With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God’s grace was so powerfully at work in them all that there were no needy persons among them. For from time to time those who owned land or houses sold them, brought the money from the sales and put it at the apostles’ feet, and it was distributed to anyone who had need. Acts 4:33-35
“If all of us could have a better understanding of our role as stewards, and be gladly willing to share with others the assets under our management, many problems we face in the world will disappear, and many poor people will get the help they need!”
Roger Lam in this 9-minute video, “Lost and Found Again.” Check out this video by my Chinese friend, fellow author, and brother.
Today is Ash Wednesday and the start of the season of Lent.
There are so many problems in this world. Pastors, ministry workers, and even Pope Francis have proclaimed today as a day of fasting and prayer for Ukraine. Join this movement.
Jesus, have mercy on our world and hear our prayer for peace.
If we want to address the needs around us, it requires the grace of God at work in our lives. And we must play our role, as Roger rightly notes, as stewards who share.
Few in the modern world unmask the deceitfulness of wealth and the importance of generous stewardship as effectively as Lam does. His approach employs the power of testimony.
The same was true in the early church times!
When the apostles testified and proclaimed what was true, God worked in powerful ways. We all have room for continued growth in this as God is so generous in providing for us.
So, let’s soak in truth this Lent. If you’d like my free devotional to go through this season, Lent Companion, click here. Lent is a great time to repent and grow through fasting, confession, and giving.
God help us put to work your assets under our management.
And fill me with your Spirit and love to speak on “Moving Beyond Partnering with Missionaries to Participating in Mission” today at Museum of the Bible in Washington D.C. for your glory. Amen.