Eternity in view

Last week at Women to Women we discussed money and worry… we were reminded just how important it was to keep eternity in view…

When our perspective is focused on eternity, it affects our view of what is important in life. We are more likely to value the things of God because they will make a difference in eternity rather than the things which might make this small time we have on earth feel comfortable.

Let’s keep in mind that if we have trusted in Christ for salvation, our eternity is already fixed… nothing we do or don’t do will change that… but the Bible does talk about the quality of our work being tested, and about how we can build here for eternity…

“By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as a wise builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should build with care. For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ. If anyone builds on this foundation using gold, silver, costly stones, wood, hay or straw, their work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each person’s work. If what has been built survives, the builder will receive a reward. If it is burned up, the builder will suffer loss but yet will be saved—even though only as one escaping through the flames.” 1 Cor 3:10-15

What am I building with? How am I using my time and resources and my relationships in a way that builds into eternity?

Look at the following verses which remind us of our reward in heaven. How do they help us to regain a sense of perspective and focus on eternity?

"Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to each person according to what they have done.” Rev 22:12

“God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.” Heb 6:10

“And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones who is my disciple, truly I tell you, that person will certainly not lose their reward." Matt 10:42

Let’s ask God to help us see how we can lay up our treasure in heaven today keeping our eyes on the eternal perspective as we meet with people, work, serve others, pray, and build on the foundation laid for us in Christ.

To listen to Debbie’s talk from Matthew 6: 19-34, click here