WEEK 2: Place God First in Budgeting and Spending

September 3, 2012




— DAY 9 —


"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust detroy, and where thieves break in and steal.  But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.  For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."  Matthew 6:19-21

Where is your treasure?  People search for buried treasure and X marks the spot on a treasure map.  Think about what you try to protect, what you would give your life for, what Jesus calls his followers to choose...between greater earthly wealth or reward in heaven.  Throughout scripture our Father challenges us to place God first in every part of our lives.  If we put aside our earthly wants, rely on Him, and let the Holy Spirit work through us, the most wondrous treasure is ours...a loving relationship with our heavenly Father for all eternity.  So we don't have to search for our treasure.  The Bible is our treasure map...it leads us to the greatest treasure and a CROSS marks the spot.  What will your treasure be?

Dear Lord,
Thank you for the treasure map you have given us in scripture.  Help us to store our treasures in heaven and the share the gifts you have given us on earth.  Continue to lead us to a loving relationship with you .  Thanks be to God.
In Christ's Name we pray,
Amen

Author: Jennifer Whalen