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17 But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face as you do at other times.

18 Then people will not see that you are fasting. But your Father sees secret things, and he will reward you.'

19 `Do not keep many things for yourself on earth. Insects and rust will spoil them. People will get in and steal them.

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17 But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, 18 so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.(A)

Treasures in Heaven(B)

19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth,(C) where moths and vermin destroy,(D) and where thieves break in and steal.

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