LESSON 15 – STEWARDSHIP, FAITHFULNESS, AND KINGDOM LIVING
Theme: Living for God’s Kingdom
Core Scripture: Matthew 25:21
Additional Scriptures: Luke 16:10–11; 1 Corinthians 4:2; Romans 12:1; Colossians 3:23–24
Lesson Objective
By the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:
Key Concepts
Stewardship
Managing what God has entrusted to us, including time, talents, finances, and opportunities.
Faithfulness
Consistent obedience, reliability, and diligence in all areas of life.
Kingdom Living
Living for God’s purposes, aligning decisions, actions, and priorities with His will.
Accountability
Acknowledging responsibility to God for the use of life, resources, and gifts.
Sacrifice
Offering our lives fully to God, putting His purposes above personal desires.
Teaching Notes
God Owns Everything
Psalm 24:1 reminds us that the earth and everything in it belongs to the Lord. Disciples are managers, not owners, of God’s resources.
Faithfulness Matters to God
Luke 16:10 shows that faithfulness in small responsibilities leads to greater trust. God measures our success by faithfulness, not prominence or recognition.
The Reward of Faithful Stewardship
Matthew 25:21 records, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” God honors those who faithfully steward what He has given.
Offering Our Lives to God
Romans 12:1 calls believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices. Kingdom living requires surrendering every part of life to God’s service.
Serving with the Right Heart
Colossians 3:23–24 teaches that work and service should be done as unto the Lord, motivated by love, not obligation.
Practical Application
Evaluate how you use time, money, and gifts.
Identify one area to grow in faithfulness.
Make decisions based on Kingdom values.
Serve God joyfully in daily life.
Reflection & Discussion Questions
Action Steps
Leadership / Mentor Notes
Teach stewardship holistically, covering time, talents, finances, and influence.
Model faithfulness and integrity consistently.
Encourage generosity, service, and sacrificial living.
Help learners align personal goals with God’s Kingdom priorities.
Memory Verse
1 Corinthians 4:2 – “It is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.”
