Matthew 6:20
“But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.”
Over the years I have seen many people experience an unexpected financial collapse. Retirement accounts that seem to be adequate for the golden years can suddenly melt like a snowman in 90-degree weather! Those who possess the least, however, seem to be the least concerned.
Over the years I have heard excuses from people who fail to honor God with their giving. They say that they want to wait until the house sells … get a raise … receive their inheritance … or income tax refund … and on it goes. They reason that when one (or all) of these events takes place they will then have more to give to the work of the Lord.
Do you recall the incident when Jesus was in the temple courts? He saw rich people putting their gifts into the temple treasury. He also saw a widow put in a very small amount. Jesus commented that the woman had given more than all of the others because they gave out of their surplus, but she gave out of what little she had to live on. Read about it in Luke 21:1-4. It is a tragedy that many people (even some churches) place more confidence in the treasures of this world that will pass away than in heavenly treasures that will last forever and forever.
It is time for a heart examination: What treasures mean the most to you? Where are your treasures being stored? One second into eternity, which treasures will have the most value?
Blessings dear hearts. May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
– – Pastor Cecil