Catholic Bible Study

Matthew 6:1-34

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Jun 1, 2022
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INSIGHT

Heavenly Rewards for Good Deeds

  • God rewards good deeds with a heavenly payment, akin to a remuneration for work done.
  • This reflects Jewish tradition viewing good deeds as treasure in heaven, with sin as a debt.
ADVICE

Choose Heavenly Treasures

  • Invest your heart in heavenly treasures rather than earthly wealth.
  • This spiritual investment secures lasting joy and fulfillment in God, the ultimate treasure.
ANECDOTE

St. Thomas More's Detachment Example

  • St. Thomas More held a high office and had wealth but practiced detachment from money.
  • He wore a hair shirt and fasted to avoid letting wealth become an idol.
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