It is easy to be “overawed” by what some people have accomplished and acquired in life. We see the rich and famous and are tempted to envy what they have, thinking our life would be better if we too had those things.

In the verses below, the Psalmist reminds us just how worthless the things of this world are. Wealth, power, or fame cannot save a person. Only through faith in Jesus Christ are we made into God’s children. Our status as God’s people is what gives life value and purpose.

All around you is the temptation to be “overawed” by what the people of this world have. Instead, look to the promises of God and see just how much you have! Look to Jesus and see God’s love for you that will never end. And with your eyes focused on Jesus, live your life in the quiet peace of knowing that you are blessed in ways beyond understanding.

Psalm 49:15–20 (NIV) "But God will redeem my life from the grave; he will surely take me to himself. Do not be overawed when a man grows rich, when the splendor of his house increases; for he will take nothing with him when he dies, his splendor will not descend with him. Though while he lived he counted himself blessed—and men praise you when you prosper—he will join the generation of his fathers, who will never see the light of life. A man who has riches without understanding is like the beasts that perish."

Pastor Wempner

Pastor Zarling