Devotion:
Read Luke 12:13-21.
In Jesus’ parable, a man receives far more than he needs for himself. The man had worked hard, putting in long hours, and it had paid off. He was set to enjoy the fruit of his labors. He was going to take life easy. Rather than sharing his abundance with people who didn’t have enough, he hoards the bounty and builds bigger storage buildings. The man wanted to take care only for himself, so he was acting very greedy. He thought only of himself and his own desires.
Greed takes over which makes us desire more, bigger and better things such as larger closets and more garages. Greed always wants more and does not have the desire to share what God has given. God called him foolish. The Bible makes clear that God does not begrudge his people the rewards of a life well lived. He does not call the man a fool because he was rich. God called the man a fool because he had stored up things only for himself. Instead of recognizing God’s blessing and working to build God’s kingdom, he had been building his own.
Personal Worship Option:
Today’s parable leaves each of us with some important questions: How am I living my life? Am I being rich toward God? Am I investing in his kingdom?
Lord God, help us to take a good look at our lives, and give us the wisdom to invest in your kingdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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