--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I will place no value on anything I have…" description: "\"“I will place no value on anything I have or may possess, except in relation to the kingdom of Christ. If anything will advance the interests of that k..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/670/robert-moffat-73438_christian-life_i-will-place-no-value-on-anything-i-have_2649267.jpg" --- # I will place no value on anything I have or may possess… ![“I will place no value on anything I have or may possess, except in relation to the kingdom of Christ. If anything will advance the interests of that kingdom, it shall be given away or kept, only as by giving or keeping it I shall most promote the glory of Him to whom I owe all my hopes in time and…” quote by Robert Moffat](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/670/robert-moffat-73438_christian-life_i-will-place-no-value-on-anything-i-have_2649267.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/670/robert-moffat-73438_christian-life_i-will-place-no-value-on-anything-i-have_2649267.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/670/robert-moffat-73438_christian-life_i-will-place-no-value-on-anything-i-have_2649267.jpg) > ““I will place no value on anything I have or may possess, except in relation to the kingdom of Christ. If anything will advance the interests of that kingdom, it shall be given away or kept, only as by giving or keeping it I shall most promote the glory of Him to whom I owe all my hopes in time and eternity.”” Robert Moffat ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Value possessions only as tools for advancing spiritual purpose, not personal gain. **In simple terms:** Use things for higher purpose. Key Takeaway Serve beyond self. Themes spirituality selflessness purpose Mood contemplative devout Type theological ethical When to use this quote - charitable work - missionary work - personal budgeting Key Concepts theology ethics Questions to Reflect On - How can you align possessions with purpose? - What sacrifices support your values? 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