Christian Management
“Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord. And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all. But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal.”--1 Corinthians 12:4-7.
The Divine Purpose
The notion of management, as introduced by the Bible, centers on the concept of stewardship.
Central is the steward, the manager of the household, the one entrusted to administer the master's property, obviously with the idea of effectivenessin mind. In Gen 1:26 and 2:15
"A steward identifies himself with his master. His master's interests become his. He has accepted the responsibilities of a steward and he must act in the master's stead doing as the master would do if he were presiding over his own goods. The position is one of dignity in that his master trusts him." ( Read More ) ----->
In Jesus' parable of servants who were entrusted with talents (Matt 25:14-30), the following thoughts on stewardship emerge:
A. God expects a return of the capital with growth, ie. Development.
B. Each steward has his own work.
C. The capital (talent, gift, responsibility) is loaned to the steward for development - it is not his property.
D. The steward is accountable - he has to give a report.
E. After giving an account, the steward is rewarded or punished.
F The reward or punish is based on his attitude not the result.
G. The steward is expected to be proactive and innovative.
H. The steward must maintain a balanced view of all factors.
The Christian steward has received a tremendous honor (been appointed by God). Yet this authority must be carried and displayed with a large measure of humility, as the steward is but a servant. Stewardship "balances authority with servanthood".
“Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord. And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all. But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal.”--1 Corinthians 12:4-7.
The Divine Purpose
The notion of management, as introduced by the Bible, centers on the concept of stewardship.
Central is the steward, the manager of the household, the one entrusted to administer the master's property, obviously with the idea of effectivenessin mind. In Gen 1:26 and 2:15
"A steward identifies himself with his master. His master's interests become his. He has accepted the responsibilities of a steward and he must act in the master's stead doing as the master would do if he were presiding over his own goods. The position is one of dignity in that his master trusts him." ( Read More ) ----->
In Jesus' parable of servants who were entrusted with talents (Matt 25:14-30), the following thoughts on stewardship emerge:
A. God expects a return of the capital with growth, ie. Development.
B. Each steward has his own work.
C. The capital (talent, gift, responsibility) is loaned to the steward for development - it is not his property.
D. The steward is accountable - he has to give a report.
E. After giving an account, the steward is rewarded or punished.
F The reward or punish is based on his attitude not the result.
G. The steward is expected to be proactive and innovative.
H. The steward must maintain a balanced view of all factors.
The Christian steward has received a tremendous honor (been appointed by God). Yet this authority must be carried and displayed with a large measure of humility, as the steward is but a servant. Stewardship "balances authority with servanthood".