Read Luke 12:13-21

THE PARABLE OF THE RICH YOUNG FOOL
Jesus says the good life has nothing to do with being wealthy, so be on guard against greed. This is the exact opposite of what society usually says. Advertisers spend millions of dollars to entice you to think that if you by more and more of their products you will be happier, more fulfilled, more comfortable. How do you respond to the constant pressure to buy? Learn to tune out expensive enticements and concentrate instead on the truly fulfilled life: living in a relationship with God and doing His work.
Jesus points to a higher issue: a correct attitude toward the accumulation of wealth. Life is more than material goods; far more important is our relationship with God. Jesus put His finger on the questioner’s heart. When we bring problems to God in prayer, He often responds in the same way, showing us how we need to change and grow in our attitude toward the problem. The answer is often not the one were looking for, but it is more effective in helping you trace God’s hand in your life.
The rich man in Jesus’ story died before he could begin to use what was stored in his big barns. Planning for retirement is wise, but neglecting life after death is disastrous. If you accumulate wealth only to enrich yourself, with no concern for helping others, you will enter eternity empty handed.
Why do you save money? Are you saving it for retirement? To buy more expensive cars or toys? To be secure? Jesus challenges you to think beyond earth bound goals and to use what you have been given for God’s kingdom. Faith, service, and obedience are the way to become rich toward God.