“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:21
Lent is a season of self-examination. We intentionally search our hearts for things that distract us on a day-to-day basis as Christians. Today, let us examine our relationship with money.
Money itself is neither good nor bad. It is simply a medium of exchange for goods and services. Yet money demands our time and attention because it has subtly become our sense of security and identity. We may say we trust God, but our anxiety often rises and falls with our bank balances. We may cling tightly to what we have earned and find it hard to let go of it to help someone in need.
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus speaks clearly about treasure (money) and the heart. What we value most reveals where our devotion truly lies.
Lent invites us to examine ourselves:
Do I trust money more than God?
Does my spending reflect my Christian faith?
Is generosity a habit or an exception?
Where does my heart run for security?
What do I truly treasure?
When Jesus was tempted by the evil one in the wilderness (Matthew 4), He resisted the temptation to turn stones into bread. He refused to use His power for self-gratification. In a world that tells us to have more, buy more, and upgrade to the latest shiny gadgets, Lent reminds us of our true identity in Christ. We are loved and cared for not because of what we have, but because we are God’s children.
In this season of Lent, let us learn to trust in God. May God teach us to see Him as our greatest treasure. May our hearts follow our true treasure—Jesus Himself.
Choose one financial discipline during Lent:
Give intentionally: Increase your giving, even slightly.
Spend mindfully: Before purchasing, ask, “Is this necessary?”
Fast from excess: Pause non-essential spending.
Practice gratitude: Thank God daily for His provision.