17 Instruct those who are rich in (A)this present world (B)not to be conceited or to (C)set their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, (D)who richly supplies us with all things to enjoy. 18 Instruct them to do good, to be rich in (E)good [a]works, (F)to be generous and ready to share, 19 (G)storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may (H)take hold of that which is truly life.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Timothy 6:18 Or deeds

Instructions to the Rich

17 Command those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain (A)riches but in the living God, who gives us richly all things (B)to enjoy. 18 Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share, 19 (C)storing up for themselves a good foundation for the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.

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