Treasure

The wealthy young man we have been considering over the last few days wanted eternal life but wanted to live life his way until the time came for him to die. Today’s passage records his response to Jesus’ call for a fresh start.

Over the last few days, we have been following a man who was concerned about his soul. He was young and wealthy and claimed he had kept all the commandments since he was a boy. Now, Jesus calls his bluff.

But Madoff lost much more than his freedom; he lost his integrity. A man can live without a lot of things...but not that.

He gained the world and lost his soul.

My "treasure" is the best tool to evaluate my "heart." Convicting, isn't it?

In what direction is your heart headed?

My “treasure” is the best tool to evaluate my “heart.” Convicting, isn’t it?

Jesus said that our heart follows after the things we really treasure and value. In what direction is your heart headed?