Thought for Monday August 8

Praise the Lord, Jerusalem.
He has granted peace in your borders;
with the best of wheat he fills you.
He sends forth his command to the earth;
swiftly runs his word!
Praise the Lord, Jerusalem.

Matthew 17: 22 – 27  Jesus asked him, “What is your opinion, Simon?  From whom do the kings of the earth take tolls or census tax?  From their subjects or from foreigners?”  When he said, “From foreigners,” Jesus said to him,  “Then the subjects are exempt.

What are the 10 best things taxes have been used to pay for?  What are the 10 worst things taxes are used for?

Action:  Use your time, talent and/or treasure to improve a situation that tax money just can’t help.