Matthew 6:19-21 - Where Your Treasure Is, There Your Heart Will Be Also.
Matthew 6:19-21 (NIV) Do not store up for
yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust
destroy, 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.
COMMENTARY PEARL
I'm a dreamer. I inherited this
questionable "gift" from my father, a child at heart.
Whenever his eyes took on that faraway look, I knew
he was somewhere wonderful, a million miles
away. Now I know this because I go there too.
Long ago, a myriad of ideas danced inside
my head. I wanted my own inn. The next year I
wished for a vintage car. Like soap bubbles
floating free in the breeze, all those dreams drifted
off and disappeared. And the goals I did achieve
left me no happier than before.
Like the saying "Life happens," it did.
Boy, did it! After a few setbacks and a lot of
time, I gained a deeper understanding of
contentment. I learned the difference between a want, a
need - and a wish. Which means I don't dream
smaller, I dream differently.
I use a mental checklist now, one geared
toward an abundant life, not an empty existence of
constantly reaching for more. I ask myself, Are these
material desires and experiences self-centered or
motivated to please the Lord? Could Jesus fill this
void better than what I've chosen? Will the
takeaway be temporary or eternal?
If the answers to these questions don't
jibe, I need to find a better way to spend my time
and money. Joyce Meyer said, "If selfishness is
the key to being miserable, then selflessness
must be the key to being happy!" There's nothing
wrong with dreaming and having goals. The problem
lies in thinking possessions or excitement will
fulfill my needs.
I still dream, but now my eyes are open.
My "dream come true" is Jesus. What more could
I want? by Heidi Gaul
Faith Step: Create a new type of bucket
list. Number it and write at the top, "To Give
Jesus Glory I'll ... " Think of ways to honor Him.
Develop a taste for these lasting treasures. Dream
big! [Mornings With Jesus 2020 Devotional by
Guideposts and Zondervan]
LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY ON THIS PASSAGE
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2005/20051226-1033.html
YOUR COMMENTS
If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in
hearing from you. Thanks in advance and let's keep
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred
Gibbs
LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT
Most Important Decision in Life:
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0
A Man without Equal by Bill Bright:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo
Importance of Choice:
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]
Seeking God Made Real:
http://vimeo.com/31489782
Prayer Made Real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE
Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David
DeRose, MD, MPH:
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart
LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES
Amazing Facts Bible Studies:
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx
Glow Tract Video Bible Studies:
http://www.bibleresearch.info/
ABible.com: http://www.aBible.com
LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS
The Last Day of Prophecy by Pastor Doug
Batchelor:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmGvdtMCf1aJTiC59-lPtuUMEq_uEn0BK
Restoring The Power by Pastor John Bradshaw:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRogO1SxoZN15Boa7BMon4BouVMdteVaq
Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657
28 Revelations Of Jesus by Pastors Ivan
Blake and James Reynaert:
1st of 28: Divine Dining:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_7j1QIKqmY
2nd of 28: Pictures of the Divine:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lNI-OQ7-eQ
3rd of 28: A Dirty Bible:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMkPvBuuFd4
4th of 28: Cared For:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztXyJVdcCds
5th of 28: Salvation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX45kGRe1HI
6th of 28: You Can Change:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xd0gkvK18fo
7th of 28: Reprogramming Our Brains:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov36f_RapXc
8th of 28: Our Holy Father:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XabXLEXsxbY
9th of 28: Gifts of Service:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtuGZviodkA
10th of 28: The Holy Spirit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=in89XVs4cGo
11th of 28: The Law of God:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_Q601HjogI
12th of 28: The Sabbath:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sakgnKoTzZI
13th of 28: The Church:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkFw2XsTW-w
14th of 28: The Gift of Prophecy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TiO2VC09NPI
15th of 28: Stewardship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z_lNLAataw
16th of 28: Marriage and the Family:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EybxvMQ0K7E
17th of 28: The Remnant and Its Mission:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oK6tix2K2qA
18th of 28: Christian Behavior:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecVGsQfAo7Q
19th of 28: God The Son:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgfbTdh3_l0
20th of 28: Baptism:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsW163qoAic
Live ongoing series in progress.