Choosing Your Focus in Life

Takeaway: We can’t serve both God and money at the same time.

Context

This teaching comes from Jesus as He talks to His disciples and the crowd around Him. He’s laying down some serious truths about priorities. The people were often caught up in wealth and possessions, and Jesus wanted to set the record straight.

Meaning

What Jesus is saying here is pretty clear. We can’t split our loyalties. If we love money and things, it pulls us away from our relationship with God. Think about it. When we chase after money, we may find ourselves making choices that don’t align with our faith. It’s like trying to juggle two jobs at once. Eventually, something will drop.

Money itself isn’t bad. It’s just a tool. But when it becomes our master, we lose sight of what really matters. Our hearts can only truly cling to one thing. If we devote ourselves to God, we find peace and purpose. But if money becomes the focus, we may end up feeling empty and stressed.

Live It

• This week, write down three things you’re grateful for that money can’t buy.
• Challenge yourself to spend one day without any unnecessary purchases.
• Talk to someone about your financial goals. Be open and honest about your priorities.

Reflect & Pray

Reflect: How much of my time and energy goes to chasing money? What would change if I focused more on my relationship with God?
Pray: God, help me to keep my priorities straight. I want to serve You above all else. Show me where I need to let go of my fixation on money.