We work hard, spend much money and time, and agonize over decisions that may only help us for a few decades, at best. And while we may have legitimate responsibilities in this life that keep us occupied, we too easily become absorbed in the here and now. All the while we squander opportunities to invest in eternal treasures.
Other than God Himself, only two things are mentioned in Scripture as lasting forever: The Word of God and the souls of human beings. These two areas are where Jesus calls us to involve ourselves. No genuine investment in them will spoil; they are what will endure.
Once every few weeks, followers of Jesus should Take Inventory of their lives. How do we spend our time? How do we spend our money? Where is our energy going? What do we think about when we lie down at night and when we wake up in the morning? When we face our later years, what will we see that is lasting? When the world itself is passing away, what of our work will remain? Answering these questions regularly will keep our lives on track and give us focus. They will direct us well.
Jesus gave us very clear instructions in approaching these questions:
“Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life.” (John 6:27)
Christ is telling us, our lives should be entirely eternity-focused. We were created to bear fruit that lasts (John 15:16). When we invest ourselves in anything else, we are falling short of our purpose, missing out on the satisfaction that investing in God’s eternal Kingdom provides. Let’s take Jesus at His word and work for food that endures.
Have a healthy weekend. Make it better by worshiping The LORD with those who have an eye on eternity and invest their lives on the things that matter most to Him.
All For Jesus – Nothing More, Nothing Less, Nothing Else.
Vic Alvarado 