WEEK 9: YOU MUST NOT STEAL 

• What’s something you borrowed from someone and never gave back? 

• Why do you think it’s easy to justify taking something that doesn’t belong to us when it seems small or insignificant? 
• What are some ways people steal that might not necessarily involve taking someone’s money or possessions? 

Read Ephesians 4:28 (NLT)

• What are the three specific instructions Paul gives in this verse? 
• Why do you think Paul connects working hard with giving generously? 
• How does this verse challenge the way our culture thinks about money, work, and possessions? 
• What is the difference between simply not stealing and actually living generously? 

1. HUSTLE. 

• Is there an area of your life where you need to stop chasing shortcuts or excuses and start working harder?
• Read Proverbs 12:11 and 1 Timothy 5:8. 

2. HUMBLE YOURSELF. 

• Why can it be so difficult to ask for help when we’re struggling, and how might God use others to provide for our needs?
• Read Matthew 7:11 and Philippians 4:19. 

3. HELP OTHERS. 

• Who is someone in your life or community that you could intentionally help or bless this week? 
• Read Proverbs 11:25. 

TALK ABOUT IT:  

• What is the ONE STEP you need to take to live with more integrity and generosity this week?