31 Days of Good Stewardship + Discipline in Your Life
A 31-Day Devotional Journey to Being a Good Steward in Every Area of Your Life —Mental, Physical, Financial, and Spiritual Discipline
My Pastor has recently taught on being a good steward over the things God has blessed us with, and it resonated in my spirit in a way that I desired greatly to be a better steward in every area of my life—mentally, physically, financially, spiritually— starting today! This 31-day journey will turn into a lifestyle of habitually being mindful of the things God has blessed us with. Are you ready?? Let’s go!
Day 1 – Faithful with Little
Scripture: Luke 16:10
Stewardship begins with faithfulness in the small things. As you prove consistent, God can trust you with greater responsibilities and blessings.
Mental: Write your 'why' for this stewardship journey in a journal
Physical: Drink more water today
Financial: Review your spending over the past week
Spiritual: Pray a dedication prayer, surrendering this month to God
Day 2 – A Grateful Heart
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Gratitude is stewardship of the heart. When you thank God for what you have, you open the door for increase.
Mental: List 5 things you’re thankful for
Physical: Walk for at least 20 minutes
Financial: Save some money today — $10, $20, $50, $100—You Choose!
Spiritual: Spend at least 10 minutes thanking God aloud!
Day 3 – Order Brings Increase
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:40
God blesses order. When you set your life in order, you create space for Him to pour out abundance.
Mental: Declutter an area that really needs it (your desk, drawer, car, room)
Physical: Stretch for 15 minutes
Financial: Track every dollar you spend today
Spiritual: Read Proverbs 21:5 and journal what you’ve learned from it
Day 4 – Discipline is Love
Scripture: Hebrews 12:11
Discipline may feel unpleasant at first, but it yields righteousness and peace for those trained by it
Mental: Go the whole day without social media
Physical: Do 25 squats and/or 25 push-ups
Financial: Cancel or pause one unnecessary subscription (we have a lot of those! lol)
Spiritual: Meditate on 1 Corinthians 4:2
Day 5 – Multiplying What’s Given
Scripture: Matthew 25:21
Stewardship is about multiplication, not just maintenance. God calls you to increase what He places in your hands.
Mental: Write 3 affirmations of discipline and stewardship and repeat them aloud
Physical: Eat your vegetables today!
Financial: Plan at least 2-3 meals at home, instead of eating out
Spiritual: Spend 20 minutes in worship in His presence…. (I feel the tears already…!)
Day 6 – Rest is Stewardship Too
Scripture: Exodus 20:9-10
Rest is not laziness but stewardship of your body and soul. God created rhythms of rest to keep you whole.
Mental: Reflect on your week and write about it in your journal
Physical: Go to bed 30 minutes earlier tonight
Financial: Give a seed of your choice to your church, a charity, or someone in need just because
Spiritual: Pray for wisdom to rest and trust God
Day 7 – Reflection & Reset
Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3
Reflection restores perspective. As you look back, see how God has led you and reset you for the journey ahead.
Mental: Journal at least 3 lessons you’ve learned this week
Physical: Do light activity (walk/stretch)
Financial: Review your money flow for the week (what came in, what went out)
Spiritual: Take communion or worship in God’s presence in your home
Day 8 – Stewarding Time
Scripture: Ephesians 5:16
Time is one of your greatest resources. Redeem it by using it wisely for God’s purpose.
Mental: Plan your day hour by hour
Physical: Wake up 30 minutes earlier (it helps!)
Financial: Avoid impulse spending today
Spiritual: Spend 15 minutes meditating on the Word of God
Day 9 – Stewarding Words
Scripture: Proverbs 18:21
Your words are seeds! Steward your mouth by speaking life, blessings, and encouragement.
Mental: Write down 5 positive declarations and say them aloud!
Physical: Smile and practice good posture all day
Financial: Speak positive words over your finances
Spiritual: Pray blessings over three people in your life or in passing today
Day 10 – Faith in Action
Scripture: James 2:17
Stewardship requires action. Faith without works is dead; combine belief with discipline.
Mental: Do one task you’ve been procrastinating
Physical: Complete a 30-minute workout
Financial: Put some money into savings — $50, $100, $500 or more! Your Choice!
Spiritual: Step out in one act of obedience today
Day 11 – Clarity of Vision
Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2
Write the vision plainly. Stewardship is clearest when you can see your goals.
Mental: Write out 3 long-term goals
Physical: Drink your water today!
Financial: Review your financial goals
Spiritual: Ask God to reveal His vision for you in this season and for the year ahead
Day 12 – Stewarding Relationships
Scripture: Proverbs 27:17
Relationships are gifts. Steward them by investing time, encouragement, and love.
Mental: Call or encourage one person today
Physical: Meet with someone for a walk, time of fellowship, or coffee or a meal
Financial: Bless someone with coffee, lunch, or a small gift
Spiritual: Pray for your closest relationships
Day 13 – The Test of Integrity
Scripture: Proverbs 10:9
Integrity is true stewardship. God can trust those who walk uprightly, even when no one is watching.
Mental: Examine one area of compromise and correct it
Physical: Do a full body stretch routine
Financial: Be honest with your money management today
Spiritual: Confess any hidden struggles in prayer—God knows them all already…but He wants to hear it from YOU…
Day 14 – Renewal in His Presence
Scripture: Isaiah 40:31
Those who wait on the Lord renew their strength. True stewardship is found in His presence.
Mental: Take 10 minutes of silence (no distractions)
Physical: Rest and nap if needed
Financial: Review the week’s finances and reset
Spiritual: Spend extended time in prayer or worship
Day 15 – Guarding Your Mind
Scripture: Philippians 4:8
The mind is a battlefield. Stewardship means choosing to dwell on truth, purity, and hope.
