Our self-denial must be for the eyes of God, not of men. Lay not up treasures on the earth. Riches are no sin in themselves, but the improper use of riches is a sin. Where moth and rust corrupt. All earth treasure will finally perish.
Thieves break through.
Often robbers in the East dig through the house walls of mud or unburnt brick. Lay up . . . This is the only way to save our wealth. It is a positive precept. Our wealth must be consecrated to God and used as his work demands.