Mat 6:19 Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:Mat 6:20 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:
Mat 6:21 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
The Parthenon was a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena who saved the Athenians from the Persians. It was completed in 438 B.C. Its interior held the gold and ivory statue of Ahtena Parthenos shown holding Nike ("Victory") in her right hand. The enclosure was ornamented with many other elaborate statues.
There are numerous ancient monuments scattered out over a great expanse of the inner city of Athens still standing today. They represent a sampling of the many 'gods' the Athenians worshiped. It is no wonder Paul had such a burden to climb Mars' Hill and preach to the men of Athens.
These old ruins of eras long past are very interesting and exciting to visit. I've discovered there is a lesson to be learned, they are empty. There are no gold and ivory statues, no golden treasure or jewels; just empty hollow temples built to unknown gods who served no purpose.
As Christians we should be a witness to those around us who are placing their earthly treasures where the things of this world will destroy. It is our responsibility to tell them about Jesus Christ. The one and only true treasure that will never rust and nothing can destroy, nor can anything or anyone take Him away from you once you have accepted Him as your Lord and Savior. Encourage someone to place their faith in Jesus Christ, not some empty hollow temple of whatever form or fashion it may be. Be courageous......be a Paul!
Act 18:9 Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace:
Act 18:10 For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city.
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