For Wednesday, February 1, 2023:
Matthew 6:20 NLT, Jesus speaking: “Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal.”
The idea is that earthly treasure is temporary and deteriorating, i.e. moths and rust, whereas an investment in heaven is eternal. Remember the old saying, “You can’t take it with you!” It makes no sense to amass treasure on earth since you won’t be staying! You never see a semi full of earthly possessions following a hearse!
Most people think they’d be set for life with a windfall of twice their annual income. The truth is that that sum seldom last more than a year and a half. And statistically lottery winners aren’t happy. Winnings are wasted, and most winners are bankrupt within five years.
Jesus is counseling us to invest in heaven, where our treasure is safe forever. The good that has been done for the kingdom of God through the use of our assets lasts forever, and the work God does in us through faithful giving will stick with us into the next reality.
Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be! (Matt. 6:21)
Pastor Norton Lawellin
Jesus in the City Fellowship
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