November. Gone already? The year 2022 is already approaching its conclusion. Wow. Was it as busy a year for you as it was for me? I’m sure it was. Everybody is busy. The more important question: Have I taken care of the most important things this year? Did I do the things that matter most? … Read more
Rich toward God? Better start now! Jesus delivered a powerful parable to a man who asked him about justice in financial matters. And He said to them, “Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.” Then He spoke a parable to them, saying: … Read more
Seek first the kingdom of God. What does that mean? This statement is found in Matthew 6:33, in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. The last half of chapter six is dealing particularly with right attitudes about material things. First, in verses 19-21, there is His warning about seeking treasures on earth. They are temporary … Read more
What comes first? Near the end of a long conversation about material things and spiritual things, Jesus said: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you” (Matthew 6:33). That would be first, in terms of time, first in terms of priority and first in terms of attention. What do … Read more
What is most important in your life — the most pressing issue? In a passage discussing material things and earthly concerns, Jesus said: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” Are you focusing on what is most important? How much time, thought and effort … Read more
Anything that makes us re-evaluate our life, re-think our priorities, or re-assess our choices must not be ignored. Whether it is a blessing or a tragedy that stops us in our tracks, we need to use the opportunity of that moment. For too long we meander along through life as though everything is fine and … Read more
