Every one of us leaves behind a legacy. For some, it is remembered in the way they loved their families. For others, it is in the organizations they built, the people they mentored, or the causes they championed. Whether we realize it or not, our daily choices are shaping how others will remember us. This is the heart of stewardship—wisely managing the influence, opportunities, and resources entrusted to us. Stewarding our influences helps to build a financial and spiritual legacy that lasts.

Influence as a Form of Wealth

We often think of stewardship only in terms of money. But influence is also a form of wealth. Our words, our leadership, our generosity of time and encouragement—all of these are currencies we spend each day. The question is not whether we are investing them, but how. Are we building up others, or are we leaving opportunities untapped?

Two recent examples remind us how powerful influence can be. Charlie Kirk gave his energy to equipping young people with courage to stand firm in their convictions. His passion for truth and his ability to mobilize a generation demonstrate the enduring power of faith-driven influence. Dr. James Dobson, meanwhile, devoted his life to strengthening families, and his faith-based teaching continues to shape households around the world. Though their platforms were different, both men demonstrated the far-reaching impact of stewarding influence for the glory of God.

Financial Stewardship as Legacy

Just as Kirk and Dobson stewarded their spiritual influence, they also understood the importance of building institutions that would endure financially. Turning Point USA, Focus on the Family, and Family Talk are not simply ideas—they are organizations funded, structured, and sustained in ways that allow their missions to carry on.

This is a key principle for us as well: influence often lasts because it is anchored by wise financial stewardship. Ministries and movements do not continue by passion alone—they require thoughtful planning, resources, and funding that extend beyond a single lifetime. That’s where faithful financial stewardship becomes a bridge between vision and impact.

At Stewardship Advisory Group, we believe legacy is not just about what you leave behind, but how you live now. Aligning your finances with your values allows your influence to endure. Estate planning, charitable giving, and family wealth strategies are not only financial decisions—they are opportunities to express your faith, convictions, and vision for future generations.

Principles of Stewarding Influence and Finances

Here are a few timeless principles that guide effective stewardship:

  • Live with clarity of purpose: Both Kirk and Dobson knew what they wanted to be remembered for, and they shaped their lives accordingly.
  • Invest in people, not just possessions: The strongest legacies are measured in transformed lives, not accumulated things.
  • Build structures that last: Organizations and movements endure because someone planned ahead financially.
  • Practice generosity today: Your influence multiplies when you give—whether by mentoring, serving, or resourcing causes that align with your values.

Living and Leaving a Legacy

Stewardship is more than a financial strategy—it is a lifestyle. Each day is an opportunity to live with integrity, manage resources wisely, and sow seeds of blessing that will outlive us.

When we steward both our influence and our finances with wisdom, we create a legacy that extends far beyond our lifetime. Like Kirk and Dobson, we can leave behind more than memories—we can leave behind ministries, movements, and lives transformed for generations to come.

The question we must each ask is this: What story will my influence and finances tell when I am gone? By stewarding well today, we can ensure that story is one of hope, impact, and blessing.

Yours for Faithful Stewardship,

Jeff Rogers, CEP®, CKA®

Founder & Chairman