Series: Test Of A Disciple
Title: Being Contented in a Materialistic World
Text: Matthew 6:19-24

We live in a world where material wealth could give us a false sense of security and self-worth, and distract us from undivided loyalty to God’s kingdom. How can Christ followers obey Jesus’ countercultural teachings and pass the test of handling material wealth?

General Questions:

1. What we spend on reflects what we value. Think through the areas that you spend your money on. What are the top three areas? Do you agree that these coincide with what you value? Why?

2. Would you say that materialism has become acceptable in an affluent society like Singapore? Why? How would you describe a materialistic person? How can a believer become tainted by materialism?

Perspective Questions:

1. Jesus teaches us to invest in eternal treasures instead of storing up material wealth which is insecure and temporal. How should believers view material wealth, and approach savings and investment? 

2. Jesus teaches us to invest in eternal treasures instead of storing up material wealth which is insecure and temporal. How should believers view material wealth, and approach savings and investment? 

3. Being contented when the world keeps telling us to consume more is not easy. How do we know when to say “I have enough”? How can we order our desires properly in view of eternity?

Application Questions:

1. How can we guard our hearts against materialism? 

2. What does it mean to store up treasures in heaven? How can we do that?