Matthew 6:1-4
God's provision is given presently so we have something to return in the future.
It is not only to sustain us, but also to enable us.
Where does our material resources come from?
Earnings
His gifts
God appears to care little about the amount of success
What should our goal be?
Our successes
His reward
What caused the downfall?
Fear
Why is there fear?
There is risk
It doesn't make sense
(listen and note what stands out to you in this section)
What is always the answer to fear?
Faith
Faith that
God will bless our efforts
God will reward our results
God will meet our needs
God will remain faithful - even when we mess up