We know how St Paul traveled all around the Middle East, Greece and Italy, preaching Jesus Christ. He described his work to the Colossians simply as being a minister in accordance with the stewardship God gave to him. God gave him the knowledge, wisdom, boldness, and fortitude to do that. Paul took ownership of the gifts God gave him. He stewarded those gifts using them to transform the world. What are you steward of?
God gives us gifts, too. He gives each of us unique talents and abilities, strengths and weaknesses, likes, drives, desires – everything. Everything we have is because God blesses us with His gifts. Like St. Paul, as stewards, we are accountable to God to receive these gifts gratefully, develop them as best we can, and use them in ways that build His kingdom.
What gifts and blessings does God give to you? How do you steward them? How do you use them and return them with increase to the Lord? One of the best ways is by engaging in the Works of Mercy. We read about those in Mt. 25:35-39 – feeding, clothing, and serving the poor. Using our talents and gifts this way is how we show our love for God and for our neighbor. This is how we give Him thanks and praise for all the blessings He gives to us. This is how we transform our world.
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