09/08/2026
DEVO. 09.08.26
“Yes, a person is a fool to store up earthly wealth but not have a rich relationship with God.”” (Luke 12:21 NLT)
- Calling someone a fool is a pretty harsh statement, but Jesus does say it!
- So wouldn’t you like to know who Jesus calls a fool?
- He says that the person who is rich in this world and does not have a rich relationship with Jesus.
- So, how do you have a rich relationship with Jesus?
- The answer is pretty easy.
- The basic question is “how do you have a rich relationship?”
- First is your Time!
- You make time for those whom you want to make time for.
- If you don’t have time for someone then you won’t have any relationship.
- Next would be Care!
- You have to care about their concerns.
- If you don’t care about someone then there will be no relationship.
- Then there is Loyalty!
- Are you loyal to someone through the ups and downs, thick and thin?
- Will you be loyal when no one even understands?
- Now, use those 3 things, (Time, care and loyalty) in your relationship with Jesus.
- Do you spent Time in his Word, in prayer and in His presence?
- I’m not talking about 5 minutes in the morning but how about the rest of your day?
- Is He allowed to invade your schedule anywhere and at anytime?
- How about Care? Do you care about the things that He cares about? Do you love what He loves and Hate what He hates?
- Do you worship Him and are you committed to His ways?
- And are you Loyal to Him when the world hates Him and His commands?
- Do you obey Him?
- Jesus Himself said, “If you love me, obey my commandments.” (John 14:15)
- If there are areas where you haven’t been obedient, don’t make excuses, just get right with Him.
- That’s what repentance is all about.
- Turn from your way of doing things and turn to Jesus!
- Jesus also said, “I tell you the truth, everyone who acknowledges me publicly here on earth, the Son of Man will also acknowledge in the presence of God’s angels.” (Luke 12:8 NLT)
- Don’t be a fool! Build a Rich relationship with Jesus today!
- You will never regret the time spent with Him!
- Have a great Tuesday!