Matthew 6:19-24 (Oct 15, 2008)

19"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

22"The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light. 23But if your eyes are bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness!

24"No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money.

This evening we talked about treasures--both earthly and heavenly. We discussed the differences between the two. One is perishable, desirable, storable. The other is imperishable, eternal. The problem and danger with earthly treasures is the pride, joy and comfort that comes with it and how it takes away our focus from God and His promise. While money/treasures can be used to further God's kingdom we must be wary of our intentions and not let personal greed tempt us into accumulating wealth for personal gain. Serving wealth is to want more wealth which is used to accumulate more wealth... what a vicious and futile cycle!

We cannot serve two Masters! Choose your adventure wisely, traveller.

Announcements:
- We'll be having ice breakers going forward to get people talking! Don't fret, we won't ask you to solve calculus problems.
- Halloween for SJ is at the clubhouse at Marina/Ben's complex. Dress us and invite some friends. Keep in mind that we can't have too many guests due to space, though!
- Oct 19 (Sunday) = Men's Meat and Greet at Cheasapeake. Contact Sam K. It's a great time to meet people and scarf down on MEAT!
- Oct 19 (Sunday) = Women's card making at Acacia. Contact Yukari. Come and get crafty! We'll be making nifty cards that you'll have a hard time giving away because you'll want to keep them for your own enjoyment!

And now for your enjoyment -- pictures of the food crew!

Thanks to Sam and Justin for cooking up some awesome apple chicken and veggies! MMM MM good!