Treasures in Heaven 1
In Matthew 6:20, Jesus instructs His followers to store up treasures in this place.
What is heaven?
Jesus says not to worry about what we eat, drink, or wear, because this person knows what we need.
Who is God the Father?
In Matthew 6:24, Jesus says we cannot serve both God and this.
What is money?
Jesus says that unlike earthly treasures, heavenly treasures cannot be destroyed by this process that causes metal to decay.
What is rust?
Jesus said that when we give to the needy, we shouldn't let this body part know what the other is doing.
What is the left hand?
During Great Lent, Christians focus on prayer, fasting, and this act of love, which Jesus calls storing treasures in heaven.
What is almsgiving?
This Lenten practice helps us control our desires and reminds us that we depend on God more than food.
What is fasting?
What is prayer?
In Matthew 5:12 Jesus tells us to rejoice when we suffer for His sake because our reward will be great in this place.
What is heaven?
In Luke 12:34, Jesus teaches that our hearts will be wherever we place this.
What is our treasure?
This early Christian Desert Father said, "Sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven."
Who is St. Anthony the Great?
In Matthew 6, Jesus compares people who pray just to be seen by others to this group of religious leaders.
Who are the hypocrites?
Jesus tells us to be like this kind of light source, shining before others so they see our good works and glorify God.
What is a lamp or light?
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us to store up treasures in heaven instead of focusing on these things that thieves can steal.
What are riches or possessions?
This rich tax collector climbed a tree to see Jesus, then gave away half of his wealth as a sign of repentance.
Who is Zacchaeus?
In Matthew's Gospel, Jesus tells us, "For where your treasure is, there this will be also."
What is heart?
In Mark 8:36, Jesus asks, "What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, and yet lose his what?"
What is soul?
Instead of earthly rewards, Jesus promises this to those who faithfully follow Him.
What is eternal life?
Jesus says that people who have this will see Him.
In Matthew 6, Jesus says that instead of storing up earthly wealth, we should seek this first.
What is the Kingdom of God?
In Orthodoxy, this prayer is often recited during Lent as a way to seek spiritual treasure.
What is the Prayer of St. Ephraim?
In Matthew 25, Jesus said when we feed the hungry, clothe the poor, and care for the needy, we are really serving this person.
Who is Jesus?
The Book of Proverbs says that this attitude, opposite of pride, leads to honor and blessings from God.
What is humility?
This Gospel story contrasts two sisters: one who was busy with household work and one who sat at Jesus' feet, choosing the "better treasure."
Who are Mary and Martha?
Saint Paul the Apostle reminds us to set our minds on things above, not on these.
What are earthly things?