True Riches
True Riches
“So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches?”
— Luke 16:11 | NIV
Jesus spoke these words after telling the parable of the dishonest manager, a story not about endorsing deception, but about the urgency and intentionality with which we should steward what God has given us. Here, Jesus draws a sharp distinction between worldly wealth and true riches.
Worldly wealth is temporary. It can buy comfort but not contentment; it can be stored in banks but not in hearts. It is meant to be managed, not worshipped. True riches, on the other hand, are eternal. These are the treasures of God’s kingdom, wisdom, spiritual insight, peace, joy, and the privilege of leading others to Christ.
Jesus makes it clear: if we cannot be faithful with the little (money, time, resources), how can God entrust us with the much, the eternal responsibilities and blessings of His kingdom?
Paul echoes this principle in 1 Timothy 6:17–19: “Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth… but to put their hope in God… In this way, they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age.”
In God’s economy, true wealth is not measured by what we accumulate, but by what we steward, invest in others, and use for His glory.
Jesus said in Matthew 6:20: “But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.”
We are called to handle all resources, whether small or great, as managers, not owners. Our faithfulness in managing material things prepares us for spiritual trust and eternal reward.
Trustworthiness in worldly wealth precedes receiving true riches (Luke 16:11). We are to put our hope in God, not in riches, and be rich in good deeds. 1 Timothy 6:17–19.
Using your possessions for Kingdom purposes, and to seek the riches that cannot perish or fade, the kind of riches that cannot be affected by the economic condition of the world
Think It Over
- Am I living as a manager or as an owner of the resources God has entrusted to me?
- Where am I placing my hope — in the uncertainty of riches or the certainty of God?
- Are my possessions being used for God’s Kingdom purposes, or am I merely storing them up for myself?
- What “true riches” (eternal, spiritual treasures) am I actively seeking that will outlast this world’s economy?
Prayerfully list your key resources (money, time, skills, connections). Ask God to show you how to use them as a faithful manager, not an owner. Meditate on 1 Timothy 6:17–19. Declare daily: “I put my hope in God, not in riches.”
Choose one intentional act this week where you will use your possessions (money, time, or talent) to bless someone or advance God’s Kingdom. Examine your current giving and generosity habits. Are they aligned with Kingdom priorities? Ask the Lord if He is calling you to adjust.
Let Us Pray
Lord God, Thank You for reminding me that true riches are not found in what I own, but in who I know. Teach me to be a faithful steward of every resource you have entrusted to me, from my finances to my time and talents.
Help me to hold loosely to earthly things and cling tightly to eternal values. Give me wisdom to use my possessions for Kingdom purposes, and to seek the riches that cannot perish or fade. Make me rich in faith, generous in spirit, and focused on storing up treasure in heaven.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
Praying in the Spirit for 30 minutes (Take out some more time to pray more in the cause of the day or night)
Prayer of Thanksgiving for another 5-10 mins
DAILY BIBLE READING PLAN
- Leviticus 9
- Psalm 10
- Proverbs 24
- 1 Thessalonians 3
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