¹⁰ But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower.^(A)

²⁴ For,

¹⁷ The world and its desires pass away,^(A) but whoever does the will of God^(B) lives forever.

¹⁷ Command 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)

³¹ those who use the things of the world, as if not engrossed in them. For this world in its present form is passing away.^(A)

¹⁴ Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes.^(A)

³⁰ If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith?^(A)