Read Luke 12:16-21. When do riches tend to get in the way of your relationship with God?
In planning an investment portfolio that is rich towards God, what are some next steps that you need to take?
Read Luke 12:16-21. Compare how often the man refers to himself in verses 18 and verses 19 to how often he refers to God.
He forgot to remember God is in control.
When do you fail to remember God’s control in life?
Where do you need to remember that He is in control today?
Read Luke 12:16-21. The rich fool talks only to himself in dealing with his gift of abundance.
Why not include God and his community into consideration?
How do you and can you include God and others in your faith family in making decisions?
Where could you use God’s guidance in a decision you need to make?
Take time in prayer to seek His wisdom and to hear His voice.
Read Luke 12:16-21. In the parable, the rich fool attributes his wealth to himself (notice how often he refers to himself).
In verse 16, who does Jesus say is the source of the man’s wealth?
Of our wealth and wellbeing?
How does that lead you to respond to what you have received?
Read Luke 12:15. Where does the greed monster show up in your life?
Why is that area vulnerable in your life?
How has greed and the pursuit of “stuff” attacked your soul? How might God be moving you from greed to generosity?
Read Luke 12:13-21. What message do these verses offer to a man who thinks he has been cheated?
To a person who has abundant material goods? To you?