Steward Leaders Rise: 21 Days to Ignite Transformational Stewardship: A 21-Day Experience in Faithful Stewardship

Ignite Your Faith: Rise as a Transformational Steward Leader

What if your giving could transform not just lives-but your own heart, legacy, and leadership forever?

In a world obsessed with accumulation, God calls His people to something radically different: open-handed, joyful stewardship that reflects His boundless generosity. Written by Chris McDaniel, this foundational 21-day devotional awakens leaders (and every believer) to rise in faithful stewardship-moving from mere transactions to deep, life-changing transformation.

To experience the fullest impact, journey through this devotional together with a trusted spiritual leader, mentor, spouse, accountability partner, or small group. Sharing reflections, prayers, and action steps with someone you trust provides encouragement, accountability, and iron-sharpening-iron growth (Proverbs 27:17), helping you stay committed and multiply Kingdom fruit.

Structured as an immersive daily experience, each day draws you closer to God's heart through:

• An opening prayer to center your spirit
• A key focus verse from Scripture (primarily NIV) to anchor truth
• An engaging devotional reading blending biblical insight, real-life stories, and challenging exhortations
• Provocative reflection questions followed by dedicated space for journaling your thoughts, prayers, and action steps

Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader, business professional, or parent, this book equips you to model Christ-centered generosity for your teams, families, and communities. Inspired by timeless truths from Scripture and modern examples of radical faith, Steward Leaders Rise will spark fresh passion, renew your purpose, and unleash Kingdom impact that lasts for eternity.

Perfect for personal devotion, small groups, leadership teams, or intentional one-on-one mentoring/spousal journeys.

Chris McDaniel, MBA is the Chief Revenue Officer and Partner at vTECH io, a Dell Platinum channel partner delivering end-to-end IT, cybersecurity, and AI solutions to enterprise clients and faith-based organizations. In this role, he shapes the company's sales and revenue strategy, builds high-performing national teams, and drives explosive growth in AI go-to-market initiatives-securing net-new business, forging strategic partnerships, and consistently exceeding multi-million-dollar quotas (previously managing $35M annually as VP of Sales). His leadership has helped position vTECH io as a trusted advisor for secure, scalable technology that powers both business innovation and nonprofit impact.Chris offers more than 30 years of cross-sector leadership across government, nonprofit, and private industry. He retired in 2025 after 31 years of distinguished service, as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve (Acquisition Program Manager). He holds an MBA from Liberty University.A recognized thought leader in biblical stewardship, Chris is also the author of Ignite Your Generosity: A 21-Day Experience in Stewardship (InterVarsity Press), along with The Stewardship Bookmark, Dying to Give, and The Next Mile: A Coach's Guide. His earlier devotional Igniting a Life of Generosity (ECFA) and regular contributions to the Christian Leadership Alliance and Outcomes Magazine have equipped thousands of pastors, church leaders, and nonprofits to disciple generous givers and model faith-driven generosity. Prior to vTECH io (since 2016), he served as Chief Business Development Officer for Mission Works and DELTA Ministries International, raising millions for global missions while discipling hundreds of donors.Chris currently serves on the Leadership Advisory Board for Mission Increase, the Advisory Board for the Christian Leadership Alliance, and is passionate about integrating uncompromising integrity, faith, and family-first values into executive leadership. Whether scaling AI revenue engines or igniting generosity in the local church, he leads with purpose, humility, and a proven track record of transforming vision into measurable, eternal impact.