1. Q: Are you content? Q: Are you content no matter your circumstances? Caretaker www.churchmorningstar.com Select ‘Sermons’

2. Take it home! God intends for you to be a caretaker ! What do you need to give back to Him today?

3. Deuteronomy 10: 14 To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it.

4. Psalm 24: 1 The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it…

5. Deuteronomy 10: 14 To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. Psalm 24: 1 The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it… 1 st Corinthians 10: 26 "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it."

6. Deuteronomy 10: 14 To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. Psalm 24: 1 The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it… 1 st Corinthians 10: 26 "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it." Psalm 50: 10 Every animal of the forest is Mine, and the cattle on a thousand hills. 11 I know every bird in the mountains, and the creatures of the field are mine. 12 If I were hungry I would not tell you, for the world is mine, and all that is in it.

7. Deuteronomy 10: 14 To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. Psalm 24: 1 The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it… 1 st Corinthians 10: 26 "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it." Psalm 50: 10 Every animal of the forest is mine, and the cattle on a thousand hills. 11 I know every bird in the mountains, and the creatures of the field are Mine. 12 If I were hungry I would not tell you, for the world is mine, and all that is in it.

8. Deuteronomy 10: 14 To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. Psalm 24: 1 The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it… 1 st Corinthians 10: 26 "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it." Psalm 50: 10 Every animal of the forest is mine, and the cattle on a thousand hills. 11 I know every bird in the mountains, and the creatures of the field are mine. 12 If I were hungry I would not tell you, for the world is Mine, and all that is in it.

9. To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. The earth is the LORD's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it… … the world is Mine, and all that is in it. God owns _____________. That includes everything I think of as ________. It also includes ______. everything mineme

10. Romans 12: 1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God - this is your spiritual (reasonable) act of worship.

12. Philippians 2: 5 Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus, 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, 7 but made Himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death, even death on a cross!

16. …offer your bodies as living sacrifices… Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus… (He) made Himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant… My proper ____________ to God is to live as His ___________, the ____________ of that which He ________. response servant caretaker owns

17. The choice: To live my way, or God’s way…

18. What are the characteristics of a caretaker? “Any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be My disciple.” (Luke 14:33) 1) He has given up his _______________ to the One who really ________ them. possessions owns

19. "Others (seeds) fell among the thorns, and the thorns came up and choked them out… And the one on whom seed was sown among the thorns, this is the man who hears the word, and the worry of the world and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful…” (Matthew 13:7 & 22) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

20. "Others (seeds) fell among the thorns, and the thorns came up and choked them out… And the one on whom seed was sown among the thorns, this is the man who hears the word, and the worry of the world and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful…” (Matthew 13:7 & 22) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

21. And someone came to Him and said, "Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may obtain eternal life?" … Jesus said to him, "If you wish to be complete, go and sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me." But when the young man heard this statement, he went away grieving; for he was one who owned much property. (Matthew 19:16- 23) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

22. And someone came to Him and said, "Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may obtain eternal life?" … Jesus said to him, "If you wish to be complete, go and sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me." But when the young man heard this statement, he went away grieving; for he was one who owned much property. (Matthew 19:16-23) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

23. And someone came to Him and said, "Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may obtain eternal life?" Jesus said to him, "If you wish to be complete, go and sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me." But when the young man heard this statement, he went away grieving; for he was one who owned much property. (Matthew 19:16-23) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

24. 2) He does not allow __________ (or the lack of it) to come between him and his ________. wealth Lord What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

25. Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve. (Colossians 3:23-24) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

26. Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve. (Colossians 3:23-24) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

27. Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve. (Colossians 3:23-24) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

28. Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; not by way of eyeservice, as men-pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart. With good will render service, as to the Lord, and not to men, knowing that whatever good thing each one does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether slave or free. (Ephesians 6:5-8) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

29. Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; not by way of eyeservice, as men- pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart. With good will render service, as to the Lord, and not to men, knowing that whatever good thing each one does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether slave or free. (Ephesians 6:5-8) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

30. Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; not by way of eyeservice, as men- pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart. With good will render service, as to the Lord, and not to men, knowing that whatever good thing each one does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether slave or free. (Ephesians 6:5-8) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

31. And masters, do the same things to them, and give up threatening, knowing that both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no partiality with Him. (Ephesians 6:9) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

32. For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. For we hear that some among you are leading an undisciplined life, doing no work at all, but acting like busybodies. Now such persons we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to work in quiet fashion and eat their own bread. (2 nd Thessalonians 3:10-12) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

33. For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. For we hear that some among you are leading an undisciplined life, doing no work at all, but acting like busybodies. Now such persons we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to work in quiet fashion and eat their own bread. (2 nd Thessalonians 3:10-12) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

34. For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. For we hear that some among you are leading an undisciplined life, doing no work at all, but acting like busybodies. Now such persons we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to work in quiet fashion and eat their own bread. (2 nd Thessalonians 3:10-12) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

35. For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. For we hear that some among you are leading an undisciplined life, doing no work at all, but acting like busybodies. Now such persons we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to work in quiet fashion and eat their own bread. (2 nd Thessalonians 3:10-12) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

