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Discover the duty and development involved in being entrusted with treasures as outlined in 1 Timothy 6:17-19. Avoid dangers like conceit and being tempted by riches. Fulfill your duty by doing good works and be generous. Consider investing in eternity and gaining true understanding. Application prompts introspection on managing time, talents, and money in a God-honoring way.
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Entrusted Treasure1 Timothy 6:17-19 Danger to Avoid Duty to Fulfill Development to Consider
Entrusted Treasure1 Timothy 6:17-19 Danger to Avoid Danger facing those who are rich: Being conceited – pride, to think lofty of oneself; Prov.28:11 vs. Phil. 2:3 Being tempted – fixing hope on riches; Prov. 11:28, Prov. 23:4-5, Luke 12:16-21 Solution – fix your hope on God who richly supplies all things to enjoy! Eccl. 5:18-20 compare Matt. 6:19-21
Entrusted Treasure1 Timothy 6:17-19 Duty to Fulfill The duty defined: Instruct them to do good – what is noble and excellent Rich in good works – abundantly furnished Be generous – bountiful; 2 Cor. 8:1-4 Ready to share – koinonia ; fellowship
Entrusted Treasure1 Timothy 6:17-19 Development to Consider Investing in eternity: Storing up – amassing a treasure Good foundation – fund; dividend not in this life Life indeed – eternal life; true under-standing of this world & the world to come
Entrusted Treasure1 Timothy 6:17-19 Application Are you managing your treasure (time, talents, and money) in a God honoring way? Are you investing in the souls of men and women for the furtherance of God’s Kingdom? Do you truly posses an eternal perspective?