12:33-34 Does this mean that Jesus expects His followers to sell all that they own and follow Him?
12:33-34 Does this mean that Jesus expects His followers to sell all that they own and follow Him?
No! This refers to earthly treasures which God forbids Christians amassing (cp Mt 6:19-34; 19:16, 21-24; Lk 12:13-32). It does not include ordinary homes and necessities of life.
The idea is not to hoard and covet, as in Lk 12:13-21. Material wealth and possessions must be used in the service of God, not for self-gratification (cp 1Ti 6:17-19). See also comments on Mt 19:16-22; Mt 19:23-26; Lk 12:13-15 and 12:16-21.
12:35-40 See comments on/Mt 24:32-33.