Video: 7 Deadly Sins "Greed"

Every one of us wrestles with sin on some level. Whether it is something overt like a propensity toward road rage or something hidden like an addiction to pornography, we all sin in life.

In the late 6th century Pope Gregory the Great introduced the world to a list of 7 Deadly Sins: pride, envy, anger, slothfulness, greed, gluttony and lust. Left unnoticed, Gregory believed these sins could destroy the heart and soul of man.

7 Deadly Sins is a small group series I created for Central Christian Church in Las Vegas, Nevada. I hope this lesson will spark thought and insight in your life as well.

7 Deadly Sins: Greed from Mike Arnold on Vimeo.

Opening up

In what way do you struggle with greed?  Why do we want more?  What possession would be the hardest for you to give up?  What is the difference between enjoying an item and worshiping it?  Where is the line crossed?  How often do you worry about money?

Dig In

Read Philippians 4:10-13. 

·      Think about a time when you were in need.  Think about a time when you had plenty.  What was the difference in your disposition?

·      What is the key to Paul’s contentment in life?

·      Has there ever been a time when you have been in need and felt contentment in God?

·      How would your life be different if you solely found your contentment in Christ?

·      Read Philippians 4:13 again.  How can you practically live in the strength of God?

Live it Out

Jesus once said, “It is better to give than to receive.”  One of the best ways to address the sin of greed is to switch your focus from taking to giving.

·      What is one way you could give this week?

·      Is there something you were going to purchase this week that you don’t really need?  Can you delay this for a couple of weeks and use the resources to bless someone else?

·      Paul gave everything he had to advance the message of Jesus Christ.  In what ways should we give to do the same?