Theme of the Year · 2026
Biblical stewardship can be understood in four words: Ownership, Responsibility, Accountability and Reward.
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Welcome to our annual theme page. This year, we are diving deep into what it means to live as faithful managers of everything God has entrusted to us.
The Four Pillars
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Ownership
True stewardship begins with the realization that we own nothing. God is the “Possessor of heaven and earth,” and everything we hold in our hands is ultimately His.
Everything exists because He created it for His pleasure.
From the silver and gold to the “cattle on a thousand hills,” it all belongs to Him.
We inhabit a world that remains the Lord’s in its entirety.
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Responsibility
Work was never a curse; it was a divine assignment given in paradise. We have a mandate to manage God’s creation with excellence and care.
Humanity was placed in the garden to “work it” and “keep it,” implying active management and protection.
All honest labour is a sacred calling, and we are encouraged to do it heartily as unto the Lord.
Stewardship requires diligence, as being idle is contrary to the life of a believer.
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Accountability
Ownership belongs to God, but the responsibility belongs to us. Because we are managers, there is an inherent expectation of a final report on our faithfulness.
Every human being must eventually give an account of their life and actions to God.
We must be honest with ourselves and walk with personal integrity to be effective stewards.
We are accountable to our brothers and sisters, a practice that brings healing and growth.
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Reward
God is not a taskmaster; He is a rewarder. When we manage His resources well, He responds with both earthly and eternal blessings.
It is fundamental to God’s character to reward those who diligently seek Him.
For those who remain faithful through trials, a crown of life awaits.
While God provides for us here, the greatest treasure is the Lord Himself. He is our “exceedingly great reward.”
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Preached by Pastor Joshua Obeng
Sunday · 22 March 2026
02 · Responsibility
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