60 likes | 271 Views
Looking for Pleasure in Possessions. Joy Thief (Rejoice in the Lord 2012). The problem with possessions. Taken Away Unexpectedly Death (Luke 12:13-21) Decay & Depravity (Matt 6:19 ). The problem with possessions. Selfishness, Arrogance
E N D
Looking for Pleasure in Possessions Joy Thief(Rejoice in the Lord 2012)
The problem with possessions • Taken Away Unexpectedly • Death (Luke 12:13-21) • Decay & Depravity (Matt 6:19)
The problem with possessions • Selfishness, Arrogance • Ownership(Luke 12:17-18; cf. Deut 6:10-11; Acts 14:17; 17:25) • Satisfaction(Luke 12:19; Prov 30:7-9) • Spiritual vision(Luke 12:21) • Future vision (Matt 6:20)
The problem with possessions • No Spiritual Protection • Judgment (Luke 12:20) • Losing control (Luke 16:19-31; Prov 18:11)
The problem with possessions • Eternal Consequences • Investing: time or eternity (1 Tim 6:17-19)? • Prodigal son: moved his investments.
“All of self and none of thee” or “This world is not my home” Which song do we sing?