Learning doesn’t happen by listening. Something is learned when it is heard, reflected upon and practiced. To that end, the resources recommended on this page are tools that help us reflect on and put into practice the teaching we listen to each Sunday.
SERMON STUDY GUIDE
Looking for a good tool for discipleship, individual study or Small Group discussion? Pinelake’s Small Group Ministry team has prepared a custom written study guide to help further examine the weekly topics from the “Give Hope” message series. | Sermon Study Guide (PDF download)
“GIVE HOPE” ACTION STEP
How can you give hope to the prosperous? During the message Senior Pastor Chip Henderson recommended the following book about focusing on what really matters most in life:
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Half Time: Moving from Success to Significance by Bob Buford |
| Books: | ![]() Your Money Counts |
![]() Navigating the Dark Side of Wealth |
![]() Silver Spoon Kids |
ONLINE ARTICLES & RESOURCES
We recommend the following articles that compliment today’s message:
Psychologist Dr. Paul White’s blog “Putting it Together” offers great perspective on balancing family and business. | MORE
Posts from Dr. White:
The Price of Privilege
A review of “The Price of Privilege” by Madeline Lavine | MORE
The Dark Side of Wealth
A series of posts about risks associated with growing up in affluent families
Risk #1 – Drug and alcohol abuse | MORE
Risk #2 – No sense of direction or purpose in life | MORE
Risk #3 – Low self-esteem | MORE
What is the Purpose of Work? | MORE





