Those who hurt others to help themselves will be judged by the One who hurt Himself to help others.
I. Severe judgement is coming for the wicked who worship their wealth and oppress the righteous
A. The selfishly hoard their wealth
B. They hurt others to help themselves
C. They live self indulgent lives of luxury
D. They oppress and murder the righteous
II. God’s pronouncement of judgment upon these wealthy oppressors should challenge and comfort God’s people.
A. It challenges us to lay up treasure in heaven
- Questions for the heart
1. Is my spending motivated by a self indulgent pursuit of luxury or am I being a good steward of what God has entrusted to me?
2. Is my accumulation of wealth wise or am I placing my security in wealth?
3. Do I give consistently, cheerfully and generously for the good of the church and the advancement of the gospel?
B. It comforts us that we can place our trust in God
- there are 3 specific ways that this text shows us this
1. We can endure because God cares for us
2. We can trust God to bring about justice
3. We don’t have to fear judgement because Jesus took our place
- the question is have you surrendered your life to Him? Have you placed your trust in Him?
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