About Jesus And His Possessions

In the lifetime of Jesus, it’s interesting to note that we do not hear Him ever speak of “my house”; “my land”; “my farm”; “my books;” “my business;” or “my money.”

Rather, we  hear Him speak of “My Father” (Matthew 10:33), “My friends” (John 15:14), “My disciples” (John 15:8), “My church” (Matthew 16:18), “My name” (Matthew 18:20), “My words” (Mark 8:38), “My sheep” (John 10:27), and “My joy” (John 15:11).

The implication is strikingly clear (Matthew 6:33; Luke 12:15; Colossians 3:1-3).

—Mike Riley, Gospel Snippets