Dear Father, Solomon says that ill-gotten treasures have no lasting value. I believe treasures are made up of two elements: their intrinsic worth (what something truly is) and their purchase value (how they were obtained). It is true that we all seek treasures and value in different forms. While some desire wealth and good living, others long for wisdom, counsel, or power. There is an inexhaustible list of things we all desire, as well as the principles laid down for obtaining them. Yet, while we often focus on a treasure’s intrinsic worth, we sometimes fail to pay attention to its purchase value. Jesus spoke of a man who began to build a house without first counting the cost. His message wasn't limited to houses. To rephrase His words: Who seeks after a treasure without first considering its purchase value? Yet, we seldom discuss purchase values and how they do not always require monetary payment. To save humanity from sin, the blood of the Son of God was the major requirement. How then can we go in search of treasures while ignoring the cost -- what we must give in exchange for what we seek? I believe, the worth of the crown is preserved by the sacrifice that obtained it. Translations; Slide 1: English Slide 2: French Slide 3: Bengali Slide 4: Hindi Slide 5: Urdu #LettertoGod