November 1, 2009
Preparation Scriptures: 1 Timothy 6: 17-19 and Jeremiah 32: 1-3a, 6-15
The secret to a successful Life or a successful Church is to develop and maintain a good foundation.
This sermon describes the reaction of an imprisoned Jeremiah, who has been requested to help a family member by purchasing a piece of unproductive land. In his agreement to do so, the family member is given the opportunity to again provide for his family, while Jeremiah's action gives renewed confidence to the future of his conquered nation of Israel which at that time was under the rule of Babylonia.
The lesson given is: Mammon (riches or material wealth) is that in which you put your trust.
For Jeremiah, Mammon (the love of God) was that in which he put his trust. He understood that Israel's future as a nation depended on their renewed belief and confidence in God's word. His “Good Foundation” was enjoying the contentment of serving God, rather than attempting to provide an abundance of security in worldly possessions.
We all have our special talents. These talents are gifts from God which he calls upon to help in his work. Some have special talents at making money. That's OK! God calls upon all of us to help there as well.
To listen to this sermon
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