The answer is: The Rich Fool

Luke 12:19

In the parable of the Rich Fool, found in Luke 12, we meet a wealthy farmer who has harvested an abundant crop and sees fit to build bigger barns to hoard his gains. He thinks that he’s cleverly set for life: "Take it easy; eat, drink, and be merry!" But here’s the twist—God calls him foolish! The message isn't just about material wealth but raises a big question: What happens when we are so absorbed in accumulating stuff that we forget to consider our purpose and the needs of others?

Interestingly, Jesus evokes echoes from Proverbs here. Though the farmer believes he is wise, the story takes us straight to Proverbs, where wisdom warns against folly (Proverbs 16:16-17). The farmer lived in a mindset of scarcity despite abundance, showing that true wealth is measured not by belongings but by how we relate to others and to divine purpose.

Moreover, this verse harkens back to concepts found in Jewish wisdom literature that encourages generosity and community support—a far cry from secretive hoarding. This parable invites personal reflection, urging one to think about life’s priorities. Parables like this spark self-examination; they ask us about our own "barns." Perhaps the invitation is not only to enjoy what we have but also to share, live with purpose, and embrace the fraternal calling to serve one another!