Unspoken Stewardship

Dr. Lynn Abies
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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.

Episodes

  1. 4H AGO

    Gluttony: You Worship What You Crave

    Some of the books and tools I personally use for Bible study, financial literacy, and everyday stewardship. If you’ve ever wondered what resources I recommend, click here. In this episode of Unspoken Stewardship, Dr. Lynn Abies tackles one of the most misunderstood sins in modern Christianity: gluttony. This isn't about body shaming or food policing, it's about confronting the spiritual posture of using consumption to avoid God. Dr. Lynn explores how gluttony shows up not just in eating, but in shopping, scrolling, information consumption, and even Christian content. She unpacks the biblical foundation for understanding appetite as worship, drawing from Proverbs 23, Philippians 3, and historical church teaching. This discipleship-focused conversation offers practical steps for identifying your "gluttony lane," addressing the emotions underneath your appetite, and training yourself to enjoy God first not as a substitute. If you've ever used comfort to cope instead of turning to Christ, this episode will challenge and free you.

    21 min

  2. FEB 16

    Has The Church Made Marriage An Idol?

    Some of the books and tools I personally use for Bible study, financial literacy, and everyday stewardship. If you’ve ever wondered what resources I recommend, click here. In this thoughtful episode, Dr. Lynn Abies explores how marriage though beautiful and sacred, can quietly become an idol in Christian culture. She examines the tension between honoring marriage as a gift while ensuring Christ remains central, and challenges listeners to steward their relational season (single or married) with wisdom and faithfulness. Scripture References Genesis 2:18 Proverbs 18:22 Ephesians 5 1 Corinthians 7 Matthew 19:12 Psalm 84:11 Psalm 16:11 Colossians 1:16 Luke 9:23 Revelation 19 (Marriage Supper of the Lamb) Connect Unspoken Stewardship: Where faith, culture, and responsibility intersect. Like, Share, Subscribe.  This podcast is not a substitute for your time with God. Go sit with Him, open your Bible, pray, wrestle, and test everything you hear—including this episode.

    24 min

  3. FEB 2

    Not A Monolith: Blackness, Womanhood, and the Freedom of the Gospel

    Some of the books and tools I personally use for Bible study, financial literacy, and everyday stewardship. If you’ve ever wondered what resources I recommend, click here. In this episode of 'Unspoken Stewardship, Dr. Lynn Abies tackles the nuanced and often challenging subject of individuality within black womanhood, viewed through the lens of faith.  Dr. Lynn discusses the societal and spiritual stereotypes black women face, and how these pressures often demand conformity at the expense of personal and spiritual freedom. By delving deeply into scripture, she advocates for a gospel-centered view of identity that honors God's intentional creation, urging listeners to reject cultural and religious expectations that seek to shrink or stereotype them. The episode concludes with reflective questions and practical exercises aimed at challenging misconceptions and promoting authentic living as beloved children of God. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 00:24 The Burden of Stereotypes 01:55 Individuality and Faith 05:28 Biblical Foundations of Identity 10:39 Cultural and Spiritual Stereotypes 12:12 True Freedom in Christ 20:17 Reflective Questions and Practical Exercises 22:49 Closing Thoughts and Prayer Episode Summary: In this powerful episode celebrating the 100th year of Black History Month, Dr. Lynn Abies addresses the harmful practice of treating Black women as a monolith—culturally, emotionally, politically, and spiritually. She explores what it means to follow Jesus without erasing yourself to be accepted, diving into Scripture to affirm that God's love is not attached to performance or presentation, but to Christ alone. Key Topics Covered: The burden of being treated as a category instead of a person How church culture can add layers of spiritualized stereotypes Biblical foundations of identity: Genesis 1:27, Psalm 139:14, 1 Samuel 16:7 The difference between Holy Spirit conviction and human condemnation Stewardship of your God-given identity Freedom in Christ without erasing your blackness or personality Reflective Questions: Where have you edited yourself to be accepted? Whose approval have you been chasing? What parts of you have you labeled as "too much" that God has never condemned? Where have you confused people's preferences with God's voice? Where have you been harsh with other Black women because you thought conformity was holiness? This Week's Practical Exercises: Name the Box Write down the top three messages you've received about what a Black Christian woman is supposed to be Open the Word Read Genesis 1, Psalm 139, and 1 Samuel 16 slowly and out loud Practice Gospel Talk Daily affirmation: "God sees me. God loves me. God formed me. Christ saves me. The Spirit leads me. I do not belong to people's stereotypes. I belong to Jesus." If this episode resonated with you: ✅ LIKE this episode - Let me know this message matters to you ⭐ LEAVE AN HONEST REVIEW - Your review helps this reach more women who need to hear that they are fearfully and wonderfully made, exactly as God created them 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to Unspoken Stewardship - New episodes drop every Monday at 8 AM EST 💬 SHARE with someone who needs this - Do you know a Black woman who's been shrinking, second-guessing, or feeling like she doesn't fit the mold? Send this to her. Or maybe this brought convic

    28 min

  4. JAN 26

    Faithful Responsibility

    Some of the books and tools I personally use for Bible study, financial literacy, and everyday stewardship. If you’ve ever wondered what resources I recommend, click here. 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 usCultural Tension: How we celebrate visibility but avoid accountabilityBiblical Stewardship: What it means to be managers, not ownersThe Cost of Careless Teaching: How sloppy theology impacts real peoplePersonal Reckoning: Examining our own hearts before critiquing othersHope & Grace: God's mercies are new every morningChapter 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 PerfectionScripture 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 2:11-12Connect with Unspoken Stewardship If this episode challenged you in a good way: Subscribe to never miss an episodeRate & Review to help others find scripture-rooted conversationsShare with someone who needs to hear this message Disclaimer 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. © Unspoken Stewardship Podcast | All Rights Reserved

    32 min

  5. JAN 23

    What We Were Never Taught About Stewardship

    Some of the books and tools I personally use for Bible study, financial literacy, and everyday stewardship. If you’ve ever wondered what resources I recommend, click here. Welcome to the very first episode of Unspoken Stewardship with Dr. Lynn Abies. This isn't just another podcast, it's a conversation that's been a long time coming. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right spiritually but still feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or like something isn't quite working, this episode is for you. Dr. Lynn explores why so many faithful people feel like they're barely holding it together, and introduces a framework that goes far beyond what we've been taught about stewardship. In this episode, you'll discover: Why stewardship is about so much more than money, budgets, and tithingThe critical difference between survival and stewardship and why most of us were only taught oneHow to shift from asking "Can I do this?" to "Should I do this right now?"Why capability doesn't equal calling, and opportunity doesn't equal assignmentThe gap between faith and function that nobody talks aboutThis is a discipleship conversation that treats stewardship as spiritual formation, not behavior modification. It's honest, reflective, and rooted in Scripture with room to breathe. If you're tired but faithful, overwhelmed but sincere, or just ready to have the conversations that usually stay unspoken, this is your invitation to start paying attention to what God has already entrusted to you. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:18 - Why This Podcast Exists 1:46 - The Problem: Faithful But Overwhelmed 3:58 - What Is Stewardship Really? 4:23 - Survival vs. Stewardship 5:30 - What This Podcast Is About 6:42 - Beyond Money: The Full Picture 8:14 - The Hard Questions 11:08 - The Shift: Can I vs. Should I? 12:45 - Your Invitation

    14 min
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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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