The movie, The Bucket List, re-energized the discussion about what we would like to accomplish before we die. Generally, our lists consist of spectacular acts of self-indulgence designed to cram in as much life as possible before we have to punch our biological clock.  Jesus’ bucket list on the other hand did not consist of jumps out of airplanes and exotic vacations, but rather long tiring walks on dusty roads preaching about a kingdom nobody could yet see, and being rejected by the very people He came to save. Ironically, His divine bucket list got Him killed. The Good News, however, is that when Jesus crossed off the last item on His list, He made it possible for us to start a new heavenly to-do list.  Instead of feverishly trying to complete our earthly checklist before the deadline, Jesus allowed us to take our time and make plans for eternal life. So before we get too frustrated with a bucket that is only half-full of earthly delights, we need to remember that Jesus emptied His so that ours could overflow with heavenly treasure.

For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. (Luke 12: 34)