us. May we never cling to wealth as our master, but use it to love, serve, and glorify You. Amen.