In the incident of The Rich Young Man in Mark 10 (Rich Young Ruler in older translations) - we have something which stands out from all other stories in The Gospels.
He is in fact, the only person recorded who approaches Jesus with a degree of honesty who then leaves Him, disappointed.
His wealth was 'a barrier' and please do not think that this story is just about money - it is far broader.
We are invoked to abandon all barriers in our lives which damage our relationship with God.
I know what mine are - and I work on them. Are you certain that you know what the 'barriers' are in your life?
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