The God Who Owns All Good Things
Scripture Focus
Exodus 20:15
You shall not steal.
Ephesians 4:28
Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.
God Gives Ownership, But He Remains the True Owner
Genesis 2:15–17
The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it. And the Lord God commanded the man, saying, “You may surely eat of every tree of the garden, but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall surely die.”
Stealing Begins When We Do Not Trust God’s Goodness
Genesis 3:1–7
Now the serpent was more crafty than any other beast of the field that the Lord God had made.
He said to the woman, “Did God actually say, ‘You shall not eat of any tree in the garden’?” And the woman said to the serpent, “We may eat of the fruit of the trees in the garden, but God said, ‘You shall not eat of the fruit of the tree that is in the midst of the garden, neither shall you touch it, lest you die.’” But the serpent said to the woman, “You will not surely die. For God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate, and she also gave some to her husband who was with her, and he ate.
WHY DO WE STEAL
- Scarcity
- Entitlement
- Comparison
- Fear
Stealing Damages People Because It Damages Trust
Acts 4:34-35
There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold and laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.
Jesus Redeems Ownership By Making Takers Into Givers
Ephesians 4:28 is so important.
Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.
Jesus Is the True Owner Who Gives Everything Away
John 10:7-11
So Jesus again said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
Coming Up!
L.Y.A. Worship Night
This community is for Young Adults who have graduated high school and are between the ages of 18-29, looking to cultivate a community, foster relationships with each other and Jesus. Join us for a time of worship, teaching, and socializing! Learn more.
🗓️ Sunday, May 31 - 🕖 7pm - 📍 Room 320 (Building 2)
Seniors Gathering (Ages 60+)
Join us for a special International Day as we celebrate stories, cultures, and what God has done around the world—right here together. This is a fun, meaningful afternoon to connect, share, and learn from one another in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Learn more
🗓️ Thursday, June 4 - 🕖 12-2pm - 📍 Coffee Shop (Building 2)Child Dedication Class
Child dedication gives parents the opportunity to publicly commit to raise their child to know and follow Jesus. This class is provided for parents to learn more about their role as their child’s primary faith trainer. Learn more
🗓️ Sunday, June 7 - 🕖 9am - 📍 Room 201Wednesday Night Spring Celebration
Our Wednesday night programs will break for the summer, and we are going to end the school year with a BANG! Color War for Students, Neon Night for Voyagers, Water Wars for G.L.O.W., and a Prayer & Worship Night for adults. Learn more
🗓️ Wednesday, June 17
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