Verse: Luke 12:32-34

Remember, see the devotional introduction for instruction on how to follow this devotional for the Be the Church series.

Reflect

• Yesterday, we examined what we do with our earthly treasures. Today’s verses focus on what our real treasure is: God’s kingdom. In these verses, Jesus called his followers to sell their possessions and give to the poor, thus freeing them from being controlled by their possessions and worrying about them. Such generosity God honors with indestructible treasure in heaven—the reward for service to him. When you have shared what you own with others, have you ever felt that you lost anything by giving something away? Or have you felt rewarded? How has that gesture freed you?
• Jesus calls us to give, but our culture often condones a selfish and greedy me first attitude. How does me first influence you, and what steps can you take to put others first?

For further study: Matthew 6:20, Matthew 19:21, Acts 2:45, James 5:2.

Spend Time in Prayer

• What is God showing you personally through your devotion time today?Ask God to guide you in applying what you have learned.
• Pray for the spiritual growth of another person whom God may be challenging to put his or her faith in action.
• Pray for someone you know is in need.

Be sure to continue the devotional with Day 7: Go and Do Likewise.

Past Days in This Devotional

• Day 1: The Key to Heaven
• Day 2: Making Room
• Day 3: Blessing Others
• Day 4: Fishing Lesson
• Day 5: Rich Toward God