FROM STORY POVERTY
TO STORY STEWARDSHIP

Every believer has a story. Yet so many of these stories remain hidden, untold, or forgotten—leaving a profound gap in the Church's witness. This is not merely an issue of neglect but an invitation to reflect on what keeps us from uncovering and sharing these testimonies. What if the missing stories of God’s work in our lives are also missing opportunities to bring hope, healing, and transformation?

This book introduces the concept of story poverty and why addressing it is vital for the Church today. Story poverty is more than the absence of storytelling; it reflects a deeper struggle within individuals and communities to steward the testimonies that God has entrusted to us. As you read, I hope you’ll feel inspired to take small but meaningful steps toward addressing this issue in your own life, church, or ministry. This book is an excerpt from the forthcoming work, The Heart of Story Stewardship, where we explore how cultivating a culture of testimony can transform lives, congregations, communities, and the world. May this serve as an invitation to join the journey of uncovering, unlocking, and unleashing the hidden stories of faith that can glorify God and encourage His people.