We all want to feel safe and secure. But whenever we base our sense of security on the things of this world, we can expect to be disappointed. That is why it is so important to remember our eternal future.

It is wonderful to know that believers have an inheritance that cannot be stolen! It was given to us when we put our hope in Jesus Christ and it will never be taken away from us because it is reserved and protected for us in heaven. Someday, when we see the Lord Jesus face to face, we will forever receive and enjoy the fullness of our inheritance.

But did you know that every day we live on this earth we have the opportunity to accumulate that inheritance by investing in the things God values? That is what Christ was talking about when He said to lay up treasures in heaven (Matthew 6:20). By living righteously and obeying God, we are investing in the treasure that awaits us.

Do you care more about investments in this life than you do about eternal riches? It is all too easy to allow daily demands and responsibilities to interfere with the importance of investing in the Kingdom of God. Take time each day to refocus your mind and heart, then start accumulating wealth of lasting value.

Suggested Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank you that in Jesus we can feel safe and secure. Thank you that through Jesus we have an eternal and incorruptible inheritance. Help me to focus my mind and heart on things that are of lasting value, and that bring you glory. In the name of Jesus I pray, Amen.

1.    1 Peter 1:3-5 (NLT).

Today's Encounter was written by: Rosina N.