A tax assessor came one day to a poor minister of the gospel to determine the amount of taxes he would have to pay. “What do you possess?” he questioned.
“Oh, I am very wealthy,” replied the minister. “List your possessions, please,” the assessor instructed.
The man of God replied, “First, I have everlasting life – John 3:16. Second, I have a mansion in Heaven – John 14:2. Thirdly, I have peace that passeth understanding – Philippians 4:7. Fourth, I have joy unspeakable – 1 Peter 1:8. Fifth, I have divine love that never faileth – 1 Corinthians 13:8. Sixth, I have a faithful, pious wife – Proverbs 31:10. Seventh, I have healthy, happy, obedient children – Exodus 20:12. Eighth, I have true, loyal friends – Proverbs 18:24. Ninth, I have songs in the night – Psalm 42:8. Tenth, I have a crown of life awaiting – James 1:12.”
The tax collector closed his book and said, “Truly, you are a very rich man, but your property is not subject to taxation.”