Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal. The teaching on anxiety, wealth, and kingdom priority begins with the treasure question. Earthly treasure is subject to decay and theft — it is inherently insecure because it exists within the created order that is subject to entropy and human predation. The moth, rust, and thief are not threats that can be eliminated by better storage or greater security; they are the condition of all earthly wealth. Proverbs 23:4–5 warns not to wear yourself out to get rich — riches suddenly sprout wings and fly away like an eagle. The insecurity of earthly treasure is a permanent feature, not a temporary problem.

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