New American Standard Bible 1995 NASB95
New International Version NIV
17 Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to be conceited or to fix their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly supplies us with all things to enjoy.
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Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.
18 Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share,
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Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share.
19 storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is life indeed.
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In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.
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