Look at the size of that "prize". It is probably enough food for several days at least. So much so, that this little fella might make itself sick trying to consume all of it. But, that is the way with riches- you just want more and more and more. Take a moment a think: What is life all about, anyway? Money? Power? Possessions? Health? Well, I guess to a certain degree we all need some of these things. But, they are will FAIL; EVERY ONE OF THEM. Just for a moment, consider this passage taken from the book of Psalms...
Psalm 49
I will open my riddle on the harp.
5 Why should I fear in the days of evil,
when iniquity at my heels surrounds me?
6 Those who trust in their wealth,
and boast in the multitude of their riches—
7 none of them can by any means redeem his brother,
nor give God a ransom for him.
8 For the redemption of their life is costly,
no payment is ever enough,
9 That he should live on forever,
that he should not see corruption.
10 For he sees that wise men die;
likewise the fool and the senseless perish,
and leave their wealth to others.
11 Their inward thought is that their houses will endure forever,
and their dwelling places to all generations.
They name their lands after themselves.
12 But man, despite his riches, doesn’t endure.
He is like the animals that perish.
We are more than just temporal beings. Our innate sense of morality proves that. Today, think about all you are "about". If God is not in the picture- change the picture!!! The TV commerical is true: "Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you don't...". But, what about after the nut- then what? That is EXACTLY where God enters the picture- HE provides your real needs; those in and beyond this life. It begins with peace of mind and ends with joy in heaven. Just think about it, OK? When you do, know that you are NOT alone, because I will be too!!!
PS. Thanks, Kate, for the helpful advice Monday evening!!! It takes a real friend to provide constructive criticism that is obviously from good motives!!! G.