March 10th, 2025
The True Treasure
Luke 12:13-21
Someone from the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” “Friend,” he said to him, “who appointed me a judge or arbitrator over you? ” He then told them, “Watch out and be on guard against all greed, because one’s life is not in the abundance of his possessions.” Then he told them a parable: “A rich man’s land was very productive. He thought to himself, ‘What should I do, since I don’t have anywhere to store my crops? I will do this,’ he said. ‘I’ll tear down my barns and build bigger ones and store all my grain and my goods there. Then I’ll say to myself, “You have many goods stored up for many years. Take it easy; eat, drink, and enjoy yourself.” “But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life is demanded of you. And the things you have prepared whose will they be? ’ “That’s how it is with the one who stores up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God.”
Someone from the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” “Friend,” he said to him, “who appointed me a judge or arbitrator over you? ” He then told them, “Watch out and be on guard against all greed, because one’s life is not in the abundance of his possessions.” Then he told them a parable: “A rich man’s land was very productive. He thought to himself, ‘What should I do, since I don’t have anywhere to store my crops? I will do this,’ he said. ‘I’ll tear down my barns and build bigger ones and store all my grain and my goods there. Then I’ll say to myself, “You have many goods stored up for many years. Take it easy; eat, drink, and enjoy yourself.” “But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life is demanded of you. And the things you have prepared whose will they be? ’ “That’s how it is with the one who stores up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God.”
Jesus' parable of the rich fool challenges us to examine where we place our trust and security. Are we like the man who hoarded his wealth, or are we investing in eternal treasures? Today, reflect on what you value most. Are your priorities aligned with God's kingdom? Remember, true wealth isn't measured by earthly possessions, but by our relationship with God and the impact we have on others. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal areas where you might be clinging too tightly to material things, and pray for the wisdom to store up treasures in heaven instead.
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