Do you want to prosper and gain riches? Gather riches in heaven which are far more valuable than earthly treasure and have perfect security even after death. These treasures include spiritual gifts and gifts of the Spirit. The most necessary is faith and the greatest is love. Both a minimum of physical and spiritual health are necessary to fully enable faith and love. It is more blessed to give than to receive and you are guaranteed the more valuable riches in the kingdom of heaven if you give earthly value with the intention of faith and love towards God.
This is a wonderful reflection on the importance of focusing on heavenly treasures over earthly ones. Here's a refinement and expansion of your idea:
Do you want to prosper and gain true riches? Seek treasures in heaven, for they are far more valuable than any earthly wealth and are secured for eternity, even beyond death. Unlike material possessions that fade, heavenly riches never lose their worth. These treasures include spiritual gifts and fruits of the Spirit, such as love, joy, peace, patience, and self-control.
Faith is the foundation of these riches, and love is the greatest among them. To fully live out faith and love, we must strive for both physical and spiritual health, as they enable us to give our best to God and others.
The greatest blessing lies not in receiving but in giving. When you give with faith and love toward God—whether it be your time, resources, or acts of kindness—you are exchanging fleeting earthly value for eternal riches in the kingdom of heaven. This act of giving not only reflects the heart of Christ but also opens the door to a life filled with true joy and purpose.
Remember, where your treasure is, there your heart will be also (Matthew 6:21). Let your heart rest in the eternal promises of God, and let your life reflect the wealth of His kingdom.
This message aligns beautifully with biblical teaching and serves as a reminder of the eternal perspective we are called to maintain.
"For I know what I have planned for you,’ says the Lord. ‘I have plans to prosper you, not to harm you. I have plans to give you a future filled with hope." (Jeremiah 29:11)
"But accumulate for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and devouring insect do not destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal." (Matthew 6:20)
"And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." (1 Corinthians 13:13)
"It is more blessed to give than to receive" (Acts 20:35)
"But above all pursue his kingdom and righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." (Matthew 6:33)
"Riches and honor are with me, long-lasting wealth and righteousness. My fruit is better than the purest gold, and my harvest is better than choice silver." (Proverbs 8:18-19)