True Treasure

In Session Thirteen, Paul closes his letter to Timothy by urging those who are rich in this world not to set their hope on the uncertainty of earthly resources, but on God. Rather than investing in temporary things, he calls us to pursue true treasure that will endure forever. His final charge to Timothy instructs him to guard all that has been Entrusted to him through the grace of God.

Verses Used:

1 Timothy 6:17

Jeremiah 9:23

2 Corinthians 8:9

1 Timothy 6:18-19

Luke 12:15-21

1 Timothy 6:20-21

Discussion Questions: 

What dangers do riches present, according to 1 Timothy 6:17? How have you seen this to be true in your own life when you’ve had seasons of comfort, or in the lives of others? 

Often when we think of God’s provision in our lives, we think only of monetary or material things. What else does Scripture say God richly supplies us?

What does 1 Timothy 6:18 instruct us to do? What does this verse mean? In what ways are you obeying this verse? How could you better obey this verse?

How can we store up for ourselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future?

What does Paul instruct Timothy to guard in 1 Timothy 6:20-21, and what is the consequence of not doing so? 

How can you guard the things entrusted to you and entrust them to others?