The rich man was not wrong to have money or make provision for the future. Jesus was telling him to invest in eternity. Being rich towards God is what counts.
The central lot ice in the life of a Christian should be storing treasure in heaven, where it cannot be destroyed. If we take this seriously, Jesus promises He will look after us (food & clothing) but we must seek and get His kingdom - the other things are extras!
12:35-48 Reasons for being alert:
So when the Master comes, we can immediately open the door. It will be good for those who can. He will come when we least expect. He will put those who are waiting in charge of His possessions. It is what is expected of us.
We can be ready by:
Being dressed, watching, doing what He has left for us to do.
v49-59 Jesus to His disciples: Came to bring fire and division.
Jesus to the crowds: Interpret the present times. Work out what God is doing!
The question asked of our lives is "what fruit are you bearing?" Repentance means turning from self and turning to God. Then, as per 3:8 produce fruit in keeping with repentance.
The synagogue ruler was so focused on himself, he failed to see the joy of healing. The woman and the crowd were delighted at the wonderful things He was doing. Whereas the ruler was indignant. I see myself too often in the hypocrite opposing Jesus. One rejoiced in who Jesus was and what He was doing, the other repudiated it.
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