Unspoken Stewardship

Unspoken Stewardship is a faith-rooted podcast about the things we were never taught to name, but were always responsible to carry.

Hosted by Dr. Lynn Abies, this podcast explores stewardship beyond finances and into identity, obedience, calling, relationships, power, rest, community, truth, and legacy. These are conversations for believers who love Jesus but are tired of shallow answers, spiritual bypassing, and cultural Christianity that avoids responsibility.

Each episode feels like a thoughtful, Spirit-led conversation, not a performance. We talk about how theology shapes daily decisions, how unexamined beliefs quietly steward our lives, and how Christ sits at the center of everything we manage, whether we acknowledge Him there or not.

This is a space for believers who want to think clearly, live intentionally, and steward what God has entrusted to them with wisdom, humility, and conviction.

No gimmicks. No hustle gospel. No pretending.

Just honest conversations, biblical depth, and the kind of stewardship that starts inward and bears fruit outward.

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Faithful Responsibility

January 26, 2026 • Dr. Lynn Abies • Season 1 • Episode 2

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Lynn Abies explores the responsibilities we carry before God, culture, and ourselves even when no one is watching. Moving beyond the popular focus on calling, purpose, and breakthrough, this conversation confronts what it means to be faithful stewards of what God has already entrusted to us.

This isn't about shame or condemnation, it's about reframing responsibility as an expression of love for God and love for our neighbor. If you're looking for a podcast that calls you higher with love, clarity, and scripture, you're in the right place.

Key Topics Covered

Responsibility vs. Calling: Why we focus on what we want God to do instead of what He's already given us
Cultural Tension: How we celebrate visibility but avoid accountability
Biblical Stewardship: What it means to be managers, not owners
The Cost of Careless Teaching: How sloppy theology impacts real people
Personal Reckoning: Examining our own hearts before critiquing others
Hope & Grace: God's mercies are new every morning

Chapter Timestamps

[0:00] Introduction: Beyond Calling to Responsibility
[1:56] The Cultural Tension: Visibility vs Accountability
[6:05] Biblical Foundation: Luke 12:48 - Much Required
[9:44] Defining Stewardship: Managers Not Owners
[12:56] The Parable of the Talents: Accountability in Action
[14:54] Practical Application: What Does This Look Like?
[16:57] The Cost of Ignored Stewardship
[17:45] James 3: The Weight of Teaching
[20:43] Real Examples: When Teaching Goes Wrong
[22:30] Personal Reckoning: Examining Ourselves
[25:09] Jesus: The Model of Humble Stewardship
[26:11] Hope and Grace: God's Mercies Are New
[28:03] Reflection Questions for Your Journey
[29:06] Three Practical Exercises This Week
[30:49] Closing: Faithfulness Over Perfection

Scripture References

Luke 12:48, 1 Corinthians 4:2, Matthew 25:14-30, Micah 6:8, James 3:1-5, 2 Timothy 2:15, Psalm 139:23-24, Matthew 7:3-5, Philippians 2:5-8, Lamentations 3:22-23, 1 John 1:9, Titus 2:11-12

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This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes. It is not a substitute for pastoral counseling, therapy, or professional advice. Always test teaching against scripture and seek wise counsel from your local church community.