Better + Brighter: Be Rich

Better + Brighter: week 9: Be Rich

Jesus redefines what it means to be rich. True wealth isn’t found in what we accumulate but in what we invest in eternity. When we store up treasures in heaven, fix our vision on what matters, and choose the right Master, we discover a life that is truly better and brighter.

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  Week 9 — Be Rich

  Matthew 6:19-24

  What does it really mean to be rich?

  Our culture defines richness by accumulation—money, influence, experiences, and success. But Jesus flips that definition upside down. In Matthew 6, He invites us into a better kind of wealth—one rooted not in what fades, but in what lasts forever.

  Jesus begins by challenging our investments. Every one of us is investing our lives somewhere—time, money, attention, passion. The question isn’t if we’re investing, it’s where. Earthly investments eventually rust, break, or disappear. But eternal investments never lose value. When we give, serve, love, and build the Kingdom, we’re storing treasure that cannot be taken away.

  Then Jesus shifts to our vision. He says the eye is the lamp of the body, meaning what we focus on shapes who we become. A life centered on comparison, greed, or consumption grows darker over time. But a life focused on generosity and gratitude grows brighter. When we train our eyes to see like Jesus sees, our whole life fills with light.

  Finally, Jesus confronts our allegiance. We cannot serve both God and money. One will always win our trust. Money promises security but delivers anxiety. Jesus offers something better—peace, purpose, and abundance that goes far deeper than material wealth.

  If we want to live better and brighter, the invitation is simple: invest in eternity, fix your eyes on truth, and serve the right Master. That’s where true richness is found.

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  Small Group Curriculum - Week 9: Be Rich 

  Main Scripture - Matthew 6:19–24 

  Big Idea 

  True richness is found when God—not money—sits on the throne of our lives. 

  1. Connect (Ice Breaker) 

  What do people usually chase for security—money, comfort, success, approval? 

  2. Discover (Discussion & Questions) 

  Jesus reframes wealth around eternity. Generosity, contentment, and trust loosen money’s grip. 

  Discussion 

  • What do your priorities reveal? 

  • Why does money quietly rival God? 

  • Which weekday idea stood out most? 

  • How does generosity reshape the heart? 

  3. Respond 

  Personal Application 

  Where is God asking you to trust Him with resources? 

  Group Prayer Prompt 

  Ask God for contentment and open-handed hearts. 

  Memory Verse 

  Matthew 6:21 

  Challenge — Practice Generosity 

  Next Steps 

  • Give intentionally this week. 

  • Put God first with something tangible. 

  • Pray daily for contentment. 

  • Share next week what shifted. 

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