Money, Work, and Generosity — an open hand releasing coins that fall as seed into the soil

The rich young rulerMark 10:17-31Length: Standard

Eat

Read the passage slowly, read it again, then retell it in your own words. If you can't retell it, read it once more.

  • Read
  • Reread
  • Retell

Digest

Answer from what the passage actually says — stay in the text.

  1. What does this passage show me about God?

    • What does Jesus tell the man to do, and how does the man respond?
  2. What does it show me about people — and about myself?

    • What would be hardest for you to let go of if Jesus asked for it?
  3. What will I obey this week? (a concrete step, with a day)

    • What one possession or plan will you loosen your grip on this week?
  4. Who will I tell?

    • Who could you tell that with God all things are possible — even a changed heart about money?

Grow

Growth is God's part, not yours. Do the cycle faithfully and trust Him to give the growth (1 Corinthians 3:6–7).

Pray

Jesus, you looked at the young man and loved him even as you asked for everything. Show me what I am holding instead of you, and help me trust that you are worth more.