"What is the value of this estate?" so questioned one gentleman of another. At the time, they were riding past a fine mansion surrounded by fair and fertile fields.
"I do not know what it is valued at," was the answer. "I do know what it cost its late possessor."
"How much?”
"His soul. Early in life he professed faith in Christ. Obtaining a subordinate position in a mercantile establishment, he continued to maintain a reputable religious profession till he became a partner in the firm. Then he gave attention more and more to business. Ere long the cares of this world choked the Word. He became exceedingly rich in money, but poor and miserly in soul. Just before he died, he remarked, 'My prosperity has been my ruin. Love of gain has destroyed my soul!' " 1 Tim. 6:1010For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. (1 Timothy 6:10).