I Don't Understand...

I just don't get it! The other day, I was driving around the beautiful city of Muncie and I saw a bumper sticker that I just don't understand. Well, I guess I understand it...I'm just not sure why anyone would put it on their car. Of course, I feel that way about most bumper stickers (except ones that say "Friends Don't Let Friends Go To Starbucks").

Anyway, this bumper sticker said, "Don't Let The Car Fool You...My Treasure Is In Heaven!" Now, you're probably guessing that this was on a nice car...and you'd be correct! It was one of those cars that you wonder what anyone in Muncie is doing driving such a beautiful vehicle. Then, if you're like me, you begin to wonder why in the world someone would put a bumper sticker on such a fine vehicle.

My guess is that the person is a Christian. And, I also would make the assumption that this person probably felt a little guilty being a Christian and driving such a nice car. Why? I'm really not sure. If God has blessed you and you're able to afford such a luxury while still being able to give to your local church, then more power to you. If the person felt like they had to put this sticker on their car so people would know what they're all about...then something is probably wrong. If your treasure is in heaven, it will be evident...and it won't matter what kind of car you drive.

I remember a pastor I worked with wanted to buy a sports car. It wasn't a fancy car...It wasn't a new car...It was just a fun little sports car. He spent weeks beating himself up on whether or not to buy the car. He was worried what people would think when they saw the pastor driving a slightly used convertible. He was buying the car used and getting a great deal. Yet, he still worried about what people would think. Well, he really shouldn't worry about what people would think.

If people are able to judge where our treasures are based on the kind of cars we drive, then I think we're all in trouble. A car is a big purchase...new or used. I spent more money on my first new car then this pastor spent on his sports car. He was worried about what others would think. I really didn't give a rip because I needed a car and I wanted the one I bought. The purchase of the vehicle didn't hinder my relationship with God. And, the car hasn't been a stumbling block for any of my fellow Christians (not to my knowledge at least).

I've written all this just to say...If anyone is struggling with their vehicle being an earthly treasure, I'll make you a sweet trade! I'll trade you straight up...your nice car that might make people wonder where your treasure is for our 1993 Mercury Topaz. With the Topaz...no one will wonder where your treasure is...in fact, those driving around you will probably pray for your safety. Honestly, I wouldn't struggle driving your car. It'd be my service to you to take this burden from you!