Show Notes
Week 1 – Treasure
God knows we can hoard things in our hearts that can cause us to lose our way. He wants us to be content and not tied down with greed whether that involves our time, talent or treasure. God gives to us generously, and He wants us to give generously, so we can bring others to His kingdom.
Luke 12:13,
14 (ESV) A man is demanding legal advice from Jesus as a Rabbi, but
Jesus notices something different in the man.
Luke 12:15 (ESV) Jesus warns against covetousness/greed.
Greed is an enemy that attacks, so Jesus says to be on guard against it.
God doesn’t want to get your money. He just doesn’t want your money to get you.
Jesus points out two mindsets/beliefs that are foolish:
1. More will one day be enough.
2. It’s all mine.
Because we are stewards of what God has given us, that means two things:
1. We’re going to be held accountable.
2. Eventually, we will have to give it all back.
Generosity is the only defense against the enemy of greed.
With the extra in our lives, take one of these steps:
1. Give for the first time.
2. Give regularly.
3. Give proportionally.
4. Give extravagantly.
God doesn’t want to get your money. He just doesn’t want your money to get you.
What is Hope Community Church?
Welcome to the Hope Community Church! Hope is a multi-site church community with locations around the Triangle in Raleigh, Apex, Northwest Cary, Garner, and Fuquay-Varina. We are here to love you where you are and encourage you to grow in your relationship with Jesus Christ! We strive to speak the truth of the Bible in a way that is easy to understand, helpful in your current life circumstances, and encouraging. No matter who you are or where you come from, you are welcome here!