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Vol-14 No 2 - This special 2010 General Conference Session issue of the Dynamic Steward is spotlighting each of our world divisions as each division stewardship director shares his own unique contribution. Thus, portraying the significance of serving alongside one another in His service around the world.

Vol-14 No 1 - This issue of the Dynamic Steward encourages further attention to the attribute of faithfulness in the life of the disciple and steward.

Vol-13 No 4 - There is high interest in global environmental issues today and a wide spectrum of views. This issue encourages you to reflect on stewardship from the perspective of earth care.

Vol-13 No 3 - This issue of the Dynamic Steward has been created to afford you updated, foundational tools for your own self-leadership as we must begin to lead and practice faithful biblical financial stewardship ourselves before we are able to teach others and have influence by modeling and mentoring.

Vol-13 No 2 - This issue draws our attention to the initiative "Follow the Bible," and living an exemplary life of revival.

Vol-13 No 1 - The theme of this issue is Small Groups. If you are a novice to the process of small groups you will find the resource Community that is Christian an excellent guidebook. However, if you have already implemented small groups and have experienced them somewhat fizzling out, then ReGroup is what is called for. Best Small-Group Ideas is applicable at all stages of small groups.

Vol-12 No 4 - This year-end issue of Dynamic Steward celebrates and presents the winners and honorable mentions that have resulted from our Sacred Eloquence Preachers and Writers Contest.

Vol-12 No 3 - This issue provides resources for the family and family finances for youngsters, teens, and young adults in addition to this quarters journal offerings.

Vol-12 No 2 - This issue considers the stewardship of time. With this in view, the editor shares a reflective prayer on time.

Vol-12 No 1 - The beginning of a new year is an ideal time to pause and reflect on the basics. This issue of Dynamic Steward will bring together three themes in this processChristianity, call, and ministry.

Vol-11 No 4 - We have been listening to your surveys and have heard you express the ideas, topics, and resources that would be the most helpful for your field and stewardship ministry. This issue is highlighting Lifestyle and Finances.

Vol-11 No 3 - The focus of this issue is on prayer. When I reflect on prayer the words of the first hymn that I learned to play always come to mind: What a Friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry Everything to God in prayer!

Vol-11 No 2 - An invitation is extended to embrace the challenges of discipleship experiencing within our daily lives the self-replicating process of discipleship that transcends programs and methods for a shared interconnected life and authentic transformation in the making of disciples that reflect the Master.

Vol-11 No 1 - Stewardship is a most important element in worship, beyond that of financial giving as most of us think. We discover the joy of giving when we discover that stewardship is everything we do from the moment we confess Jesus Christ as Lord.

Vol-10 No 4 - If we have learned anything from Jesus, we know that His service was an inside job. We cannot put on true servanthood; it must come from the heart. He lived His declaration, I have not come to be served, but to serve (Mt 20:28). And as His friends, asks us to join Him in that life.

Vol-10 No 3 - Growing up is natural. If it does not happen, it is disturbing. Growing up in Christ is much the same. It is not normal for a long-time Christian to show signs of spiritual infancy. The author explores how we can grow up in Christ and serve Gods Church as spiritual parents.

Vol-10 No 2 - Far too many Christians have that nagging feeling of dissatisfaction and lack of contentment. What is Gods plan for His children in this arena? There is help for all who long to find true contentment in Him.

Vol-10 No 1 - A friend of Dynamic Steward shares from his class reunion experience, reminding us that just as Jesus Christ continues to be our Lord in retirement, we too may continue to be His disciples and partners in stewardship.

Vol 9 No 4 - How we spend or save our money each day does make a difference in our future savings and that difference can be astonishing!

Vol 9 No 3 - You cannot be a disciple without becoming a steward. And you cant be a steward without first being a disciple. But the good news is that, in either case, Jesus is our Mentor and Partner.

Vol 9 No 2 - There is no place we decry manipulation and lack of integrity more than in the Church of Jesus Christ. But it happens. How can we determine to travel the high road of integrity?

Vol 9 No 1 - This editorial focuses on overcoming fear one might have in sharing a message of hope and healing with a friend or relative. Often such fears are unfounded and the friend in pain receives the news with an open heart.

Vol 8 No 4 - What is it that makes our small or large offerings of inestimable value to God? And further, what is it that gives significance to even the simplest of offerings? The editor of Dynamic Steward ponders these vital questions and gets to the heart of the matter!

Vol 8 No 3 - How can we understand and internalize what it means to follow Christ as Lord of our lives? Look with this editor to Philippians 3 and 4 to find some meaningful answers.

