Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
For our stewardship emphasis in 2026, we are focusing on the theme “Do’s and Don’ts of Biblical Stewardship.” The largest section of Jesus’ teaching comes from Matthew chapter 5,6, and 7. If you own a read letter version of the Bible, it is even easier to find. Flip through the New Testament to where almost all of the words spoken by Jesus are printed in red letters and you will more than likely stop some place in the Sermon on the Mount. It is in this section of Scripture that we have teachings, like the Beatitudes, the Lord’s Prayer, the importance of building our lives on the rock solid foundation of Jesus’ promises. In a world full of darkness, it is helpful to examine it through the light of God’s Word and the promises of Christ.
For three weeks in September (9/13, 9/20, 9/27) we will be walking through Jesus teaching His disciples about Biblical Stewardship in Matthew chapter 6. 9/13/26 Matthew 6:1-4 “Don’t Boast While Giving” As Jesus said, “do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” We give to others, because God has given us daily bread and since He provides for us, we might be part of the means of helping our neighbor during a lean part in their lives. God is ultimate example of generosity and sacrificial giving, and by following in His footsteps, we can learn to be generous with the blessings God has entrusted to us.
9/20/26 Matthew 6:19-24 “Don’t Hoard Things in Life” In a world always trying to ring up the next sale, it is easy for us fall into a trap of consumerism. The Bible teaches us that God is the Creator, and all of creation is truly His. He entrusts us to manage the blessings that He gives to us, that is what stewardship is all about. Showing us how we can honor God with our gifts, talents and time.
9/27/26 Matthew 6:25-34 “Don’t Be Anxious About Tomorrow” also Pledge Sunday. Jesus reminds us with one question: “25 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?” (Matt. 6:25) God provides for us and all of His creatures in the world. We are reminded to find contentment in Christ and trust in His loving provision for this life and for all eternity. On Sept. 27th we will have time to bring our Time and Talent Sheets and our Financial Pledge Cards forward in worship. After worship there will be a church wide potluck in the Fellowship Hall. Come join us as we celebrate the teachings and promises of Christ that He spoke on the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew chapter 6.
We hope and pray that our stewardship emphasis is a blessing to you and your loved ones. We thank you for your prayers that have helped make this an enriching time for our members as we grow by God’s grace to be even more faithful as His disciples and stewards.
In His Grip,
Pastor Ryan Honeycutt
