Episode Details

What are you investing your life in, and what will last? In the final message of the “Chase What Matters” series, Pastor Chris Teien looks at Jesus’ teaching about treasure in Matthew 6 and the responsibility to use what God has entrusted to us. This sermon invites you to consider how you spend your time, use your abilities, and handle your resources.

Earthly possessions and achievements are temporary, but our choices can serve God’s eternal purposes. Jesus calls us to examine where our hearts are, live faithfully with what we have been given, and set our minds on our life with Him. Generosity and service cannot earn salvation, but they can express our trust in Christ and our desire to follow Him.

“Chase What Matters” Message Series 4 of 4

IN THIS MESSAGE

#1 RECOGNIZE THE TEMPORARY NATURE OF EARTHLY PURSUITS

Possessions can wear out, be stolen, or lose their importance with time. Jesus tells us to store up treasure in heaven rather than build our lives around what cannot last. This changes how we view both our belongings and our accomplishments. (Matthew 6:19-20)

#2 ALIGN YOUR HEART WITH GOD’S KINGDOM

Jesus says that where your treasure is, your heart will be also. What we pursue and protect reveals what matters to us, whether that is money, status, or something else. Ask God to help you value His purposes above the approval and security this world offers. (Matthew 6:21)

#3 STEWARD YOUR TIME, TALENTS, AND RESOURCES FAITHFULLY

In Jesus’ parable, servants are entrusted with different amounts and are responsible for what they do with them. Your time, abilities, opportunities, and resources are gifts to use faithfully. Begin with what God has placed in your hands, and look for ways to serve Him and help others. (Matthew 25:14-30; Ephesians 2:10)

#4 SET YOUR MIND ON ETERNAL THINGS

Paul urges those who have been raised with Christ to set their minds on things above. Remembering that this life is not all there is helps us make faithful choices now, even when the results are not immediately visible. (Colossians 3:1-2)

#5 PURSUE WHAT WILL LAST FOREVER

Our life is found in Christ, and His return gives believers a lasting hope. Investing in God’s kingdom includes sharing our faith, serving people, and using our resources for His purposes. The goal is to be faithful to Jesus with the life He has given us. (Colossians 3:3-4; Acts 1:8)

Consider where your time, energy, and money are going. Choose one way to use what God has entrusted to you for His purposes this week, and ask Christ to keep shaping what your heart values most.

SCRIPTURE

Primary passages: Matthew 6:19-21; Matthew 25:14-30; Colossians 3:1-4
Supporting passages: Acts 1:8; Ephesians 2:10

Transcript available at:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16506411

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I hope this message helps you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon transcripts at Well.faith, learn more at ChrisTeien.com, or come visit us at Rockwell Church in Virginia, Minnesota. If this message encouraged you, I’d love to hear from you at wellfaith24@gmail.com.