Barnabas – A Model
for Holistic Stewardship
by the Rev. C.K. Robertson, Ph.D.
“It is safe to say that without
Barnabas,” writes Chuck Robertson, “we would never have known the Apostle Paul.”
While often a forgotten hero, “Joseph, the Levite from Cyprus, forever remembered
by the name given to him by the apostles, Barnabas (Acts 4:36), calls for our
attention.”
Whether you want to get serious about the 2020
initiative (a.k.a. evangelism) or broaden the
understanding of stewardship beyond the annual
pledge drive in your congregation, you’ll want
to know what is revealed in our new resources.
The life of Barnabas offers a model for holistic
stewardship, holistic because Barnabas’ story
doesn’t end with his generous offering of the
proceeds from the sale of his land. Barnabas
also models gracious welcoming of the stranger,
seeking out of more workers, searching for
God’s direction, undertaking a supporting role,
challenging the status quo, and erring on the
side of mercy.
The conveniently-sized 14-page Barnabas – A
Model for Holistic Stewardship is an outstanding
resource for small or large group study as well
as individual reflection. Coordinated bookmarks
provide a list of points for discussion of each
part of the Barnabas story with scripture
references. Either or both pieces can be mailed
in a #10 envelope.
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