Scripture

“No one can serve two masters. You will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.”

Observation

We must not store up treasures here on earth where they can be stolen or they can deteriorate in value. Instead, we must store up treasures in heaven, where nothing can take away from their value.

The eyes are lamp that lights up the body. If you have a good eye, the whole body is filled with light.

We cannot serve two masters. One will be dominant in our affections and devotion.

We cannot serve both God and money.

Application

It is difficult to juggle two jobs. It is possible, if you have defined work hours in both jobs. But if both jobs say, “I need you to work this weekend”, then which one gets the priority?

If we have two gods with different priorities and both demand total dedication, then we cannot meet that demand. To follow Jesus means that we give our total allegiance to Him alone.

Money is not necessarily a god in our lives. It is after all just a tool for commerce. When it becomes the source of our security, then it has become a god in our heart.

The test is this: Where do I turn to when I’m feeling under pressure? Is it the Lord or is it money? Do I feel more secure when I have a thousand dollars in the bank or just ten dollars?

God has promised to supply all that we need. He is the true source of our security.

Prayer

Thank you, Lord.,that I can trust you to provide all that I need. Help me to rely solely on you and not on my own resources. Amen.