Sunset Presbyterian Church Sermons

Mark 10:17-31 Key passage-Mark 10:21-22 Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go and sell everything you have and give it to the poor, and then you will have treasure in heaven. Then come and follow me. At this the man’s face fell. He went away sad because he had great wealth.” 1. The rich young man’s wealth was obviously of great import to him. Is there anything in your life of such great importance that it can conflict with putting Christ as your first priority? Please discuss. 2. Barb noted that the rich young man went away sad. Do you think he was content with his life? Why do think he was sad? 3. Think about things that bring you contentment. In your typical day, what kinds of things do you seek to bring fulfillment/contentment? How does Jesus fit in? 4. Barb reminded us that in the culture of Jesus’ time, wealth was seen as favor with God, while poverty indicated God’s disfavor. The disciples were stunned when He said it is very hard for the rich to enter the k