Mental: Replace one negative thought with scripture
Physical: Avoid junk food today
Financial: Practice a no-spend day
Spiritual: Meditate on Philippians 4:8
Day 16 – Small Seeds, Big Harvest
Scripture: Galatians 6:9
Faithfulness in sowing brings eventual harvest. Steward even the small seeds.
Mental: Write about something you’ve been consistent in
Physical: Go for a 20-minute walk
Financial: Sow a small seed financially
Spiritual: Pray for endurance in your journey
Day 17 – Obedience First
Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22
Obedience is better than sacrifice. Stewardship begins with following God’s voice fully.
Mental: Do the hardest task first today
Physical: Wake up on time without hitting snooze! (Lol you can do it!)
Financial: Give toward a ministry or need
Spiritual: Act immediately on one thing God has told you
Day 18 – Contentment is Gain
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6
True wealth is godliness with contentment. Steward your heart by resting in God’s provision.
Mental: Write 3 areas where you are content
Physical: Eat simply and mindfully today
Financial: Spend nothing outside essentials
Spiritual: Pray prayers of contentment and surrender
Day 19 – Wisdom in Stewardship
Scripture: Proverbs 4:7
Wisdom is the principal thing. Ask God daily for wisdom in how you steward your life.
Mental: Read 10 minutes of a personal development book or blog
Physical: Do a new physical activity
Financial: Review one financial lesson learned
Spiritual: Pray for wisdom like Solomon
Day 20 – Generosity Unlocks Increase
Scripture: Luke 6:38
When you give, it comes back multiplied. Stewardship includes generosity that overflows.
Mental: Journal about a time giving blessed you (This will help build your faith!)
Physical: Help someone physically
Financial: Give generously today
Spiritual: Pray for a generous heart
Day 21 – Sabbath Rest
Scripture: Mark 2:27
The Sabbath was made for you. Resting is a form of stewardship, reminding you God is your Source.
Mental: Reflect on the past 3 weeks
Physical: Take a full rest day
Financial: Review savings and spending so far
Spiritual: Worship God for His faithfulness
Day 22 – Prioritizing God First
Scripture: Matthew 6:33
Seek first the Kingdom, and everything else falls into place. God must remain the highest priority.
Mental: Write down your top 3 daily priorities
Physical: Exercise first thing in the morning
Financial: Set aside a tithe to God or seed offering
Spiritual: Pray and talk to God first before touching your phone
Day 23 – Stewarding Your Energy
Scripture: Isaiah 40:29
Your strength is limited; God’s strength is not. Steward your energy by focusing on what matters.
Mental: List top 3 tasks and focus only on them
Physical: Take a 15-minute walk outside
Financial: No online “window-shopping” today
Spiritual: Ask God to renew your strength
Day 24 – Excellence in All Things
Scripture: Colossians 3:23
Whatever you do, do it with excellence as unto the Lord. Excellence is stewardship of effort.
Mental: Give your best effort at work or home
Physical: Maintain good posture all day
Financial: Pay a bill early if possible
Spiritual: Pray for a spirit of excellence!
Day 25 – Fruitfulness is Stewardship
Scripture: John 15:8
God is glorified when you bear much fruit. Stewardship is living in fruitfulness.
Mental: Identify one area of growth this month
Physical: Eat your fruits today!
Financial: Save $20 or more towards your goal
Spiritual: Seek God through prayer and scripture
Day 26 – Stewarding Focus
Scripture: Proverbs 4:25
Focus directs your future. Steward your eyes and attention wisely toward your goals.
Mental: Work with no distractions for 1 hour
Physical: Complete 20 minutes cardio
Financial: Ignore unnecessary purchases
Spiritual: Focus on one scripture and memorize it
Day 27 – Joy in Stewardship
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10
The joy of the Lord is your strength! Stewardship is not a burden, but a delight in God’s will.
Mental: Write 5 things that bring you joy
Physical: Do a fun physical activity
Financial: Celebrate one financial win
Spiritual: Sing a joyful worship song unto the Lord! Make a JOYFUL noise!
Day 28 – Endurance in the Journey
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1
Stewardship is a marathon, not a sprint. Endurance is built by consistency day by day.
Mental: Encourage yourself with scripture
Physical: Push yourself in a workout
Financial: Stay on budget today
Spiritual: Pray for perseverance
Day 29 – Finishing Strong
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7
A true steward finishes the race faithfully. God rewards endurance and consistency.
Mental: Reflect on how your mind has grown
Physical: Do your strongest workout yet
Financial: Give one last intentional gift
Spiritual: Thank God for strength to finish
Day 30 – Preparing for Increase
Scripture: Isaiah 54:2
God enlarges those who steward well. Prepare for increase beyond this challenge.
Mental: Write down 3 habits to continue
Physical: Prepare good, healthy meals for the week
Financial: Review monthly finances in full
Spiritual: Pray for capacity for increase! (Because it’s coming!)
Day 31 – Entering a Lifestyle of Stewardship
Scripture: Matthew 25:23
Well done, good and faithful servant. Stewardship is not 31 days—it’s a lifestyle of faithfulness!
Mental: Journal how you’ve changed this month
Physical: Commit to one lasting health habit
Financial: Set a financial plan for the next 3 months
Spiritual: Dedicate your life again to God’s stewardship!
Welcome to a new day, a new season, a new month, a new YOU! You have now entered in a lifestyle of being good stewards of what God has blessed us with. Now get ready for more! God is faithful.
Peace & Blessings,
Joy Leanne