In this summer's Vacation Bible School we talked a lot about treasure. We tried to make it very clear to the kids that "Jesus is Our Greatest Treasure." It sure has made me think, though; do I behave as though Jesus is MY greatest treasure? How about YOU?

Think with me for a minute. What do we do with our most valuable possessions? We buy insurance. We store them in a safe place. We run to the bank to make a deposit. Each month we check our statements to make sure they appreciate in value. We show off every chance we get. We have them appraised by an expert. Bottom line - We focus attention on our most valued belongings. That's what makes things valuable in the first place; other people focus attention on and desire them, too.

So I ask myself, "Where is my attention focused?" Where's yours? I know I spend an enormous amount of time "working for the church," but am I focused on Jesus? I know plenty of people who spend hour upon hour volunteering and serving selflessly in the church and in the community. Our family commitments are overwhelming at times. What's your motivation? Where's your focus? If I'm being honest, I'm not sure I can always say I'm doing it with Jesus in mind. Can you?

So what do we need to do to focus attention toward our greatest treasure? Prayer is great "insurance" against the obstacles that threaten our treasured relationship. We certainly can find more value every time we check God's "statements." Are you "showing off" your passion for Jesus and not just going through the motions of service? Do you consult any "experts" in the field to help you understand the value of a relationship with Jesus?

Here's the other bottom line. These are all things we do when we have earthly possessions that we value. If we aren't exhibiting similar behavior (or better) when it comes to Jesus---is He really our greatest treasure? What do you value? Where are we going to focus attention this week? My mom always says, "The proof is in the pudding." The Bible says it this way, "For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also." Matthew 6:21