The Attitudes and Actions of A Heavenly Man (Woman)

AUDIENCE: Ephesians Church
 Timothy 6:17-19


 1. What should be the attitude of a rich person?

• not to be arrogant
• not to put their hope in wealth
• put your hope in God

Being rich should not change you. Being rich does not make you more superior.

Matthew 13:22; Mark 4:19

• Riches can deceive.
• Riches give a sense of superior worth that is not really true.

2. Do not count on your riches

• it can disappear overnight (uncertain) Matthew 6:19-20

It is foolish to count riches for security, protection and power/

3. Remember: It is God who richly provides us with everything to enjoy

• God is the giver
• God allows wealth to come

How do we enjoy riches?

 

     By making somebody happy with them

• Use them in a way that others are helped and blessed

Timothy 6:18      COMMANDS

1. Do Good - use riches in a way that helps people
2. Be rich in good deeds - be personally involved in things that are good and helpful
3. Be generous and willing to share - Matthew 10:8b

Timothy 6:19     

GREAT RESULTS

    

APPLICATION

1. We should not think highly of ourselves because we have more.
2. Do not put trust in any material riches for they are temporary and not dependable.
3. Strive to be rich in good deeds.
4. When God entrusted His riches to the world, sharing a portion is not an option but a command.