2 Kings 11:1-4, 9-18, 20 / Matthew 6:19-23
The simple truths of life can be so simple that gradually we don’t take notice of it anymore.
It can be as simple as having a balanced diet, regular resting times, regular exercise and general wellbeing.
We know all these are not just good life practices, but they are actually the truths of life.
Going beyond that, we also know that life on earth is temporary and all things will pass, including ourselves.
As much as we know all that, we get distracted by the glitter of this life and we begin to chase the wind.
In the 1st reading, we hear of Athaliah who usurped power by wicked means and even resorted to murdering those who stand in her way.
She had her eyes only of worldly power. Somehow she did not see the truth of retribution, or do not want to think about it.
So, in the end, she had to reap what she sowed, and paid for it with her life.
In the gospel, Jesus tells us to store up treasure for ourselves in heaven.
He also tells us to look at the truth and to understand what life is all about.
When we keep our focus on the truth of life, the truth will set us free, and the truth will also make us happy, in this life as well as in the next.