Lessons from the Rich Young Man

Jesus encounters a rich young man seeking to please God. Jesus advises him to follow the commandments and challenges him to sell his possessions and give to the poor. The young man struggles with this advice due to his love for wealth. Jesus uses this moment to teach about the spiritual dangers of materialism and the importance of prioritizing God's commands over material possessions.

What did the rich young man ask Jesus?

• What is the meaning of life

• How to perform miracles

• What is good to please God

• How to become wealthy

Which commandments did Jesus mention to the young man?

• Do not commit adultery, do not worship idols

• Love your neighbor as yourself

• Do not covet, do not bear false witness

• Do not lie, cheat, or steal

How did the young man feel after hearing Jesus' initial response?

• Indifferent

• Confused

• Angry

• Happy

What additional instruction did Jesus give to the young man?

• Build a temple

• Fast for 40 days

• Pray daily

• Sell all his goods and give to the poor

Why was the young man saddened by Jesus' advice?

• He loved his money and possessions

• He did not understand it

• He was afraid of the poor

• He thought it was too easy

What did Jesus explain to the people nearby after the young man left?

• The importance of prayer

• The value of hard work

• The dangers of loving money

• The need for fasting

What lesson should we learn from the story of the rich young man?

• Ignore the poor

• Follow the crowd

• Never let material things keep us from God's commands

• Always seek wealth