EASTER AT RISE

The Rich Fool

Aug 3, 2025    Jarrod McClintick

In this powerful exploration of Luke 12, we're challenged to examine our relationship with money and possessions. The parable of the rich fool serves as a stark reminder that our lives don't consist in the abundance of our possessions. Instead, we're called to be 'rich toward God.' This isn't just about condemning wealth, but about recognizing where our true security lies. Are we putting our trust in temporary, earthly treasures, or in the eternal riches of God's kingdom? The message urges us to consider: What's truly sitting on the throne of our hearts? Is it dollar signs, or is it Jesus? This parable invites us to shift our perspective, to see money as a tool for Kingdom purposes rather than as our savior or source of hope. It's a call to live with open hands, trusting in God's provision and seeking first His kingdom.