Then Haman told them of his great riches, the multitude of his children, everything in which the king had promoted him, and how he had advanced him above the officials and servants of the king. Moreover Haman said, Besides, Queen Esther invited no one but me to come in with the king to the banquet that she prepared; and tomorrow I am again invited by her, along with the king. Esther 5:11-12
Acres of diamonds, mountains of gold—these things cannot really satisfy. We were made for God.
The twelve commandments of Hermas:
1. Have faith in God. (Mark 11:22)
2. Avoid evil speaking and give alms in simplicity. (1 Peter 2:1)
3. Avoid falsehood and love the truth. (Colossians 3:9)
4. Guard your chastity. (Galatians 5:19)
5. Be patient and of good understanding. (Matthew 5:22)
6. Recognize that there are two spirits attendant on each person. (Proverbs 4:18)
7. Fear God and do not fear the devil. (Psalm 34:9)
8. Shun that which is evil and do that which is good. (1 Thessalonians 5:15)
9. Pray to God without ceasing and with unwavering confidence. (James 1:6-8)
10. Remove grief (bitterness) from you, for grief is the sister of doubt and anger. (2 Corinthians 7:10-11)
11. Try the spirit of prophets by their works. (Matthew 7:15-21)
12. Faithfully strive to keep the word (commandments) of God and do not be discouraged by the devil. (James 4:7)
