Bible verses for children
Life is more than belongings.
Luke 12:15
He said to them, “Beware! Keep yourselves from covetousness, for a man’s life doesn’t consist of the abundance of the things which he possesses.”
Luke 12:15 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Covetousness means an unhealthy hunger to have more. Jesus warns that possessions cannot define a life’s worth. Relationships, generosity and faithfulness matter beyond the amount we own.
List something valuable in your life that could not be bought from a shop.
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What makes a life rich beyond possessions?
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Bible context & readings +
Luke 12:13–21 begins with an inheritance dispute and continues with the rich fool’s parable. The warning concerns greed and false security, not condemning people for having ordinary necessities.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
Jesus, help us value life beyond collecting things. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.