Scripture: Matthew 19:25-26 When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”

Observations: Hard for a rich man… Who then can be? If possessions hinder, if riches hinder entry to the kingdom – where does that leave us? We who are physical beings, living in this physical world where our 5 senses rule? Where does that leave us? It leaves us in desperate need of what only God can do. The only way any of us has hope is through the saving work of Christ on the cross. Salvation is completely a work of God – He is our only hope – with Him this is possible! However, we should not ignore the message of the Rich Young Ruler – our possessions cannot be more important than our God – or we are at risk of missing the kingdom for stuff!!

Application: I must trust completely & only in Christ for salvation/entry into the kingdom! I must keep my God as first in my heart & life – not my stuff!

Prayer: Father, help me. Apart from you – I don’t stand a chance of heaven. Remind me to honor & value you and your kingdom above everything on this earth!