- Niki Kelley
Jesus & Possessions
Read Matthew 6:19-24
“It’s great to possess things as long as they don’t end up possessing you” ~Asil Treblig
Believe
1. Do not hoard earthly treasures. (v. 19)
· They don’t last.
· They are not secure.
2. Do hoard Heavenly treasures. (v. 20)
· They do last.
· They are secure.
3. Your heart is with your treasure. (v. 21)
Become
· Jesus was just a visitor here and so are we.
· Jesus was Kingdom minded and others focused.
Be
· Are you living life with your hands open?
· Are you growing your account in Heaven?
Going Deeper
1. Remember a time when you were in need or had plenty. How did it affect your relationship with God?
2. Read Deuteronomy 8:18 and 1 Chronicles 29:12. What do these verses say about wealth?
3. Read Deuteronomy 8:13,14. What warning does God give about wealth?