Summary

In this message, Pastor Brian explores the intersection of faith, community, and money, emphasizing the importance of relationships over wealth. It delves into the parable of the dishonest manager, challenging listeners to reconsider their views on money and its role in their lives. The message encourages a shift from seeking security in wealth to finding freedom in generosity and community.

Takeaways

* We trust in God to bring healing and wholeness.

* Community and faith guide us through good and bad times.

* Jesus uses the parable of the dishonest manager to teach us about money.

* Wealth is often entangled in broken systems.

* Money is not neutral; it bends us in one direction or another.

* Direction matters more than perfection in our financial choices.

* Community is more valuable than cash.

* Discipleship is costly and requires letting go of control.

* Generosity leads to freedom from the grip of wealth.

* Life is found in Christ, not in material possessions.

Keywords

faith, community, money, parable, Jesus, generosity, wealth, relationships, discipleship, security

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