In this week's sermon on Luke 12:13-34, co-lead pastor Ricky Kennedy walked through our next component of what it means to follow Jesus: stewardship. We learned five principles of stewardship: (1) money is powerful; (2) everything we own actually belongs to God; (3) our money & possessions should be used for God's purposes; (4) worldly wealth is fleeting; heavenly wealth is eternal; and (5) giving generously breaks the power of money. 

While the world will tell us that money is awkward, money shouldn't be discussed, money is ours to use as we see fit, money should be what we strive for, etc., Jesus talks openly about money and urges us not to find our identity or security in it. Instead, seek first the kingdom of God! For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.