Gold is very valuable here on earth, but is even more valuable when it represents our crown of glory. That's what Jesus promised we would receive if we follow Him.

• "And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away." 1Peter 5:4
• "Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." 1Corinthians 9:24-25

One day you will reach the end of this life. It may be today, next week, or several years from now, but you will leave this world.   It is not about religion, it's about relationship - with Jesus Christ. If you don't have a personal relationship with Him, He's waiting to hear from you even as you read this. Take some time, while you still can, to prepare for what is to come.

Remember, eternity lasts forever.

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