Key Passage: “He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength…” Psalm 23:2-3a NLT
We must learn to control our money, or our money will destroy us.
REVIEW: God wants us to love Him more than money.
- READ: 1 John 2:15 “Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you.”
- DISCUSS: What are some of the financial temptations or challenges you are experiencing right now?
REVIEW: Giving builds my character and faith.
- READ: Luke 12:48 “When someone has been given much, much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required.”
- READ: Hebrews 11:6 “And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him.”
- DISCUSS: How have moments of generosity impacted you personally?
REVIEW: Giving allows me to identify with Christ and make a difference.
- READ: John 15:8 “When you produce much fruit, you are my true disciples. This brings great glory to my Father.”
- DISCUSS: Do you give consistently to the church? If so, how has it impacted your life? If not, what do you feel is keeping you from doing so?
ASK:
What else did you get out of the sermon this week? What actions or next steps can you take to apply it to your life?
PRAY:
Pray for a deeper trust in God’s provision, stronger compassion for the people he has called us to reach, and the courage to trust God with our money.