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Introduction.
Greed is more than just wanting more—it’s the condition of a heart that never has enough. It twists blessings into burdens and possessions into poison. Jesus warned strongly against it:
Luke 12:15 (NIV): “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.”
Part 1:
What Is Greed?
Greed is the excessive desire for wealth or possessions with no regard for the needs of others or obedience to God. It is rooted in idolatry—putting things in the place of God.
Colossians 3:5 (NIV): “Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry.”
Part 2:
10 Steps That Lead to Greed
- Discontentment
Philippians 4:11–12 – Failing to be content with what we have. - Comparison with Others
Exodus 20:17 – Coveting others’ possessions. - Insecurity About the Future
Matthew 6:25–34 – Trusting wealth over God’s provision. - Lack of Generosity
Proverbs 11:24–25 – Holding back what could bless others. - Chasing Status
1 John 2:16 – Wanting possessions to boost image.
- Unbelief in God’s Sufficiency
Hebrews 13:5 – Believing we need more than God gives. - Idolizing Money or Success
Matthew 6:24 – Trying to serve both God and money. - Overworking for Material Gain
Ecclesiastes 5:10 – Never satisfied with income. - Justifying Selfish Decisions
James 4:17 – Knowing the right thing but choosing gain. - Ignoring the Needs of Others
1 John 3:17 – Closing our heart to others’ suffering.
Part 3:
10 Steps to Break Free from Greed
- Confess Greed as Sin
1 John 1:9 – Start with honesty and repentance. - Practice Gratitude Daily
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – Thankfulness kills greed. - Live Simply and Contentedly
1 Timothy 6:6–8 – Godliness with contentment is great gain. - Give Regularly and Generously
2 Corinthians 9:7 – A cheerful giver reflects a free heart. - Trust God’s Provision
Matthew 6:33 – Seek the Kingdom first; He’ll provide. - Serve Others With What You Have
Acts 20:35 – It’s more blessed to give than receive. - Limit Exposure to Material Temptation
Romans 12:2 – Don’t conform to this world’s values. - Focus on Eternal Rewards
Matthew 6:19–21 – Store up treasures in heaven. - Hold Possessions Loosely
Job 1:21 – “The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away.” - Surround Yourself With Godly Counsel
Proverbs 13:20 – Walk with the wise.
Conclusion:
The Antidote to Greed Is Generosity and Trust
Greed blinds us to God’s goodness. But generosity opens our eyes to His abundance.
2 Corinthians 8:9 (NIV): “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.”
Let the cross reshape your view of what it means to be truly rich.
