Introduction –

I. 3 Directives of Guarding the Good Deposit

A. Be empowering

1. By God’s grace

2. In Christ Jesus

B. Be entrusting

1. What you have heard

2. To faithful men

3. Who will teach others

C. Be engaging

1. Lord will give understanding

2. In all things

II. 3 Depictions of Guarding the Good Deposit

A. The Soldier
1. Endure hardship

2. Avoid worldly entanglements

B. The Athlete

1. Contend

2. Abide by rules

C. The Farmer

1. Work hard

2. Enjoy the fruit of working hard

Next Steps:

3 Duties of Guarding the Good Deposit

“A Faithful Steward”

• Be a grateful steward!

• Be a guaranteed steward!

• Be a giving steward!