36. 3) He realizes that he _________ for God, so he works ____________ and minimizes his financial _______________ on others. works diligently dependence What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

37. I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction. For I command you today to love the LORD your God, to walk in His ways, and to keep His commands, decrees and laws; then you will live and increase, and the LORD your God will bless you in the land you are entering to possess. (Deuteronomy 30:15-16) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

38. I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction. For I command you today to love the LORD your God, to walk in His ways, and to keep His commands, decrees and laws; then you will live and increase, and the LORD your God will bless you in the land you are entering to possess. (Deuteronomy 30:15-16) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

39. I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction. For I command you today to love the LORD your God, to walk in His ways, and to keep His commands, decrees and laws; then you will live and increase, and the LORD your God will bless you in the land you are entering to possess. (Deuteronomy 30:15-16) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

40. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians 6:7-9) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

41. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians 6:7-9) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

42. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians 6:7-9) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

43. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians 6:7-9) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

44. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians 6:7-9) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

45. 4) He makes ___________ carefully, realizing that each one has _________________. choices consequences What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

46. Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body. (1 st Corinthians 6:19-20) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

47. Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body. (1 st Corinthians 6:19-20) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

48. Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body. (1 st Corinthians 6:19-20) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

49. …As (a man) thinks within himself, so he is… (Proverbs 23:7) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

50. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. (2 nd Corinthians 10:5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

51. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. (Romans 12:2) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

52. 5) He takes care of his _________ and _________, knowing that they belong to _______. body mind What are the characteristics of a caretaker? God

53. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. (Philippians 2:3) 6) He is __________ and regards others more than ___________. humble himself What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

54. "Then the King will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.' What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

55. "Then the King will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.' What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

56. "Then the King will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.' What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

57. "Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?' What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

58. "Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?' What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

59. "Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?' What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

60. "The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.‘ (Matthew 25:34-40) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

61. All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all. There were no needy persons among them…(Acts 4:32-35) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

62. All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all. There were no needy persons among them…(Acts 4:32-35) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

63. All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all. There were no needy persons among them…(Acts 4:32-35) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

64. All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all. There were no needy persons among them… What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

65. …For from time to time those who owned lands or houses sold them, brought the money from the sales and put it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to anyone as he had need. (Acts 4:32-35) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

66. 7) He __________ from his wealth as others have _________. shares need What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

67. Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another. Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. I am the LORD. Do not defraud your neighbor or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of a hired man overnight. (Leviticus 19:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

68. Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another. Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. I am the LORD. Do not defraud your neighbor or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of a hired man overnight. (Leviticus 19:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

69. Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another. Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. I am the LORD. Do not defraud your neighbor or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of a hired man overnight. (Leviticus 19:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

70. Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another. Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. I am the LORD. Do not defraud your neighbor or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of a hired man overnight. (Leviticus 19:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

71. Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another. Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. I am the LORD. Do not defraud your neighbor or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of a hired man overnight. (Leviticus 19:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

72. Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another. Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. I am the LORD. Do not defraud your neighbor or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of a hired man overnight. (Leviticus 19:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

73. Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another. Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. I am the LORD. Do not defraud your neighbor or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of a hired man overnight. (Leviticus 19:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

74. Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. (Ephesians 4:25) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

75. LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman… (Psalm 15:1-5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

76. LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman… (Psalm 15:1-5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

77. LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman… (Psalm 15:1-5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

78. LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman… (Psalm 15:1-5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

79. LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman… What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

80. … who despises a vile man but honors those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath even when it hurts, who lends his money without usury and does not accept a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken. (Psalm 15:1- 5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

81. …who despises a vile man but honors those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath even when it hurts, who lends his money without usury and does not accept a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken. (Psalm 15:1-5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

82. …who despises a vile man but honors those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath even when it hurts, who lends his money without usury and does not accept a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken. (Psalm 15:1-5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

83. …who despises a vile man but honors those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath even when it hurts, who lends his money without usury and does not accept a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken. (Psalm 15:1-5) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

84. The righteous man leads a blameless life; blessed are his children after him. (Proverbs 20:7) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

85. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy." (1 st Peter 1:15-16) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

86. 8) He is __________ and knows the value of _____________. honest integrity What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

87. Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody. (1 st Thessalonians 4:11-12) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

88. Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody. (1 st Thessalonians 4:11-12) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

89. …that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior… (1 st Timothy 2:2-3) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

90. …that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior… (1 st Timothy 2:2-3) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

91. 9) He leads a _______, _________ life of __________ to God. quietsimple service What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

92. I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

93. I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

94. I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

95. I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:11-13) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

96. Godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment. For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either. If we have food and covering, with these we shall be content. (1 st Timothy 6:6-8) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

97. Godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment. For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either. If we have food and covering, with these we shall be content. (1 st Timothy 6:6-8) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

98. Godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment. For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either. If we have food and covering, with these we shall be content. (1 st Timothy 6:6-8) What are the characteristics of a caretaker?

99. 10) He is ___________ no matter what his _________________, ___________ that the Lord is ___________. Welcome Kent Canaday! content circumstances What are the characteristics of a caretaker? satisfied enough

100. Take it home! God intends for you to be a caretaker ! How does your character need to change?