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Author Chris McDaniel
March 13, 2026
BRADENTON, Fla., March 13, 2026 /Standard Newswire/ — Author and stewardship advocate Chris McDaniel announces the release of his newest book, Steward Leaders Rise: A 21-Day Devotional to Ignite Transformational Stewardship. This powerful resource is specifically crafted to equip pastors, church leaders, ministry directors, and believers in leadership roles to move beyond transactional giving toward heart-deep, Christ-centered stewardship that overflows into Kingdom impact.
Building on the foundation of his earlier work Ignite Your Generosity, McDaniel—Chief Revenue Officer at vTECH io and a longtime voice in biblical generosity—guides readers through 21 days of Scripture-saturated reflections, prayers, and actionable steps. The devotional examines core themes including:
• Examining personal motives for giving
• Embracing total surrender to God as Owner
• Extending compassion to the vulnerable
• Building lifelong habits for eternal impact
• Discipling the next generation in joyful, sacrificial generosity
A standout feature of Steward Leaders Rise is its strong emphasis on family and generational discipleship. McDaniel and his wife Jennifer have intentionally modeled open-handed stewardship in their home, teaching their children that everything belongs to God for His purposes. In a meaningful full-circle moment, one of the devotionals was contributed by their children, offering a fresh, authentic voice that illustrates how stewardship principles can take root early and multiply across generations.
“This devotional is a call for leaders to rise—not just in managing resources, but in embodying the generous heart of Christ,” said McDaniel. “When pastors and church leaders live as true steward leaders, it transforms congregations, families, and communities for eternal good.”
The book is endorsed by respected voices in Christian leadership and generosity:
• David Wills, J.D., President Emeritus, National Christian Foundation: “Steward Leaders Rise is a powerful, Scripture-saturated call to authentic stewardship… especially by discipling the next generation, as Chris and his wife Jennifer so beautifully model through their children who have contributed one of the devotionals and who also live generously. My favorite one is Day 14! Read it. Live it. Pass it on. The harvest will be bountiful.”
• Tami Heim, President & CEO, Christian Leadership Alliance: “Steward Leaders Rise is a transformative resource every Christian leader needs… Chris and his wife Jennifer beautifully illustrate the power of discipling the next generation as their children continue to carry the vision forward.”
• Wesley K. Willmer, Ph.D., Pastor, Executive Coach, and Author: “This devotional methodically guides leaders into the exciting heart transformation that produces authentic, joyful generosity—the natural outcome of being conformed to the image of Christ.”
• Foreword by Steve Richardson, President, Pioneers USA.
Designed for both individual reflection and group use, Steward Leaders Rise is ideal for pastoral teams, elder boards, small groups, accountability partnerships, or family devotions (inspired by Proverbs 27:17 — “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another”). Pastors are encouraged to lead their congregations through the 21 days for shared growth, accountability, and renewed passion for generosity.
Steward Leaders Rise is now available for purchase at https://stewardleadersrise.com and on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GS27716L).
For interview requests, review copies, bulk ordering for churches, or speaking engagements on stewardship and leadership, contact Chris McDaniel directly.
About Chris McDaniel
Chris McDaniel (MBA, Liberty University) is the author of Ignite Your Generosity: A 21-Day Experience in Stewardship and other resources on biblical generosity. As a business leader and ministry advocate, he serves on the Leadership Advisory Board for Mission Increase and is passionate about helping believers and churches embrace stewardship as a pathway to deeper faith and greater Kingdom impact. He and his wife Jennifer live in Montana with their family, where they actively disciple the next generation in generous living.
For more information, visit https://stewardleadersrise.com
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CONTACT: 727-200-0549, chris@igniteyourgenerosity.com