What does the Bible say about stewardship?
Quick answer
Stewardship is managing what belongs to God — money, time, gifts, the earth — with wisdom and joy, knowing we will give an account.
The Bible never treats us as owners; we are stewards. The earth is the Lord's; our money is his; our time is his.
Jesus' parable of the talents shows good stewardship as faithful investment of what we have been given.
Stewardship covers all of life: family, work, environment, money, words, attention.
Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06-07. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.