Psalm 37:7-9

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⁷Be still^(A) before the Lord
and wait patiently^(B) for him;
do not fret^(C) when people succeed in their ways,^(D)
when they carry out their wicked schemes.^(E)

⁸Refrain from anger^(F) and turn from wrath;
do not fret^(G)—it leads only to evil.
⁹For those who are evil will be destroyed,^(H)
but those who hope^(I) in the Lord will inherit the land.^(J)

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Matthew 6:19-21

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Treasures in Heaven^(A)

¹⁹“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth,^(B) where moths and vermin destroy,^(C) and where thieves break in and steal. ²⁰But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven,^(D) where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.^(E) ²¹For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.^(F)

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Matthew 6:33

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³³But seek first his kingdom^(A) and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.^(B)

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Matthew 6:33 in all English translations

1 Timothy 6:17-19

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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) ¹⁸Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds,^(E) and to be generous and willing to share.^(F) ¹⁹In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves^(G) as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of^(H) the life that is truly life.