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STEWARD

One designated by a master to oversee family, household, or state matters. Responsibilities might include the palace (1 Kgs. 16:9; 2 Kgs. 10:5), business affairs (Matt. 20:8), or the city treasury (Rom. 16:23). The steward might also be responsible for the entire household, as with Joseph’s steward. It is with the steward that Joseph’s brothers cast their fears and in turn receive assurance (Gen. 43:19-25; cf. 44:1; Isa. 22:15). At the wedding feast at Cana, it is the steward who tastes the water turned into wine by Jesus (John 2:8-9).

The Apostle Paul refer to bishops and elders as stewards of God. They are responsible to live lives that reflect this relationship with God. An elder or bishop is not to be arrogant, quick-tempered, violent, greedy, or an alcoholic, but rather must be hospitable, a lover of goodness, be prudent, upright, have self-control, and be devout (Titus 1:5-9). In general, every Christian is a steward, entrusted with gifts from God (1 Pet. 4:10). The parable of the talents spells out in detail the importance of investing well the gifts received from God; those who do not invest their gifts well, will lose them (Matt. 25:14-30).

Metaphorically, the steward is responsible for the mysteries of God (1 Cor. 4:1). It is expected that every steward will be trustworthy (1 Cor. 4:2). One is blessed for being a faithful steward, while unfaithfulness results in judgment (Luke 12:42-44).

Hemchand Gossai

Prayer Tents Bible References - Prayer Tents

STEWARD

Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible (2000)