The Barns That Were Never Big Enough

One day Jesus told a story about a rich man who gathered an enormous harvest.

He had so much grain that his barns could not hold it. What should he do?

Would he remember people who were hungry? Would he share what he had received?

The man decided to build bigger barns. He would tear down the old ones and store all his grain and goods.

Then he thought he would have enough for many years. He could rest, eat, and enjoy himself without worrying.

His plans were full of things. But he had forgotten something important.

That night God told him his life would end. Everything he had stored could not give him more time to live.

Who would receive all his riches?

The man thought only about his treasures.

Jesus warned us against gathering things for ourselves while forgetting God.

Keeping food or caring for our belongings is not wrong. The sad part was living only to have more.

Life is worth much more than things.

Your family, friends, people who need help, and God's love all matter.

When we receive something good, we can say thank you. We can also think about sharing.

Perhaps you have clothes you no longer wear. A grown-up can help prepare them for someone who needs them.

Perhaps another child can enjoy a toy with you. You can make room in your game.

No bag of coins replaces a loving heart. Our things can help us feed, welcome, and care for others.

Jesus tells us a story, and his love stays with us.