And I tell you, make friends for yourselves by how you use worldly wealth, so that when it runs out you will be welcomed into the 
eternal homes. (Luke 16:9) NET
Stone chimneys rose three stories above a turret, verandas, and ample rooms appointed with marble fireplaces, handcrafted hardwood, and exquisite collectables, all surrounded by thirty-two acres of private forest. Construction of the mansion was the life dream of Dani’s mother. After it was finished, we moved in with her, shared her dream, and provided hospice care until she passed away. Dani and her sister inherited the grand house.
Another person also died. It was the King of the universe, Jesus. He died so we could live in his mansion. Before he left, he said we should prepare for our time with him. We should use worldly wealth for eternal purposes.
We sold the family estate and used the money to travel the mission field. We traded the the turret for baptism of thirty-four African women and children. The marble fireplaces fetched enough to bring the gospel to villages of untouchables in India. That thirty-two acres of serene forest bought time in the Fiji Islands redeeming abused women. We exchanged the house and land for ministry opportunities.
The money is gone now, but not the investment. Dividends continue to flow into our Kingdom accounts from the lives that were touched.
The decision to sell and reinvest into eternity was simple. What else could we do in response to so great a love? Jesus died for us. He ended his physical life so we could unite with him in spirit. To hang on to soil, wood, and stone would trivialize his death. We had to spend earthly wealth to reciprocate a token of the love that was poured out on us.
Prayer: Faithful God, thank you for protecting my investment.