“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and
vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for
yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin 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 (NIV)
Treasures. . .money, stocks, IRAs. But what about work accolades? Friendships? Business partnerships?
Treasures we store up here on earth may not show up on a balance sheet. Hobbies could be a treasure that detract from our relationship with God. Negative friendships might become that earthly treasure that keeps us from Christian growth. One more plaque for the office wall can become more important than following God's directives. The country club year-end golf tournament trophy might be a treasure that keeps a pew empty on Sunday mornings.
Treasures can come in many shapes, forms and sizes. Let no "treasures on earth" detract us from following God's plan for our lives.
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