Matthew 6: 20-21
"But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
Success can be measured in many ways, dependent upon whom you are and the culture you live in. Having material wealth often is viewed as a sign of accomplishment and is supposed to offer us security and freedom. It shows that we are achievers in this world, and the ancient philosophers thought this was a sign of good grace from God or gods.
Jesus however teaches otherwise. We are given the responsibility for our environment, and the next person and we are stewards, not owners, of the goods entrusted to us, material or spiritual.
How we live out our Christian faith is important/ A pillar in our faith is the belief of charity towards others; taking a part of your own surplus and sharing it with others, especially the needy, but as an expression of your faith for God alone to see.
The quoted Bible passage teaches us to trust in God for daily needs and to use his gifts to us as good stewards of his world. If we listen to His word and follow His instruction, we shall accomplish His purpose. Treasure will come to us in heaven. On that promise we can depend. We are called to truly submit to His will and put our own wishes and thoughts in line with His thoughts.
Prayer: Father in heaven! Please help me to clearly see your will in my life. Guide my thoughts and deeds to fulfill your purpose and plan. Let me always listen and hear you when you speak to me. Amen.
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