Two Views of Stewardship

TWO VIEWS OF STEWARDSHIP
John 12:1-11

Pastor Terry Wilcox

FOUR GROUPS REPRESENTED

1. John 12:2-3 – Martha, Mary, and Lazarus = devoted followers
2. John 12:4 – Judas and other disciples = covetous
3. John 12:9 – Large group of Jews = curious, show me
4. John 12:10 – Priests = carnal and criticalMatthew 26:13
   Luke 10:39
   Luke 10:41-42

1. In Mary we see a humble servant treasuring time with Jesus while giving rather than asking
2. Looking at Judas we see a deceitful attitude and a pious excuse
   John 12:4-6
   A person’s sight depends on what is inside them
3. In John 12:3 we see the humility of Mary
   Our actions reveal our attitudes
   John 13:8
4. A look at Judas reveals his pridefulnessJohn 12:4 – “Judas objected”
   We make a strategic error not realizing Satan also attacks our strengths
   Privilege and position are not a substitute for faith and obedience

TWO OBSERVATIONS

1. John 12:7-8
   Seize the opportunity
2. John 12:5
   When we give to God – others are blessed

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