How can we apply Ben-Geber's stewardship to our own leadership roles today? Ben-Geber’s Territory and Task 1 Kings 4:13 “Ben-geber—in Ramoth-gilead (the villages of Jair son of Manasseh in Gilead belonged to him, as well as the region of Argob in Bashan and its sixty large cities with walls and bronze bars);” • One of twelve district governors under Solomon, charged with supplying the royal household for a month each year • Responsible for an expansive, strategically important region east of the Jordan • Oversaw sixty fortified cities—evidence of serious military, economic, and civic trust Observations About His Stewardship • Accepted a defined assignment and stayed within its boundaries • Exercised authority on the king’s behalf, not for personal prestige • Managed diverse resources: people, agriculture, fortified infrastructure • Maintained security (“walls and bronze bars”) while ensuring provision • Functioned in a system of accountability: each governor reported directly to Solomon Leadership Principles Drawn From His Example • Receive your sphere from the Lord and serve faithfully where placed • View position as stewardship, not ownership • Balance protection and provision—care for people’s safety and daily needs • Develop structures that outlast you, as fortified cities did for future generations • Deliver consistently; Ben-Geber’s month of supply came around every year without fail Scripture Echoes That Confirm These Principles • 1 Corinthians 4:2 “Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.” • Luke 16:10 “Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much…” • Titus 1:7 “For the overseer is God’s steward; he must be above reproach…” • Colossians 3:23-24 “Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men…” • Proverbs 27:23-24 “Know well the condition of your flocks… for riches are not forever, nor does a crown endure to every generation.” • Matthew 25:23 “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful with a few things; I will set you over many…” Living Out Ben-Geber’s Stewardship Today • Workplace—honor deadlines, budgets, and the people under your supervision as offerings to the King • Home—shepherd family resources and hearts with the same care given to fortified cities • Church—serve in ministry roles as stewards, gladly supplying what blesses the wider body • Community—use influence to strengthen civic “walls,” advocating righteousness and safety • Personal development—fortify your own soul through Scripture and prayer so leadership flows from spiritual strength A Faithful Legacy Serving like Ben-Geber means holding territory for the true King, stewarding resources and people with diligence until responsibilities are passed on or the King returns. |
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