Jesus on Money: "A Healthy Relationship with Money"

Matthew 13:44-46

· It’s easy to relate to money in an unhealthy way:

o Security o Status o Self-worth o Comfort

· Jesus sets a boundary on money: It is not and cannot be more valuable than the kingdom of heaven.

o A healthy relationship with money is born from treasuring the kingdom of heaven most

· The kingdom of heaven: o Is currently not a realm or place but a reign and rule of Jesus in His followers’ lives (Luke 17:20-21; John 18:36)

o Is most valuable and offers: § Salvation § Living hope § Spirit-empowered life § Purpose in life and suffering § Unconditional love

o Is open to all who humbly turn from living for themselves to live for Jesus (Matthew 4:17; 5:3)

· Keeping a healthy relationship with money requires me to invest in the kingdom of heaven (i.e., give it away to God’s work).

· This Week’s Activate Faith

o Look at how I spend money and why I spend money and evaluate what I treasure most.

o Prayerfully prepare for the spiritual growth opportunity of participating in our upcoming building campaign

Vision Message – January 2025

Activate Faith: Serve

Handout

1 Timothy 5:17 - 6:2

What is your attitude to pastoral Authority? 

Main Idea: Healthy Churches have a discipline of Submission to Pastoral Authority