In Luke 12:13-34, Jesus is confronted by a man who wants his brother to share their father’s inheritance with him. Jesus warns the brother, “Beware of greed,” and then distills his dispute into a proverb: “Life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.” A father’s inheritance is intended to bless his children. Possessions and assets passed down to the next generation, if invested wisely, can build a foundation for future financial success. While the brother is worried about his inheritance, Jesus is concerned about his heart.