Beware Worthless Pursuits
He who tills his land will have plenty of bread, But he who pursues worthless things lacks sense.
Proverbs 12:11
Any journey we undertake hoping for hidden treasures at its end will involve a great deal of hard work and discipline. Climbing a mountain, preparing a sumptuous meal, or shaping our character — projects like these require meticulous preparation and commitment. But in the end, the joy of completing the task causes us to forget about all the hard work that came before — because the destination is worth it.
— Charles R. Swindoll