Jesus gave us the world’s best investment strategy when He said:“ ‘Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal’ ” (Matthew 6:19, 20, NKJV). Jesus concludes His investment strategy by saying, “ ‘For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also’ ” (Matthew 6:21, NKJV). In other words: show Me what you spend your money on, and I will show you where your heart is, because wherever you put your money, your heart is sure to follow, if it’s not there already.
Do you want a heart for the kingdom of God? If so, then put your money where it will reap eternal rewards. Put your time and your money and prayer into God’s work. If you do, you will soon become even more interested in that work, and your heart will follow, as well. This week we will review texts and illustrations that show us how to store up treasures in heaven and, ultimately, reap an eternal reward.
Thought question: What will happen to our possessions when Jesus comes? (See 2 Peter 3:10.) In fact, what can happen to them even before Jesus comes? (See Matthew 6:20.) Why, then, is it always important to keep things in the proper perspective?
Laying up treasure in heaven (Qtr 1 - Week 6: 11 February) Part1
Laying up treasure in heaven (Qtr 1 - Week 6: 11 February) Part2
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