25 September 2022
Bible readings for today |
CollectGod of resurrection,
where there is death, you bring new life; challenge our attachment to wealth and power, so that we may release others from the chains of poverty, hunger, and injustice, and the whole earth live to praise your name; through the Risen Christ, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. |
Luke 16:19-31
Is Lazarus in today's gospel passage the same as Lazarus in John 11? Quick answer - no. The Lazarus in John 11:43-44 refers to the brother of Martha and Mary. Jesus visited the sisters, Mary and Martha, and resurrected their dead brother, Lazarus. The Lazarus in today's story is a poor man who sat outside the city gates.
The Love of Money (1 Timothy 6:6-19)
Teaching Kids About MoneyThis passage in Timothy is a great launchpad to talk to your kids about money and finance. As they grow up, they will have choices to make about how they spend their pocket money, who they spend it on (themselves or others) and what they save for. Kids who have a healthy understanding of the value of money will become good stewards with all that God gives them.
An interesting Infographic from makeuseof.com which looks at how you can help teach your kids about finance. |
Sermons4kidsSermons4Kids has some resources for the Rich Man and Lazarus See here
Opportunities for givingAs we head towards the end of the year and with Christmas looming on the horizon in a few months time, it could be a good time to think about how you are going to approach the festive season. For some, Christmas can be a financially crippling time of year, when it is meant to be a celebration of God's grace and redemption.
You might like to think about 'doing christmas differently' with one of the following:
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