Lord Jesus,
You came to show us that the meaning of life consists in giving.
You told us that those who cling too tightly to what they have, without thought of You or others, end up losing everything.
You offered us new values by which to measure the worth of a person’s life.
Help us to realize it is not temporal success, or riches, or fame that gives life meaning. Rather, it is the service rendered to You and others that brings fulfillment and makes our lives worthwhile.
May all our service help build the kingdom of God, and may our obedience bring true freedom, our generosity increase love, our sacrifices bear much fruit, and our death lead to eternal life.
Amen.
Thomas P. Scholler, “Stewardship Prayer for Generosity” in Called by Christ, Gifted by the Spirit: An Invitation to Christian Stewardship. 2nd edition. Archdiocese of Detroit.