Jesus warned His followers: “Be on your guard against every form of greed; for not even when one has an abundance does his life consist of his possessions” (Luke 12:15). He then told the parable of a rich land owner who decided to “tear down [his] barns and build larger ones” in order to store everything from his abundant harvest (Luke 12:16-18).
This man’s problem was not necessarily in his plans but in neglecting his spiritual well-being. He said to his soul, “Soul, you have many goods laid up for many years to come; take your ease, eat, drink and be merry” (Luke 12:19). Yet his life was required of him that night. He was so concerned about the things of this life that he neglected the condition of his soul.
Instead of acting as the foolish rich man, Jesus said, “Do not worry about your life, as to what you will eat; nor for your body, as to what you will put on. For life is more than food, and the body more than clothing” (Luke 12:22-23). He explained that God will provide and that worrying accomplishes nothing (Luke 12:24-25).
So do not worry about your life. Instead, put your trust in God and His provisions and promises. While we must work diligently and plan wisely, we must not allow ourselves to become so concerned with the things of this life that we neglect those things which are spiritual and eternal.