Vol 8 No 2 - Do we live in a throwaway society? Taking a look at some eco-friendly ways of the past and issues we face in todays environment, the author appeals to readers to view Gods creation from His perspective.

Vol 8 no 1 - Gibbie, a character from classic author, George MacDonald, shared from his heartgiving wisely to the lovely and unloving alike. This editorial challenges us to share as Christ shared and describes how people filled with the Spirit act.

Vol 7 no 4 - What can happen when God speaks and we answer the challenge? Read to find out how one womans life completely changed by doing just that. We too may respond in the same joyful way!

Vol 7 no 3 - What might have happened if the prodigal son had done something different with the inheritance his prodigal father gave him? We might say he did the worst thing he could dosquander his wealth in wild living (Lk 15). But another close rival of worsts would be to tear down his barns and build bigger ones just to hoard all of his stuff (Lk 12).

Vol 7 No 2 - Have you ever wondered how the praise you express affects individuals close to you? The author poses this question and summarizes the contents of the journal as we relate to the important topic of praise in our daily lives.

Vol 7 No 1 - God calls us to be stewards of our relationships. The author points out that intentionally seeking out new relationships is soil for growth.

Vol 6 No 4 - Are you happy at your work? The author talks about changes you can make in the workplace to find fulfillment on the jobbeginning with a positive attitude and your own mission statement.

Vol 6 No 3 - No matter the arenawhen youve worked hard, it is easy to believe that the gifts are yours. Whatever our circumstances or background, we all must learn the important spiritual lesson of stewardship: every gift is from above.

Vol 6 No 2 - When all else fails and we are at the end of our tether, sometimes the only words we need to hear and take into our hearts are, Give me Jesus. The good new is that we have the good news all of the time.

Vol 6 No 1 - Do you long for a fresh beginning? A new mind? The author found just that! This stressful experience may very well be yoursbut its grace-filled outcome can be yours as well!

Vol 5 No 4 - Simplicity cannot exist without discipline. If I want to begin with a slow, uncomplicated morning, I cannot stay up late and mistreat my body. . .

Vol 5 No 3 - Investing oneself in another child of God--without strings--brings dividends untold.

Vol 5 No 2 - Gifts that are given from one heart to another, to meet the deepest needs of another, are the kinds of gifts God gives to his children. Yet, He does not give these gifts for us alone, but to share unstintingly with those around us.

Vol 5 No 1 - If we will allow Him, God will take all of the quilt-like pieces of our lives and stitches them together into a meaningful whole.

Vol 4 No 4 - Excerpts from Calvin Millers Into the Depths of God that makes real the relationship between sacrifice, stewardship, and worship.

Vol 4 No 3 - The evil and danger of greed are exposed through the use of a story from Indian mythology.

Vol 4 No 2 - Discipleship is not about traveling alone. It is about being in the company of others in the faith. It is about trekking the trail that Jesus marked for us with His blood.

Vol 4 No 1 - When life lacks appreciation and rewards, wrap your heart in the grace of God, and youll forever find joy, abundant joy--a joy that makes it all worthwhile.

Vol 3 No 4 - A comparison of the ostentatious, exaggerated giving methods of Jesus days to those of today.

Vol 3 No 3 - Those who are consecrated to Christ will not be left alone by the enemy of souls. They will have daily trials and conflicts, as well as victories and great peace through Jesus Christ.

Vol 3 No 2 - Money is a unit of self-measurement in our worldHow much I have determines who I am. Its all about money! Or is it?

Vol 3 No 1 - I am not ready to go into a business transaction with someone I know nothing about. But a partnership with God is risk-free, worry-free. Millions worldwide testify to the miraculous power of this partnership.

Vol 2 No 4 - The need for tithe and offerings to sustain Gods work is even more urgently necessary than it was in the Hebrew economy and the tithe is to be used to support the ministry of God.

Vol 2 No 3 - We have a choice. This is a brief synopsis of a well-known man who made that choicefirst to serve Christ and then to turn away from his faith.

Vol 2 No 2 - Christian stewards reflect Jesus in everything. They are those in whom others see humanity as God intended his prized creation to be.

Vol 2 No 1 - Leadership and ministry in Gods church begin with giving God room to work through us. Confidence in God is the best solution for the temptation to control others through financial pressures, guilt, or any other form of manipulation.

Vol 1 No 1 - A stewards job is not limited to prayer, or finance, or quality control. Every breath of life, every shred of resource, every gift from God, is woven and held together with prayer, service, and a relationship with Christ Jesus.

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