YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU!

There will not be a wagon following you on the way to Heaven… or Hell for that matter!

Be not thou afraid when one is made rich, when the glory of his house is increased;  For when he dieth he shall carry nothing away: his glory shall not descend after him. Psalm 49:16-17

            I’ve heard the saying, “You can’t take it with you when you die”, many times. I’ve even said it many times myself. I have read Psalm 49 many times as well, but the other day this thought stuck out like a sore thumb! You can’t take it with you!

            Friend, no matter how rich you are, you can’t take your riches with you! You will not be loading your little red wagon pulling it behind you when you take your last breath! You won’t be able to make a withdrawal from the ATM! You won’t need any cash, debit cards, or a Visa! If you don’t repent and trust Jesus as your Saviour, you will just be wanted a cool cup of water and you won’t be able to buy one!

What does your check book reveal about you?

Wealth is like a viper, which is harmless if a man knows how to take hold of it; but if he does not, it will twine round his hand and bite him. -St. Clement

No servant can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Luke 16:13

There are of plenty of people with riches but the problem with many is that their riches have them as well. They are constantly looking to make another dollar. The next endeavour is around the corner. The next big score is over the next hill. I have found in my life that it is better to walk in faith than to walk trusting in the finances this world has to offer.

What’s driving you? Is it the next payday or the promises of God? You can look at your check book and find out!