A person who takes care of the affairs or property of another. That which a steward cares for is called a stewardship. All things on earth belong to the Lord; we are his stewards. We are accountable to the Lord, but we may report on our stewardship to God's authorized representatives. When we receive a calling of service from the Lord or his authorized servants, that stewardship may include both spiritual and temporal affairs (D&C 29: 34).

Thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things, Matt. 25: 14-23. Unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required, Luke 12: 48 (D&C 82: 3). Jesus gave the parable of the unjust steward, Luke 16: 1-8. Whoso is found a faithful steward shall enter into the joy of his Lord, D&C 51: 19. Every man is to give an account of his stewardship, D&C 72: 3-5. He that is a faithful and wise steward shall inherit all things, D&C 78: 22. The Lord will make every man accountable as a steward over earthly blessings, D&C 104: 11-17 (D&C 42: 32). Be diligent that thou mayest be a wise steward, D&C 136: 27.