Embracing Stewardship: Ready or Not
Episode Overview
Stewardship begins with responding in faith, not waiting until you're ready. Fear and insecurity are major obstacles to fulfilling your purpose. God calls us based on His presence, not our capacity. Identify the gifts you already have and start using them. Stewardship is about managing what God has entrusted to you.
"Fear doesn't keep us safe. It keeps us stuck."
Ever wondered what it takes to truly embrace responsibility, even when you're not quite feeling ready? This episode of The REBOOT Recovery Show, hosted by Evan Owens, tackles the often daunting topic of stewardship. Through the lens of Gideon's story, listeners are reminded that God's call to action is not about our qualifications but about responding with faith to what He has already placed in our hands.
Evan shares how stewardship isn't just a financial term but a core value at REBOOT Recovery, encompassing everything from time and gifts to influence and finances. Evan's discussion reveals how fear and insecurity can be the biggest barriers to stepping into one's purpose. He draws parallels between Gideon's initial reluctance and our own hesitations, highlighting that God speaks identity before action. This episode encourages you to stop hiding and start responding, using what's already in your possession.
Evan's engaging narrative is peppered with light-hearted anecdotes and thought-provoking questions, making you reflect on your own gifts and how they might be going unused. If you've ever felt underqualified or overlooked, this episode is a gentle reminder that stewardship begins not when you feel ready, but when you decide to show up faithfully. So, what gifts are you ready to steward today?