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Here & Now || Living Abundantly

One Life Church • Feb 15, 2026 • 85 min

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Take this message with you through a journey of Scripture, reflection, and prayer.

Summary

In this message, Pastor Jared Moore reminds believers that God has designated the church—not money or political power—as His primary plan to bring hope to a broken world. By managing resources through giving, saving, and trusting God first, believers break free from the traps of idolatry and financial anxiety. Putting God's kingdom first aligns every other detail of daily life under His faithful fatherly care.

Themes

Financial StewardshipTrust and AnxietyIdolatry and ControlKingdom PrioritiesSpiritual Awakening

Key Points

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God designated the church, rather than political power or financial wealth, as His primary plan to bring hope and restoration to a broken world.
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Accumulating temporary earthly possessions leads to decay, clutter, and breakdown, whereas investing in God's kingdom creates lasting impact that can never be stolen or destroyed.
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Where you place your treasure directly reveals where your heart is, as money and spiritual devotion are inextricably linked.
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The 10-10-80 principle offers a practical structure for financial management: give the first 10% to God, save 10%, and live contentedly on the remaining 80%.
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Money is morally neutral and serves as a helpful tool, but it becomes a destructive master when relied upon for ultimate identity or security.
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Idolatry often manifests as an excessive need to control circumstances or financial outcomes rather than trusting God's provision.
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Anxiety stems from trying to control every outcome, but God deeply values His children and promises to care for their daily needs just as He feeds the birds of the air.
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When believers seek God's kingdom and His righteousness first, all other life choices, responsibilities, and worries align in their proper place under His care.

Sermon Moments

“Find out where your treasure is and you'll likely find your heart there. Show me your bank account, I'll show you who's first.”

“The illustration of a college flip phone stored in a garage box, once cutting-edge technology but now unable to turn on, illustrating the temporary nature of earthly goods.”

“Money is a great servant, but it's a horrible master.”

“An idol is anything we find our identity in or our sense of security in.”

“The illustration of a jar filled with sand and gravel representing life stressors, showing that putting the big rocks of God's kingdom in first allows everything else to fit properly.”

“The story of founding pastor Dave Faulkner passing a runner's baton to Pastor Jared, symbolizing the transfer of spiritual leadership and responsibility to the next generation.”

This Week

Practice giving the first 10% of income to God as a priority rather than offering leftover funds.

Establish a habit of saving 10% of earnings to build financial stability and healthy margin for future needs.

Align daily spending within the remaining 80% of income, cultivating contentment with what God provides.

Identify areas where an excessive desire for financial control or security has created anxiety or replaced trust in God.

Surrender specific worries and anxieties to God in prayer rather than attempting to manipulate every outcome personally.

Prioritize God's kingdom and His righteousness in daily decision-making, family life, and financial planning.

Take proactive steps of faith to answer God's calling and serve His church rather than remaining comfortable or spiritually dormant.

Remember This

When we prioritize God's kingdom above earthly security, our anxieties and priorities fall into their proper place under His fatherly care.

A Challenge for You

Take the baton, run your race, and fully step into the call that God has on your life while holding nothing back.

These are personal sermon notes shared to help you remember the message — not a replacement for Scripture, your church, or your pastors.