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“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money. --- Matthew 6:24 ESV Jesus says we can have only one master. We live in a materialistic society where many people serve money. They spend all their lives collecting and storing it, only to die and leave it behind. Their desire for money and what it can buy far outweighs their commitment to God and spiritual matters. Whatever you store up, you will spend much of your time and energy thinking about. Don’t fall into the materialistic trap, because “the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil” (1 Timothy 6:10). Can you honestly say that God, and not money, is your master? One test is to ask yourself which one occupies more of your thoughts, time, and efforts. Jesus contrasted heavenly values with earthly values when he explained that our first loyalty should be to those things that do not fade, cannot be stolen or used up, and never wear out. We should not be fascinated with our possessions, lest they possess us. God alone deserves to be our master. Either we store our treasures with God (6:20-21), focus our “eyes” on him (6:22-23), and serve him alone---or else we do not serve him at all. Where does your ultimate allegiance lie? --- Life Application Study Bible notes PRAYER Heavenly Father, I confess sometimes I have a false sense of happiness when money can satisfy my worldly cravings which are destined for decay. Remind me that money can certainly be put to many good uses when used in a righteous manner but the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Help me not to pursue money but to serve You with an undivided heart. Father, I choose to trust You and seek You first above all things. May all of my energies be channeled to honor You. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen