A Year of Sacred Stewardship— For the one who wants to tend well to what matters most
If you’ve been reading here for a while, you know I’ve been paying more attention to what it means to live simply, quietly, and with purpose. Not necessarily in a minimalist way—but in a way that honors what’s already in my hands.
I’ve written about releasing the pressure to do more, about finding peace in new rhythms, about choosing presence over productivity. And all of that has been leading me here—to this word that keeps echoing in my heart:
Stewardship.
What a beautiful, and powerful invitation.
To steward something is to care for it—not just manage it, but tend to it with love and purpose. And when I think about all that God has placed in my care—my faith, my body, my marriage, our family, our home, our finances, our friendships—it’s overwhelming... and it feels sacred and weighty—in the most beautiful way.
So I’ve decided to take a full year and lean into it. A year of sacred stewardship. A year to focus on tending the gifts I’ve been given—not perfectly, but faithfully.
And if you’ve felt that same nudge, then this could just be the next step—for both of us.
Let’s walk through what it might look like to steward well the life we’ve been entrusted with—one day, one habit, one small act at a time.
Stewarding Our Faith: Rooted and Reaching
Our faith is a living thing. It grows when we nourish it. And it withers when we neglect it.
Stewarding our faith means making space for God in the everyday—morning moments with Scripture, prayers whispered in the car, worship music while folding laundry. Not grand gestures. Just daily grace.
And faith isn’t only something we hold—it’s something we share. Encouraging a friend, praying with our children, living in a way that quietly reflects Jesus… these are all acts of stewardship too.
Stewarding Our Bodies: Honoring the Temple
God made our bodies beautifully—capable, resilient, worthy of care. Stewarding our health isn’t about obsessing over numbers or fitting into a certain size. It’s about treating our bodies as the sacred vessels they are.
That might look like:
• Choosing nourishing food.
• Drinking more water.
• Moving in gentle, joyful ways.
• Getting enough rest.
• Speaking to ourselves with kindness.
It isn’t about chasing a number. It’s about showing up for your life with strength and presence.
Stewarding Our Finances: Trusting and Tending
Money can feel complicated. But at its core, financial stewardship is about trust.
It’s saying: God, all of this is Yours. Show me how to use it wisely.
That might mean living below our means with peace, not fear. Creating a simple, values-based budget. Giving generously, quietly. Living like it all belongs to God. Having honest conversations with our spouse. Praying over our spending.
When we steward our finances well, we create space for freedom, peace, and generosity—and we grow our trust in the One who provides.
Stewarding Marriage and Family: Showing Up With Love
Our homes are sacred spaces. Stewardship here isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence.
A kind word for your husband. A handwritten note. A shared laugh at the end of a long day. These things matter.
And with our family—our children, grandchildren, siblings, in-laws—stewardship might look like planning a meal, sending a check-in text, praying for them by name. It’s keeping the door open, literally and figuratively. It’s remembering that love is made visible through action.
Stewarding Friendships and Community: Pouring Out With Purpose
Stewardship extends beyond our front door. It touches the people God places in our path—friends, neighbors, church family, even strangers.
It’s a pot of soup dropped off. A porch conversation. A card in the mail. A simple hello.
In a world where everyone is busy, the gift of presence—true presence—is rare and healing. Stewardship in relationships is about choosing connection, even in small ways.
Stewarding Our Days: Living With Rhythm, Not Rush
Sacred stewardship isn’t about doing more—it’s about living with intention. Making sure our yeses are aligned with what truly matters. Letting go of the pressure to do it all.
Here are a few small habits to consider as you shape your year:
A daily check-in with God: “How can I honor what You’ve given me today?”
A weekly rhythm planner that includes rest, nourishment, and connection.
Monthly money check-ins with prayer.
One intentional act of love each day for your spouse.
A family “anchor day” each week.
A neighboring gesture—muffins, a note, a wave.
A one-sentence evening reflection: How did I steward well today?
A Final Word of Grace
If you’re reading this and thinking, That sounds beautiful but I could never do all that, please hear this:
You don’t have to do it all.
You just have to do the next right thing in love.
Stewardship isn’t about control. It’s not about checking every box.
It’s about being faithful with what’s in front of you. It’s about living with open hands, open eyes, and an open heart.
This is your invitation: to slow down, to look around, and to tend—gently, joyfully, prayerfully—to the beautiful life God has placed in your hands.
And I’ll be right here with you, doing the same.
Want to Go Deeper?
This post is just the beginning.
Over the next several weeks, I’ll be sharing a Sacred Stewardship series right here on the blog—six deeper reflections that gently walk through each of these areas: faith, body, finances, marriage & family, friendship & community, and daily rhythm.
Each post will offer:
Encouragement from the Word
Practical ways to tend what matters
Simple action steps to try
A journaling prompt for reflection
You’re invited to walk through it with me.
Not to overhaul your life, but to align it. To tend to it. To live it with more purpose and peace.
Want to make sure you don’t miss a post?
👉 Follow along on Facebook! I’ll share each new post there. That way, you’ll never miss a step in the Sacred Stewardship series.
Let’s steward this year—one faithful step at a time.
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