Jesus’ parable of the rich fool (Luke 12:13-21) reminds us that wealth doesn’t mean security.
The man’s barns were full, but his soul was empty. True wealth isn’t stored in accounts — it’s measured in how we serve.
To be “rich toward God” is to let every plan, meeting, and transaction reflect generosity rather than greed.
At Street Light Consulting, we call this day-at-a-time planning — leading with faith today rather than chasing control tomorrow.
If you were called home tonight, would your team be able to say they served God well today?
That’s where internal controls come in.
In business, they protect assets; in faith, they guard hearts. Biblical stewardship asks us to build systems that prevent greed from taking root — policies rooted in trust, not fear.
Leaders often confuse excellence with over-control.
But faith in leadership means believing that the people God sent you are capable of carrying the mission forward.
The healthiest organizations are not micromanaged — they are trusted.
Finally, remember the real treasure: the gifts you give — the gift of clarity, encouragement, and service.
In the end, God measures not the barns we build but the lives we brighten.
Reflection: Are your plans building bigger barns — or stronger people?