Designed to nurture the spiritual discipline of giving, Theology of Stewardship and Biblical Generosity may be used in a variety of Christian education settings or in conjunction with an annual stewardship emphasis. The resource is ecumenical and may be used for self study or with groups.
Theology of Stewardship and Biblical Generosity
$45.00 – $55.00
Product Description
Presenters
Dr. Ann A. Michel, associate director of the Lewis Center
Dr. David McAllister-Wilson, president of Wesley Theological Seminary
Video Presentations
Stewardship 101 (8:15 min)
Dr. Ann A. Michel
This segment introduces the biblical concept of stewardship as the foundation of a Christian understanding of money, possessions, and generosity. It features a video presentation and includes discussion questions and a Bible study handout. Stewardship 101 is ideal for stewardship education, leader training, or basic Christian education.
What the Bible Teaches about Giving (12:17 min)
Dr. Ann A. Michel
This segment focuses on tithing and biblical standards of giving. A video addresses what the Bible teaches about why we should give, how we should give, and how much we should give. What the Bible Teaches about Giving may be viewed in a single session or spread over three sessions to facilitate discussion. The resource also includes a 17-page study and devotion guide suitable for individual use or group discussion.
A Christian Understanding of Money, Possessions, and Generosity (31:29 min)
Dr. Ann A. Michel
This segment includes a video with eight segments addressing beliefs central to the Christian economic worldview. The entire video may be viewed in a single session or spread over three or four shorter sessions to facilitate discussion. A Christian Understanding of Money, Possessions, and Generosity also includes a presentation guide and discussion questions.
Biblical Generosity (11:30 min)
Dr. Ann A. Michel
This segment includes a video focused on key biblical texts related to generosity. It explores generosity as an inherent attribute in the relationship between God and humankind, a core expression of Christian discipleship, and a vehicle God uses to bring forth the Kingdom. Biblical Generosity also includes a study and devotion guide with seven brief Bible study exercises for individual study or group discussion.
Faith and Generosity (14:18 min)
Dr. David McAllister-Wilson
This video outlines the next faithful steps toward strengthening the relationship between faith and generosity by worshiping God as the source of blessings, striving to be Christ-like, and seeking the Kingdom of God.
- Instructional Segments
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Stewardship 101
- Video Presentation (8:15 min), Dr. Ann A. Michel, associate director of the Lewis Center
- Discussion Questions
- Bible Study Handout
- Transcript
What the Bible Teaches about Giving
- Video Presentation (12:17 min), Dr. Ann A. Michel
- A Study and Devotional Guide
A Christian Understanding of Money, Possessions, and Generosity
- Video Presentation (31:29 min), Dr. Ann A. Michel
- Discussion Questions
- Suggestions for Using with Groups
Biblical Generosity
- Video Presentation (11:30 min), Dr. Ann A. Michel
- A Study and Devotional Guide
Faith and Generosity
- Video Presentation (14:18 min), Dr. David McAllister-Wilson, president of Wesley Theological Seminary
