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"First, I have everlasting life, (John 3:16.) Second, I have a mansion in heaven, (John 14:2.) Third, I have peace that passes all understanding, (Philippians 4:7.) Fourth, I have joy unspeakable, (1 Peter 1:8.) Fifth, I have divine love which never fails, (1 Corinthians 13:8.) Sixth, I have a faithful pious wife, (Proverbs, 31:10.) Seventh, I have healthy, happy obedient children, (Exodus 20:12.) Eighth, I have true, loyal friends, (Proverbs 18:24.) Ninth, I have songs in the night, (Psalms 42:8.) Tenth, I have a crown of life, (James 1:12.") The tax assessor closed his book, and said, "Truly you are a very rich man, but your property is not subject to taxation." "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." (Matt 6:19-21) (Original author, unknown.) --- <>< --- Quoted from a good friend. |