10. What application does Christ make of this parable?
“So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God.” Verse 21. See 1 Tim. 6:7.
11. By what means can men lay up treasure in heaven?
“Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.” Luke 12:33. See 1 Tim. 6:7.
12. What charge was Timothy instructed to give the rich?
“Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not high-minded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate; laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.” 1 Tim. 6:17-19.
13. How does God regard such a course?
“But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.” Heb 13:16.
14. According to what rule should one give?
“Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord thy God which He hath given thee.” Deut. 16:17.