Parables of Rich Men

Sunday, March 25 – Read Luke 12:13-21, 16:19-31

Here are two more parables found only in Luke. Both concern what happens when money and material wealth become more important to us than God, a theme which all the Gospels record Jesus as stressing. Jesus does not want anyone to be poor. But he is equally concerned with what happens when we get addicted to wealth.

Reflection Questions: How does your desire to be materially secure conflict with your desire to serve God? What do Jesus’ parables teach you about the increasing gap between rich and poor in our society?

Prayer: Dear God, you know very well my fear that I will not have enough money or enough good things. In spite of my fear, help me to trust in you and be led by your will for my life. Amen.