A Reflection On Investing In The Kingdom

When I want to devote myself to what will last

In the economy of God, one investment is clearly superior to all others. It’s a sure thing. And Jesus calls us to place all of our resources, time, and talents there—exclusively. Why? Because He knows the return it will yield, and He knows we will not be disappointed. But there is often a part of us that wants to diversify. We want to invest some in God’s Kingdom, certainly, but also some in this world. We’re afraid to put our resources in only one place.

Human beings pursue comfort and pleasure with great passion. It isn’t that comfort and pleasure are wrong; God created both for us to enjoy. But He never called us to pursue them. To the contrary, He constantly calls His disciples to take everything they have now and invest it in everything they know about God’s eternal Kingdom. Consider your investments well, and avoid the pursuits of this world. Whatever you do, do it for the glory of God.

What do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul?

Mark 8:36