“But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare…for 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 6:9-10).

I have no idea where one of my daughters found this. It causes me to smile whenever I run across her note. It was written from a clipping she found. In part it read, “Dear Dad, you taught me well about money. I know money can buy a house, but not a home. I know it can buy a bed, but not sleep. It can buy a clock, but not time. It can buy a book, but not knowledge. It can buy a position, but not respect. It can buy you medicine, but not health. So you see, money isn’t everything. I tell you all this because I am your daughter, and as your daughter, I want to take away your pain and suffering. So send me all your money, and I will suffer for you. A dearer child than me you will never find. CASH ONLY, PLEASE!”

For today: Keep focused, dear friends! Master your money. Don’t let it master you.