GospelChariot
Don't Trust the Barn
Sep 13, 2026
Season 3
Greg Smith
In a message from Luke 12:13–34, Greg uses Jesus’ parable of the rich fool to challenge where we place our security: in the “barn” of possessions or in God who provides. He explains that barns today look like bank accounts, retirement funds, insurance policies, property, and accumulated goods—things we can steward wisely but that cannot hold our lives or guarantee tomorrow. Jesus’ warning about greed is framed as believing “more” can give what only God can give, and the teaching continues into Jesus’ command not to worry, since both greed and anxiety seek safety apart from God. Pointing to birds and lilies, Greg emphasizes God’s care and asks whether what others need may be sitting in our barns, calling believers to share. The message concludes with “Fear not, little flock,” urging trust in the Shepherd, not the barn.