Jeremiah 9:23-24

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²³This is what the Lord says:

“Let not the wise boast of their wisdom^(A)
    or the strong boast of their strength^(B)
    or the rich boast of their riches,^(C)
²⁴but let the one who boasts boast^(D) about this:
    that they have the understanding to know^(E) me,
that I am the Lord,^(F) who exercises kindness,^(G)
    justice and righteousness^(H) on earth,
    for in these I delight,”
declares the Lord.

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1 Timothy 6:17

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¹⁷Command those who are rich^(A) in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth,^(B) which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God,^(C) who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.^(D)

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James 1:9-11

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⁹Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position.^(A) ¹⁰But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower.^(B) ¹¹For the sun rises with scorching heat^(C) and withers^(D) the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed.^(E) In the same way, the rich will fade away even while they go about their business.