Luke 12:13-21
In life, there are games that people play, and the fear of losing can be overwhelming. But as Christians, we must remember that our true treasure is not found in earthly possessions, but in our relationship with God.
Jesus told a parable about a rich fool who spent his life amassing wealth, but ultimately lost everything that truly mattered (Luke 12:13-21). The rich man’s farm produced a bountiful harvest, and he thought to himself, “I will tear down my barns and build bigger ones, and there I will store my surplus grain. And I’ll say to myself, ‘You have plenty of grain laid up for many years. Take life easy; eat, drink and be merry'” (Luke 12:18-19).
But God had other plans. That very night, the rich man’s life was demanded of him, and all his wealth and possessions were left behind (Luke 12:20). Jesus concluded the parable by saying, “This is how it will be with whoever stores up things for themselves but is not rich toward God” (Luke 12:21).
This parable teaches us the importance of prioritizing our relationship with God above all else. As the Bible says, “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal” (Matthew 6:19-20).
We must also recognize that our time on earth is limited, and we must make the most of it by seeking God and doing His will. As the Bible says, “Now is the time of God’s favour, now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2).
Let us not be like the rich fool, who spent his life accumulating wealth but lost everything that truly mattered. Instead, let us seek to store up treasures in heaven by living a life that honours God.
Prayer Points:
- Pray for a heart that seeks to prioritize God above all else.
- Pray for wisdom to recognize the fleeting nature of earthly possessions.
- Pray for a deeper understanding of the importance of storing up treasures in heaven.
- Pray for the courage to live a life that honours God, even in the face of worldly pressures.
- Pray for a greater sense of urgency to seek God and do His will.
Conclusion:
As we reflect on the parable of the rich fool, let us remember that our true treasure is not found in earthly possessions, but in our relationship with God. May we seek to store up treasures in heaven by living a life that honors God, and may we not be deceived by the fleeting nature of earthly wealth. As the Bible says, “For what shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?” (Mark 8:36).
Pastor Luke Okoro can be reached on 08051000462 for prayers and counselling.
