Managing Materialism

As we head into the season of Thanksgiving, we study a timely message from James on how our wealth is a blessing from God to be used in ways that glorify Him.

// Small Group Questions

1. What did God teach you through this passage and sermon? Share the work of God in your heart with the group.

2. What questions did this passage and sermon raise in your mind? This would be a great opportunity as a group to use the Ask a Pastor feature and that way we can address it either directly or in the messages in the future.

3. Although this passage is a characterization of a world without Christ, we can never consider ourselves immune (rich or poor) to materialism in our lives. What are the potential pitfalls in your life, and how do you guard against them?

4. How do we evaluate whether we are using our wealth for God’s glory or selfindulgence?

5. When faced with injustice, how do God’s compassion and mercy encourage us to stay faithful to Him?