“Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell your possessions, and give to the needy. Provide yourselves with moneybags that do not grow old, with a treasure in the heavens that does not fail, where no thief approaches and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” – Luke 12:32-34
You might have heard some bad financial news in recent months. Fear not! God’s priorities and promises remain unchanged and crystal clear! As we learn to align our lives to His priorities we also lean into His promises. God’s priority isn’t the building up of our personal financial kingdoms. His priority is the building up of His Kingdom through the proclamation of the good news of Jesus Christ, the demonstration of Christ’s love and presence, and the salvation of people currently lost in their sin.
If we align our priorities to God’s priorities by investing our lives, our energy, and our possessions into God’s Kingdom, we may not wind up rich from a human perspective, but we grow rich in Christ. As we invest ourselves in God’s Kingdom we store up eternal treasure in heaven. Treasures of love, honor, respect, and responsibility. Treasure that isn’t affected by market crashes, runaway inflation, or supply chain disruptions. Treasure that will never fail or become worthless. Treasure that we’ll enjoy in God’s presence forever and ever.
Seek that treasure. Don’t fear for your earthly financial situation. Embrace the promise of God’s Kingdom and invest in heavenly treasure for your heart, emotions, thoughts, and dreams will also become invested in the glorious realities of heaven.