It is easy to feel secure because of what we have. But even with the things we have there is an uncertainty. As such, Paul urges us to place our hope in God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. Today we take a break from Luke’s Gospel but continue with one of the themes we’ve seen in this weeks’ reading: valuing Jesus more than we do our possessions.

[I Timothy 6.17-19]

17 As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. 18 They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, 19 thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.

[ WHAT ] is this passage saying and what is a key truth or thought that we learn?

+ What is haughtiness?

+ Where does Paul say hope should be?

+ How does Paul say one can be rich in good works?

+ Where should we be storing our treasures?

[ HOW ] is the Lord calling me to action/obedience?

+ Is there sin to confess or a next step to take? How has it gone since last time?

+ When was the last time you poured out your soul to God in this manner?

[ WHO ] am I walking with and praying for to discover Jesus?

+ What is my next step?