“Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.  Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.” 1 Corinthians 4:1-2  (KJB)

Now let not anyone begin to think that this post is about money.  It is not.  It is about stewardship – taking care of things in our possession which belong to someone else.  In this case the apostle is speaking of the ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

It is, however, an instruction for every Christian.  We have been given the greatest message the world has ever heard, it is the greatest need of this world, and is the greatest responsibility given to the Christian.  To be faithful in our lives, in living, in giving of ourselves, and in the gospel’s proclamation.

Let me share with the thoughts from the Geneva Bible translation notes:

“Let (1) a (a) man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.

(1) He concludes the duty of the hearers towards their ministers: that they do not esteem them as lords. Yet nonetheless they are to give ear to them, as to those that are sent from Christ. Sent I say to this end and purpose, that they may receive as it were at their hands the treasure of salvation which is drawn out of the secrets of God.

(a) Every man.” ..

“2) Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.

(2) Last of all, he warns the ministers that they also do not behave themselves as lords, but as faithful servants, because they must render an account of their stewardship to God.”
Geneva Bible Translation notes on verses 1 and 2

This stewardship is my calling to be faithful in the Scripture, living it, proclaiming it, fighting for it when necessary even unto death if need arises.  So it is with every preacher of the gospel.  It is the calling of every Christian as well to be a faithful steward.

What you have in your possession is not your own.  It is God’s.  So use it wisely.  Tend it wisely.  Share it wisely.