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treasury of God. I would do nothing else with my wealth but use it for
the advancement of the cause of God.” God has tested some of these
by giving them riches; but with the riches came the fiercer temptation,
and their benevolence was far less than in the days of their poverty. A
grasping desire for greater riches absorbed their minds and hearts, and
they committed idolatry.—
Testimonies for the Church 3:403
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Some, when in poverty, are generous with their little; but as they
acquire property, they become penurious. The reason they have so
little faith, is because they do not keep moving forward as they prosper,
and give to the cause of God even at a sacrifice.—
Testimonies for the
Church 4:77
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