Mar 11, 2019

Luke 14:25-30
25 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: 26 “If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple. 27 And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.

28 “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it? 29 For if you lay the foundation and are not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule you,30 saying, ‘This person began to build and wasn’t able to finish.’

31 “Or suppose a king is about to go to war against another king. Won’t he first sit down and consider whether he is able with ten thousand men to oppose the one coming against him with twenty thousand? 32 If he is not able, he will send a delegation while the other is still a long way off and will ask for terms of peace.33 In the same way, those of you who do not give up everything you have cannot be my disciples.

34 “Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? 35 It is fit neither for the soil nor for the manure pile; it is thrown out.

“Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear.”

Following Jesus means trusting him with every area of our lives, including our finances. For the next three weeks (Mar 4 - 22), we’re going to grow closer to Jesus by immersing ourselves in his stories and teachings about money, stewardship, and generosity. We invite you to open your heart to his words, and also to join us as we discuss them together. Join our Facebook group where you’ll find additional insights and resources and be able to share your thoughts and questions!

The COMMUNITY Bible Reading Plan is designed so that we read God’s Word in small doses. It is made with the intention of reading for transformation, not just information. A suggested method to use when you are spending time with God is Read, Reflect and Respond.

READ
Slowly, thoughtfully read God’s Word. Read the passage more than once. Notice a word, phrase or verse that sticks out and write it down.

REFLECT
Is there a command to obey?

Is there a promise to claim?
Is there a sin to avoid?
Is there a lesson to learn?

Is there a new truth to carry?

Why do you think this passage stood out to you? Write out a few sentences on what you think you’re hearing from God.

RESPOND
How will you respond? Write a short prayer to God In response to what you just heard him say through his Word. Thank Him for speaking to you.

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