It's so important because it feels good and we doubt what the afterlife will really be like. We would rather take pleasure for ourselves now because we really don't believe that building for pleasure to come will be worth it. We hold on to wealth and power because we think that they will give us security, influence and pleasure. Jesus tells us that he cares about all our needs but somehow we are too afraid to really test Him to see if He really means it. Would you sacrifice popularity for Jesus? Would you take "your" time to help someone in need? Would you give of "your" resources to help get someone back on their feet? Do you think you have a right to use "your" resources how you want to?
Jesus says we are fools if we think we own and control wealth and comfort in this life. It can all be taken from us in an instant. Instead of worrying about protecting ourselves we should be busy helping others in need and building the Kingdom. These are the only things that have lasting value. Are you lost in your wealth/position/comfort? You need to ask yourself if you really believe Jesus, if you will follow Him, if Jesus really doesn't get lost.
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