What does the way you spend your time and money reveal about what matters most to you? In this episode of Rooted in the Gospel, we continue our series on the spiritual disciplines by exploring biblical stewardship and what it means to faithfully manage the resources God has entrusted to us.

From our daily schedules and screen time to our finances and generosity, Scripture reminds us that we are not the ultimate owners of what we have—we are stewards called to use it for God's glory.

We'll explore biblical principles for stewarding your time wisely, using your days with eternity in mind, giving generously, trusting God's provision, and recognizing when money or distractions begin to take too much control of your heart. Through passages such as Ephesians 5:15–16, Matthew 6:21, and 2 Corinthians 9:7, discover how stewardship becomes an act of worship and an expression of faithful Christian discipleship. This isn't about achieving a perfect schedule or budget, or earning God's favor. It's about asking a deeper question: Lord, how would You have me use what You have entrusted to me?

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Introduction to Biblical Stewardship

01:05 — What Stewardship Really Means: Everything Belongs to God

03:57 — Stewarding Your Time for God's Glory

06:06 — Ten Biblical Reasons to Use Your Time Wisely

09:40 — Living Today With Eternity in Mind

12:09 — Why Time Is Short, Passing, and Uncertain

14:38 — Wasted Time, Accountability, and Moving Forward

19:06 — Examining How You Spend Your Time

21:18 — Stewardship of Money: A Matter of the Heart

23:09 — Everything You Have Belongs to God

25:18 — Giving as Worship: Trust, Generosity, and Cheerfulness

31:33 — What Your Money Reveals About Your Heart

33:18 — Final Challenge: Faithfully Use What God Has Entrusted to You

💬 You don't have to have the perfect schedule, the perfect budget, or a perfectly organized life to be a faithful steward. God is not calling you to squeeze productivity out of every moment or feel guilty about every purchase. He is calling you to recognize that everything you have—including your time, resources, abilities, and opportunities—has been entrusted to you.

Start with what is already in your hands. Examine your calendar, consider where your money is going, and ask the Lord to help you use both wisely. Don't remain trapped in regret over yesterday's wasted time or past financial decisions. You cannot change yesterday, but you can choose faithfulness today.

Your challenge this week: Pray, “Lord, how would You have me use what You have entrusted to me?” Then take one practical step toward greater faithfulness, whether that means being more intentional with your time, putting down your phone, giving generously, or trusting God instead of allowing fear to control your finances.

Remember, the goal is not perfection. It is faithful obedience as you grow to become more like Christ.