Point: The affluent are always tempted to rely on things earthly and they do not find it easy to cast themselves on the mercy of God.

Point: One must come to God in humility in order to enter His Kingdom.

Point: Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled and he who humbles himself will be exalted.

Point: God's people should never quit praying or lose hope.

Point: The Kingdom of God is in your midst.

Point: Forgiveness is a practical act, not a feeling.

Point: The master commended the dishonest manager because he acted shrewdly, not because he was dishonest.

Point: The heavenly Father welcomes returning sinners.