Luke 12:32-34·~1 min
Treasures in Heaven
Jesus tells the little flock not to fear, says the Father gives them the kingdom, calls for generosity toward the poor, and places the heart where treasure is stored.
D32o not be afraid, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom. 33Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide yourselves with purses that will not wear out, an inexhaustible treasure in heaven, where no thief approaches and no moth destroys. 34For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Section summaryJesus addresses the little flock without fear, since the Father is pleased to give them the kingdom. He then calls for generosity toward the poor and for treasure that cannot decay, ending with the claim that heart and treasure travel together.
Role in the chapterThis brief movement shifts security from possessions to the Father’s gift and to treasure placed beyond decay.