The Sin of Materialism

1. The subtle of idolatry comfort, security, and status
   1. Comfort as an idol
   2. Security as an idol
   3. Status as an idol
2. The call to invest in eternal treasures
3. Generosity, Stewardship, and Contentment
   1. Generosity breaks the grip of greed
   2. Stewardship reorients our perspective
   3. Contentment anchors our hearts in Christ

Reflection Questions:

In what ways do modern societies equate comfort with success? How does this align or conflict with Jesus’ teachings?

How can a desire for comfort become a form of idolatry in your own life?

How does 1 Timothy 6:17-19 challenge cultural narratives about financial security?

What does it mean to “set your hopes on the uncertainty of riches”? How does this impact decision-making in career, family, or ministry?

How can trust in financial security diminish one’s dependence on God?

What does it practically look like to store up “treasures in heaven”?

How does the principle of eternal investment reshape how we use our time, talents, and resources?

How do Matthew 6:19-21 and Luke 12:13-21 contrast worldly wealth with eternal riches?

What does it mean to be a steward rather than an owner of wealth and possessions?