not worrying about the treasure to get it // 2011.08.16

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Jesus tells us very disturbing words in today's Gospel... "it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for one who is rich to enter the Kingdom of God". It is understandable that the Apostles question if someone will even be saved.

Why? Because they are well aware that we look for gain more than giving. We focus more on being rich than on helping our brothers and sisters.

What then should we do? Jesus tells us in Matthew 6:28-29... stop your worrying and let God take care. Jesus assures us that those who look beyond this world will be rewarded with more. More importantly, He assures us that nothing is impossible with Him.

It is not that Jesus wants people to poor, but He does want people to focus on God. The problem with most people is that they fall in love with the wrong god when they start looking at the world and the false riches it offers.

How about you? What are the blessings that you receive? Are you sharing them with those in need? What is your treasure? I hope it is God and not something else.