- God is the
Jesus told his disciples: “There was a rich man whose manager was accused of wasting his possessions. So he called him in and asked him, ‘What is this I hear about you? Give an account of your management, because you cannot be manager any longer.’ Luke 16:1-2
The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it. Psalm 24:1
- You have to earn
This Week’s Power Verse is this:
Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. Luke 16:10
So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches? And if you have not been trustworthy with someone else’s property, who will give you property of your own? Luke 16:11-12
- You can measure
- Be
No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money. Luke 16:13
“Bring your whole tithe to My storehouse. Test me in this” says the Lord, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that you won’t have room enough for it! I will prevent pests from devouring your crops and the vines in your fields will be protected from plagues.” Malachi 3:10
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Luke 6:38
How do I start investing my life?
1) Find a church family.
2) Be faithful with all that God has given you.
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Prayer Request
- Gobble Bags
We’re providing meals for families in need this Thanksgiving. You can make a difference by donating $25 or more HERE. Your donation goes towards providing perishable food items such as turkeys. If you have NOT returned you filled Gobble bag, please do so no later than 10am tomorrow morning, November 25th. Thank you for making a difference this Thanksgiving.
- Girl Time’s Red & Green Gathering
Ladies our Red and Green Gathering is happening on Friday, December 6th at 6:00pm. It’s the perfect way to kick off the Christmas Season with live performances, a Christmas Market, food trucks, giveaways and more! Invite your mom, your sister and your girlfriends. Tickets are $20 per person. Purchase your tickets TODAY!
- 1830 Light Fight
1830 Ministry is excited about their annual Christmas Light Fight on Sunday, December 8th at 6:30pm. If you are between the ages of 18 to 30, you are going to have so much fun on a Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt all across Hays County. You can register HERE and we’ll help you get connected. Let the games begin!
Connection Group Questions:
Open It Up:
1) What does trust mean to you, and why do you think it is so vital in our relationship with God?
Explore It:
2) Read Luke 16:10-13. How does Jesus’ teaching about trust and money challenge our everyday decisions?
3) Psalm 24:1 says, “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.” How does this truth impact how you view your possessions and responsibilities?
Apply It:
4) How do you currently manage the resources God has entrusted to you (time, talents, finances, etc.)? What might God be asking you to change or improve?
5) Jesus teaches that trust is earned. What small steps can you take this week to demonstrate faithfulness in managing what God has given you?
6) In what ways do fear or doubt restrict your ability to trust God fully with your resources?
Check It:
7) Who or what is competing for first place in your life—God or something else (e.g., money, career, comfort)? How can you realign your priorities to serve God wholeheartedly?
8) Are you currently tithing or giving generously? If not, what’s holding you back? How can you take a step of faith in this area?
Imagine It:
9) Imagine standing before God and hearing, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” What changes do you need to make today to live a life that reflects this outcome?
10) What opportunities has God already given you that you might not be fully utilizing? How can you step into those opportunities more intentionally?
Closing Prayer:
Encourage group members to share one area where they feel challenged to trust God more. Pray together for faith and boldness to be trustworthy managers of all God has given.