And I will say to my soul, "Soul, you have many goods laid up for many years; take your ease; eat, drink, and be merry." But God said to him, "Fool! This night your soul will be required of you; then whose will those things be which you have provided?" (Luke 12:19-20)
The Bible repeatedly warns us to pay attention to spiritual matters. . . . the Lord is to have first place in our lives and be the center of our affections. He urges us to store up heavenly treasure by caring for the lost and hurting people around us. On whom is your attention focused?
Working hard and preparing for the future is a good thing and a responsible thing. However, it can become a selfish thing if not kept in check! The physical and tangible things such as food, clothing, homes, and money have no meaning if they are collected merely for selfish and personal gain. God provides not only for our personal needs but also for the needs of others around us as well. Our talents, our time, and our treasure is to be shared with those in need. We are not in this world alone and just as the rich man discovered, one day God will call everyone to give an account of himself as to how he lived. (Romans 14:12)
How will your life's story play out? There is time to change the ending . . . begin today!
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