Theme of the Day: On Useful Resources
Money. Possessions. Perhaps more than anything else, those things have the power to turn our attention away from what is truly important. It is no surprise, therefore, that Jesus frequently teaches about wealth. Christ wants us to understand that it is our heavenly Father who provides us with those useful resources. But we need to know why our Father gives them: what they are useful for, and what they are not useful for. Those resources cannot give purpose or meaning to our lives on earth. They cannot give us security for life after this earth. However, the blessings God provides can bring some joy to our lives. More importantly, our wealth is extremely useful in our efforts to serve God and others. This week let us give our undivided attention to what Christ says about the useful resources our gracious Father provides to us.
Luke 12:13-21
Ecclesiastes 1:1-2,12-14; 2:18-26
Colossians 3:1-11
Psalm 90A
687 – If Then You Have Been Raised with Christ
820 – O God, Our Help in Ages Past
717 – What Is the World to Me
807 – All Depends on Our Possessing
859 – Your Kingdom, O God, Is My Glorious Treasure
Prayer of the Day: O Lord, grant us wisdom to recognize the treasures you have stored up for us in heaven that we may never despair but always rejoice and be thankful for the riches of your grace; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Alleluia.