Ep. 065 - The Dangers of Wealth - Part 5 - Generosity in the Early Church

In this episode, we dive deep into Acts 4 and 5, exploring the contrasting stories of Barnabas' generosity and the deceit of Ananias and Sapphira. We discuss how wealth can either lead us to be open-handed or dishonest, and the tension between community and individualism.

Join us as we unpack the early church's view on possessions, generosity, and the risks of greed. This episode challenges us to reflect on our own relationship with wealth and the importance of living with integrity and love within the body of Christ.

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Timestamps

0:00 - Intro to "Dangers of Wealth - Part 5"

1:47 - Two Stories from Acts 4:10 - Acts 4:33

6:20 - The Dishonesty of Ananias and Sapphira

9:15 - Acts 5:1-2

11:29 - The Damage of Greed

16:11 - Relationships Over Affluence

19:40 - Others Over Self

21:49 - Summary & Disclosures

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