I am encouraged by the mix of responses and diversity of opinions that have been received since the publication of my article on the Prosperity Gospel in Africa. I have often pointed to the empowering nature of aspects ofRead more…
Introducing The Prosperity Gospel Debate
Since the 1980s, the Prosperity Gospel has become one of the doctrinal emphases of contemporary Christianity. Although it is found widely in some continents and countries, however, is often associated with leaders and preachers associated with the Pentecostal and CharismaticRead more…
Foundations of Life Stewardship (101 Series)
Jay Link shares about the foundations for stewardship in ’The Foundations of Life Stewardship (101 Series)’ series. The lessons include: Lesson #1 – The Concept of Stewardship: “What is My Relationship to my Stuff?“Lesson #2 – The Steward’s Focus: “TheRead more…
Transforming the economies of Africa
Statistics show that +/- 81% of the South African population is Christian; with 56% of the population attending church at least once a week. If this is so – why is South Africa not reflecting a Christian culture in everyRead more…
Reconsider: Poverty
Sign up through the given website (http://mpfiles.net/reconsider-poverty/) and receive a link to download a free copy of Reconsider: Poverty derived from When Helping Hurts and the Small Group Experience. Written by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert, this is a book that every Christian leader should read.
Theology That Works: Making Disciples Who Practice Fruitful Work and Economic Wisdom in Modern America
“Theology That Works,” ’Theology that Works’ is a 60-page manifesto on discipleship and economic work written by Greg Forster and published by the Oikonomia Network (http://oikonomianetwork.org/). It includes a flowchart diagram that shows the overall interconnectedness of stewardship and economics. The flowchart andRead more…
Materialism Blinds Our Eyes with Earthly Treasures: Look Up
This sermon from John Barnett of Calvary Bible Church demonstrates the dangers of materialism and the benefits of being rich toward Christ.
Who’s In Charge Here? Beginning Your Life Stewardship Journey
E.G. “Jay” Link’s latest book ‘Who’s In Charge Here? Beginning Your Life Stewardship Journey’ is now available. The pdf and Kindle versions of the book are posted on the Stewardship Ministries website www.stewardshipministries.org/resources/books/. The pdf and Kindle versions are freeRead more…
The Money Revolution
The Money Revolution helps Christians apply Christian principles to handling their money. Whether we are comfortable, broke, or somewhere in between, we all have questions about money. The Money Revolution offers a distinctively Christian slant on issues such as: EthicalRead more…
Biblical Principles of Financial Giving
This Bible study outline from Xenos Christian Fellowship in the US explores how to cultivate a godly manner of dealing with our money and material possessions. The Bible describes this as a habit of consistent, sacrificial financial giving to God’sRead more…