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Stewardship Bible Studies for Youth & Students
The Treasure Principle Bible Study: Discovering the Secret of Joyful Giving
Brian Smith and Randy Alcorn. Rev. ed. Sisters, Ore.: Multnomah Publishers, 2005.
This companion Bible study to The Treasure Principle: Discovering the Secret of Joyful Giving will probe deeper into the big message of Alcorn’s bestselling small book. Whether as individuals or in small groups, this study guide will help Christians to explore and embrace the joy of giving. Managing God’s earthly trust will become a new delight as readers learn to use it for eternal purposes. This resource includes practical quotations from the book, thought-provoking study questions, group discussion starters, and short Scripture passages for meditation and memorization. Alternatively, consider a shorter study of this book using Generous Giving’s Study Questions for ‘The Treasure Principle,’ by Randy Alcorn.
Biblical Financial Study Collegiate Edition
Crown Financial Ministries. Gainesville, Ga.: Author, 2003.
College students today are facing difficult financial challenges. Credit card debt and even student gambling are rapidly growing problems on campus, and the American Bankruptcy Institute reveals that 19 percent of the people who filed for bankruptcy last year were college students. That means one in five bankruptcy filings were by very young people who started their lives as financial failures. But, did you know that the Bible contains 2,350 verses that deal with money and possessions? It is crucial that students on the verge of beginning their careers and families understand God’s perspective on how to handle what God has entrusted to them. In the collegiate edition of Crown Financial Ministries’ widely used Biblical Financial Study, students will learn what Scripture teaches about managing all their possessions. Each time students learn a principle there is a financial exercise to help them apply it. College is one of the most formative times in a person’s life, and this study helps to equip students in financial issues that will benefit them for the rest of their lives. A teacher’s guide and a practical application workbook are available.
Money Management for College Students
Larry Burkett with Todd Temple. Chicago: Moody Press, 1998.
Preparing for college can be overwhelming. What career should you pursue? Which college should you attend? How will you pay for your education? This book answers those questions and more. In this study, Christian financial counselor Larry Burkett discusses (1) managing personal finances, (2) using credit cards, (3) balancing checkbooks, (4) obtaining college loans and (5) choosing a college major.
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Money Matters for Teens Workbook: Age 15-18 Edition
Larry Burkett with Todd Temple. Chicago: Moody Press, 1998.
“I need more money!” Have you ever said those words? Ever wish you could stretch your cash from payday to payday and still have some left over? Ever wonder how in the world you’ll pay for the biggies, like a car or college? This workbook can teach you the secrets of how to manage your money wisely—even how to earn it in the first place and how to have your money make money.
God’s Way of Handling Money: Teen Study
Crown Financial Ministries. Gainesville, Ga.: Author, 2001.
 The Lord talked about money because He knew it would play a big part in our lives. He has given clear instructions for us to handle money wisely. In this study, teens will learn about earning, spending, saving, investing, debt, giving and a host of other practical financial issues. With Bible verses to memorize and worksheets to complete, this book will guide you carefully into financial strategies that will help you get off to a wonderful start. So get ready—you’re about to discover some incredible truths that will help you now and for the rest of your life.
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Money Matters for Teens Workbook: Age 11-14 Edition
Larry Burkett with Todd Temple. Chicago: Moody Press, 1998.
“I wish I had more money!” Have your teenagers ever said that? Ever tried to remember what they spent their last dollar on? Ever begged you or their friends for a loan? Whether a teenager makes $2, $20, or even $200 per week, it’s easy for him or her to blow that hard-earned cash and not know where it all went. But this workbook shows how a person can save money to buy things later, have money in the bank for big purchases, and even end up with extra to help other people.
Surviving the Money Jungle: A Junior High Study in Handling Money
Larry Burkett. Pomona, Calif.: Focus on the Family Publishing, 1990.
 This Bible-based adventure into money management also offers lots of practical information. Covering issues such as stewardship, debt, giving and tithing, and savings, significant chapters include 9 (“You Can’t Take It with You”), 10 (“Sharing God’s Way: The Tithe”), 11 (“Sharing from Obedience, Abundance, and Sacrifice”), and 12 (“Who Deserves Help?”). This book is a good introduction into giving kids the vision for generosity. It is recommended for ages 11-14. A teacher’s guide is available.
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The Secret of Handling Money God’s Way
Howard Dayton and Bev Dayton. Chicago: Moody Press, 2003.
This Bible-based curriculum uses an interesting story and fun activities to teach kids the basics about money. Designed for ages 8 to 12, this study features the adventures of Maria, Josh, Andy and Ruth as they try to save enough money for baseball camp. As they find out how to earn, save, give and spend, they also learn important things about God. The 12 lessons include full-color illustrations, simple Bible studies and a guided prayer journal. Together with the accompanying teacher’s guide, this curriculum is an ideal tool for parents, homeschoolers, Sunday school teachers and Christian school teachers in teaching children about the biblical principles of Christian stewardship.
Money Planner for Kids
Larry Burkett. Colorado Springs: Cook Communications, 2001.
 This book meets kids on their level by helping them to explore the four things they can do with money—earn it, give it, save it and spend it. They will learn the basics of filling the role of steward that God desires each of us. Chapter 2, entitled “Giving,” includes a giving planning worksheet. It is good to encourage our children to practice intentional as well as spontaneous giving. This book is recommended for ages 8-12.
Money Matters: Family Night Tool Chest
Jim Weidmann and Allen & Lauree Burkett. Heritage Builders Series. Colorado Springs: Cook Communications, 1998.
“Family Nights” are helpful for teaching children simple truths in fun ways. The authors encourage families to spend one night per week playing certain games with a Scripture lesson attached so that kids can learn and grow. In this particular book there are various activities designed to teach youngsters about a wise approach to finances. Topics include being a good steward, the importance of saving, how to spend wisely, and being content with what we have. These exercises serve not only to teach but also to help the family have a good time together as well.
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It’s never too early to start teaching financial responsibility. Recommended for children ages 7 and younger, this book is full of activities to help make learning basic financial principles fun and exciting. It is designed to be very “hands on” because children this age learn from doing. This hardbound study is published in full color. Sections of particular interest to parents seeking to teach their young ones about grace giving are chapters 2, 3 and 5, respectively titled, “Who Owns the Ball,” “You Are a Steward,” and “Giving.” A separate teacher’s guide is available.
Stewardship Lessons for Children
Stewardship Development Ministries of the Church of the Nazarene, 2001.
These handy Sunday school lessons are designed to help children to understand the need to honor God for His great love and care seek by being faithful steward of the things they have received from Him. Each lesson is adapted in level of difficulty and subject matter to the respective grade: A Cheerful Giver: Lesson 1 (grades K-3), A Cheerful Giver: Lesson 2 (grades K-3), Stewart’s World (grades K-6), Gain, Save, Give (grades 4-6), and Everyday Giver (grades 4-6).
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