Mark 10:12
Disheartened by the saying, he went away sorrowful, for he
had great possessions.
The rich young man came to Jesus to inquire how he could inherit eternal life. The young man proclaimed knowledge of the commandments and his complete compliance to the commandments, assuming this to be enough. Jesus responded,
“You lack one thing: go, sell all that you have and give
to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.”
The young man could not part with the things of this world. He chose the world over the kingdom of God.
Our Heavenly Father has nothing against our possessions or our money. Abraham, Moses and David all had great wealth. Yet they all did what God asked them to do. They placed their relationship with Almighty God above all else. They used their wealth to help meet the needs of their people so that God would receive the glory.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for all the provision that You have given us. We pray that You will show us how to exalt You each day above all the things of the world. We ask that You teach us how to use the provision that You have given us to meet the needs of those around us. May it all be for Your glory and the gain of Your kingdom.
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