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Oct 2025
36m 45s

Greed: The Case of the Rich Young Ruler

TIM KELLER
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The rich young ruler looked like he had it made. He’s characterized by moral excellence and he’s financially wealthy. He’s got it so together that he even admits he doesn’t have it all together—that there’s still something he lacks. He isn’t sure what it is. He’s gotten to the top and realized, “I’ve almost made it.”  So he comes to Jesus and says, “I just n ... Show More
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