Luke 12, Part 2

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Observation: Jesus tells the parable of a rich man who plans covetously for his future and doesn't consider God or his fellow man. He lets the crowd know how fleeting life is, and how meaningless our possessions become after death. He then tells His disciples not to worry about food, or clothes, or any of the things the world worries about. Instead, He instructs us to put first the kingdom, and everything else will be given us.

Application: I sometimes start to think about how we're going to manage on one salary, and God reminds me of these verses. It's been almost a year, yet at no point have we worried because we have no money for bills or food. As long as my focus is on the Lord and His will, I don't need to worry, or even think about the rest. It's taken care of.

Prayer: Father, You certainly have shown Yourself faithful in this area of my life. Two years ago I wouldn't have thought it possible, but here I am, thankful for being obedient to Your Word and trusting in You. Keep my focus on heaven, and the work that needs to be done here. I don't ever want to strive for worldly riches again. I want only to strive for what is important to You. In Christ Jesus, Amen.