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"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth" (Matthew 6:19-21) In a world driven by materialism, the words of Christ in Matthew 6:19-21 ring with a timeless wisdom that calls us to recalibrate our priorities. Jesus exhorts us not to store up treasures on earth, where moths and rust destroy, and thieves break in and steal, but to focus on treasures in heaven, imperishable and secure. This teaching is not an indictment of wealth or possessions but a reminder that earthly riches are fleeting. They are fragile anchors in the storms of life, incapable of offering true security or eternal fulfillment. Instead, the enduring treasures are those rooted in the divine—acts of love, faith, and charity ripple through eternity. At its core, this passage challenges us to examine where our hearts truly lie. When we tether our identity and joy to material wealth, we risk enslavement to anxiety, greed, and a constant thirst for more. Pursuing worldly treasures often blinds us to the bea...