True Riches available in Christ

A tax man came one day to a poor minister of the gospel to determine the amount of taxes he would have to pay. "What do you possess?" he questioned.

"Oh, I am very wealthy," replied the minister. "List your possessions, please," the tax man instructed.

Then the man of God replied,

    First, I have everlasting life—John 3:16.
    Second, I have a mansion in Heaven—John 14:2.
    Thirdly, I have peace that passeth understanding— Phil 4:7.
    Fourth, I have joy unspeakable—1 Peter 1:8.
    Fifth, I have divine love that never faileth— 1 Cor 13:8.
    Sixth, I have a faithful, pious wife—Prov 31:10.
    Seventh, I have healthy, happy, obedient children—Ex 20:12.
    Eighth, I have true, loyal friends—Prov 18:24.
    Ninth, I have songs in the night—Ps 42:8.
    Tenth, I have a crown of life awaiting—James 1:12."

The tax collector closed his book and said, "Truly, you are a very rich man, but your property is not subject to taxation."