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1 Timothy 6:19
treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.
from A Charge to the Rich, 1 Timothy 6:17-19
What it says

In this way they store up a firm foundation for the future so that they may take hold of what is truly life.

What it is doing

It closes the section by naming the lasting gain of generosity.

In context

17Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. 18Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, 19treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.