The JESUS Film 24 Day ChallengeSample
"The JESUS Film 24-Day Challenge: Day 12"
Review
Jesus frequently told parables, which were simple stories with a deeper meaning, in order to demonstrate truths. In one case, as Jesus exposed someone’s greedy heart, He told the story of a rich man whose only desire was to accumulate more possessions (Luke 12:16–21). In the end, what did the rich man’s hoard gain for him? Nothing—he was a fool, because at his death he had put no effort into a relationship with God.
Like the rich man in this chapter, many people strive for wealth. Their only real goal is to fulfill the desires of their deceitful hearts, completely ignoring the true wealth that can only come from God. Money and possessions are not inherently evil, but they can easily distract us from what is truly important.
Reflect
- What comfort can we find in Jesus’ promise about what evil people can do to us?
- What mistakes did the rich man make as he planned for his future?
- What reasons did Jesus give as to why we don’t need to worry?
- What did Jesus teach about the need to be faithful in whatever He calls us to do?
Respond
God, You are more valuable than anything I could experience or own. Provide for my needs, but please don’t let me be captivated by the desire for possessions. I want to be rich in my love for You, believing and obeying Your Word. Give me the faith to believe all Your promises, and to trust You with my life and future.
In Jesus’ name, amen.
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About this Plan
Whether you are a believer in Christ, simply interested in investigating the Christian faith, or even a skeptic, let me give you what I call the 24- Day Challenge! The book of Luke has 24 chapters, so my challenge to you is to simply read one chapter a day for 24 days. There is no substitute for being exposed to this first-century, first-hand account of the life of Jesus Christ. - Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer, Senior Pastor of The Moody Church
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