Temporary Gain, Eternal Loss
Good morning Scripture reading: Matthew 16:24-27 Worship song: What Shall I Render Meditation: Speaking to the disciples, Jesus asked, 'What is the point of having everything you want in this life if you lose your soul in the process? Jesus urges followers to prioritize eternal values over earthly gain, noting that what a person treasures the most reveals the true condition of the heart. St. Matthew 6:19-22 teaches that earthly possessions are temporal and exposed to destruction, while spiritual, heavenly investments are secure and eternal. The things which are seen and are held dearly are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal. Since life is a fleeting moment and earthly treasures are temporary, we must set our hearts on things that have everlasting value. This is grounds for us to look beyond the temporary, realign our focus on that which is permanent. Let your heart be governed by eternal purposes, not by...