15-08-2026 When We Put Our Trust in God Mark 10:24 (AMP) “The disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus responded and said to them, ‘Children, how difficult it is for those who have put their trust in riches to enter the kingdom of God!’” Jesus wasn’t saying that having possessions makes someone unable to follow God. He was warning us about where our trust rests. It is easy to say, “I trust God,” while secretly finding our security in money, success, relationships, possessions, or our own abilities. Wealth can create the illusion that we are in control—but true security is never found in what we possess. It is found in the One who possesses us. Jesus lovingly calls His disciples “children.” There is something beautiful about that. A child doesn’t need to have everything figured out. A child simply learns to trust the Father. God invites us to live with that same childlike dependence: “Father, everything I have comes from You. Everything I need is found in You. I choose to trust You above everything else.” When God blesses you, hold the blessing with open hands. When things are uncertain, hold onto God with a firm heart. Your worth is not measured by what you have, and your future is not secured by what you can accumulate. God Himself is your greatest treasure. 🙏 Prayer Father, help me never to place my security in riches, possessions, success, or anything temporary. Teach me to trust You completely. Thank You for every blessing You have given me, but help me always to remember that You are more valuable than anything I could ever possess. Give me a childlike heart that depends on You and follows You faithfully. In Jesus’ name, Amen. ❤️ Today’s Reminder Don’t let what you have become more important than the One who gave it to you. Trust God, treasure Him, and hold everything else with open hands.