“When he heard this, he was shocked and went away grieving, for he had many possessions.”
~ Mark 10:20-22 ~
The rich man was in some way possessed by his possessions. He was saddened at having to give away what he owned, despite being offered eternal life with God.
Take a moment to imagine how you might respond to Jesus’ instruction to give everything you have away? What feeling or word comes to you at this moment?
Sometimes our attitude towards our possessions can be more damaging to our relationship with God and others than the possessions themselves.
What might make us feel freer if we were to give it up or change? Ask God to show you what you need to make room for in your life to grow.
