Learning from an Unbeliever

Lesson 1: Believers can learn from the way the steward:

(Part I) ________ __________________ that he would give an account (Luke 16:2-3; Rom 14:10; 2 Cor 5:10).
(Part II) ________ the ______________ to prepare for the future (Luke 16:4-7).
(Part III) ____________ friends (Luke 16:9).

Lesson 2: If we can't be faithful ________ __________, we can't be faithful with much else (Luke 16:10-12; Matt 6:19-21).

Lesson 3: We must ____________ ______________ God and money (Luke 16:13).

Family Worship Guide

Memory Verses: Luke 12:12

Day 1: Luke 16:1-8, Rom 14:10, 2 Cor 5:10, and discuss: In light of the Judgment Seat of Christ, how seriously should we take our stand for Christ? How should our motive of service be influenced by our giving an account to Christ? What are some competing desires or allegiances that distract us from considering the reality of our giving an account to Christ?

Day 2: Luke 16:4-7 and discuss: In what way does the unjust stewart model how we should be preparing for the future? Were his actions incidental or intentional? How should our approach be toward our future in eternity? How should your view of assets change in light of your future? 

Day 3: Luke 16:9-13, Matt 6:19-21, and discuss: How does our faithful stewardship of earthly treasure speak to our stewardship of eternal treasures? Can there ever be a way to serve God and serve money? Why is that so? What investment do you want to make that will outlast your time on earth? What changes do you need to make for this to happen?