“6 Now godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. 8 And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content. 9 But those who DESIRE to be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and harmful lusts which drown men in destruction and perdition. 10 For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows……..17-19 Command those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches but in the living God, who gives us richly all things to enjoy. 18 Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share, 19 storing up for themselves a good foundation for the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.”
1 Timothy 6:6-10,17-19 (NKJV)
Discussion Questions:
- If God were to audit our financial decisions today, what story would they tell about our priorities, values, and eternal focus? Are our resources primarily building our personal comfort or advancing God’s Kingdom? （1 Tim 6:17; Deut 8:18；Ps 34:10）
- In what ways can the desire for success or financial security subtly blind us to spiritual danger, causing us to compromise values we once held firmly? How can we discern whether our pursuit is driven by God’s wisdom or by the love of money?(1 Timothy 6:9–10; Proverbs 10:21–23)
- If God were to limit my income tomorrow, would my joy, identity, or sense of worth collapse? What does my current level of generosity reveal about what I truly trust? (Phil 4:12-13; Luke 12:15)