Josh McGuire | How Jesus Handled His Money | Austin CFC | 2021-05-23
Summary
The speaker argues that following Jesus means conforming one's entire life—from childhood through adulthood—to His example, not just focusing on His public ministry. He connects this concept of discipleship to the stewardship of money, noting that handling finances is a test of true spiritual riches. The message uses the biblical account of Mary presenting Jesus at the temple as an illustration of following established religious law.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What do 20 verses have in common?Jesus consistently calls his disciples to follow his example, acting as our forerunner in every stage of life.
Looking at how Jesus handled moneyMoney is described as a test of true spiritual riches, prompting us to examine how Jesus approached finances.
Jesus born into a poor familyMary and Joseph offered two turtle doves instead of a lamb for purification, revealing their poverty under levitical law.
How Jesus received money during ministryJesus provided tax money through a miraculous fish and received financial support from women who contributed out of their private means.
Working as a carpenter and supporting familyBefore ministry, Jesus worked as a carpenter, likely supporting his mother and siblings after Joseph passed away.
How Jesus spent his moneyObserving the disciples' assumptions during the Last Supper shows that Jesus used funds to buy necessary provisions and give to the poor.
Did Jesus tithe?Tithing involved joyful celebration in God's presence, purchasing desired food, and providing for the levite, orphan, widow, and stranger.
A warning against judging othersWhen the disciples indignantly criticized the woman who poured expensive perfume on Jesus, they demonstrated how zeal can turn into self-righteous judgment.
