From an early age, we all experience desires, for comfort, abundance, and satisfaction. It’s human nature to seek out what feels good. But while material possessions can offer temporary relief, they cannot provide the true treasure that lasts forever.
Why Earthly Treasure Doesn’t Last
Cars break down, phones get outdated, and houses lose their shine. No matter how much we accumulate, nothing we own on earth lasts forever. Everything has a shelf life and none of it can follow us into eternity.
Jesus addressed this directly in Matthew 6:19, urging us not to store up treasures on earth where “moth and rust destroy,” but to invest in the kind of treasure that lasts forever… heavenly treasure.
Becoming Focused on Eternal Treasure
Every resource we have: money, possessions, time, was given to us by God’s grace. When we start to view what we own as tools to bless others, our hearts shift from hoarding to sharing, and from temporary gain to eternal impact.
Heavenly treasure is built by investing in people’s lives, living out Christ’s love, and sharing the hope we have in Him.
Steps Toward Finding Treasure That Lasts Forever
What’s one small step you can take today to shift your focus? Maybe it’s helping someone in need, giving generously, or encouraging a friend with God’s Word. Ask God to open your eyes to what you can give and how your life can reflect eternal values.
The treasure that lasts forever isn’t what we keep, it’s what we give away in Jesus’ name.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It refers to eternal values, such as love, generosity, and faith that align with God’s kingdom and leave a lasting impact beyond this life.
Earthly possessions are temporary. They wear out, break, or lose value. True fulfillment comes from living a life rooted in eternal purpose.
By loving others, serving selflessly, giving generously, and sharing the gospel. These actions build heavenly treasure that reflects your faith in action.
Time, encouragement, money, skills, or simply presence. Ask God how to use what He’s entrusted to you to bless others and build eternal rewards.
