The Italian Memorandum

(Luke 12:13-21)

“So is the one who lays up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God”

(Luke 12:21)

Introduction: What’s treasure? and, what’s not?

I. What’s Behind the Question? (see Lk. 12:13-15)

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B. ______________________________________

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II. The Parable of the Rich Fool

A. Teaches that this man forgot-

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2. ___________________________________

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B. Teaches that he was hung up on _______________ .

Conclusion: The American system has historically emphasized the material side to living. Although this is a blessing, on the one hand, materialism tends to detract from the spiritual understanding. May you and yours’ be rich toward God.