Dear Fellow Disciples,
What is the single greatest treasure you can think of?
-money, fame, a handwritten letter, a dress, a big-screen television, a book-
If you are a Christian, I hope you said Jesus... of course that's the Sunday school answer, and you probably don't mean it... although you might. But do your actions say that Jesus is your greatest treasure? Does your life say that the Good News of Jesus Christ is the greatest treasure you could ever imagine?
I'm quite guilty of not living this way, I have to admit that I love being able to buy cute clothes, fun shoes, big earrings, and most importantly books. I can never have enough books. I also enjoy spending my time watching movies, I can say that I don't watch that many 'bad' movies, but I don't always use my time wisely or with God in the top of my mind because I spend a lot of free time reading my books and watching movies. My actions don't always match up with the fact, that I know I can look forward to living eternally with Jesus; sometimes I get worried, or stressed, or distracted.
But God is my greatest treasure, and if asked (like the rich young man) I would give up all of my earthly treasures to follow Jesus. And as I can I try to learn to give up my earthly habits and earthly ways...
"The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it." -Matt. 13:44-46
Question: How does one get a camel through the eye of the needle?
Nadine <><
I've often thought about how I spend my time as well. It's so easy to get caught up in what we're doing and not pay any attention to our relationships with God, at least that's how I feel. It's so much easier to just watch a movie, but not nearly as beneficial as reading the bible.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I love your page set up!