TIMES OF SERVICES

SUNDAY: 9:30 A.M. BIBLE CLASS

10:30 A.M. WORSHIP

WEDNESDAY: 7 P.M. BIBLE CLASS

Welcome to the Haynes Street church of Christ

Lessons from the Rich Young Ruler

Luke 18:18-23: We like to play armchair quarterback, but how would you handle the situation if you were in the man’s shoes?

V. 21: “All these things I have kept…”The ruler was certain of his own ability to

live righteously, much like the Pharisee (v. 11-12).

Are we certain of our own ability to live righteously?

What kind of disciple are you?

Lessons from the Rich Young Ruler

Do you think of Jesus as “good”? Luke 18:18: Ruler calls Jesus, “Good Teacher.” But Jesus wants him to know he is speaking to

The Good Teacher, not just the average religious leader.

To the young man, Jesus’ words were not commands, but rather suggestions.

Our view of Jesus: Demonstrated by what we do, not what we say.

We are guilty of hypocrisy if we call Him Lord, but ignore His teaching.

Lessons from the Rich Young Ruler

Who or what is my god? Matt. 19:20: “What do I still lack?” God alone should be worshiped, obeyed,

adored. Young ruler: Trying to serve God and

mammon at the same time (Matt. 6:24). Is there a part of your life that you are

unwilling to surrender to Jesus Christ? Do not let anything get in the way of your

service to God.

Lessons from the Rich Young Ruler

What do you value, and how do you show it? Luke 18:22-23: Ruler valued his possessions more

than he did eternal life. Jesus was determining whether his treasure lay

with God or money (Matt. 6:19-21; Luke 16:13). Do you value eternal life above everything else? Is there something we would refuse to give up,

even if Jesus asked us to? If you want to find out what you truly value, think

about how you spend your time.

God’s Plan of Salvation

Hear (Romans 1:16; 10:14,17)Believe (John 8:24; Mark 16:16; Hebrews

11:6)Repent (Acts 2:38; 3:19; 17:30)Confess (Romans 10:9-10; Matthew 10:32-

33)Be baptized (Acts 2:38; 22:16; Mark 16:16)Live faithfully (Revelation 2:10; Matthew

6:33; Romans 12:1-2; I Corinthians 15:58)