Jesus says you can't serve two masters. Find out why greed leads you down the wrong path.
Talking Points:
- Greed is an intense selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power or food.
- The 5 problems with greed:
- Jealousy. You’ll always be comparing yourself to others and you won’t be grateful for what you have.
- Dishonesty. If all you focus on is your money and stuff, you’ll do whatever it takes to get more.
- Shallow relationships. You’ll only pursue the people that will help you to get what you want.
- Lack of focus. Greed puts the focus on the wrong things. You can’t worship both God and money. Matthew 6:24
- Dissatisfaction. Money and power will never fulfill you. You’ll need more and more to make you happy. 1 Timothy 6:9-10
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Review the definition of greed. Where do you see greed in your life?
- Who are you jealous of and why? Why is it a waste of time to compare yourself to others? How can you fight against that from happening?
- Think of a rich and famous person. How have the 5 problems of greed been revealed in their lives?
- Read Matthew 6:24. Why can’t we serve two masters? What do you need to start doing to put God first in your life?
- Read 1 Timothy 6:9-10. What are the sorrows that rich people bring upon themselves? How can contentment help you to fight greed from overtaking your life?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
