Many of the Saints residing in the Land of Nephi had grown exceeding rich in search for gold and silver, which, in the land where they lived, did "abound most plentifully." 2 Ne. 9:30) In any event, "Before ye seek for riches, seek ye for the kingdom of God." He assures them that after they receive a "hope in Christ" that then, if they still want riches, they will obtain them. However, he tells them that then their wants will be for a different purpose; they will seek for riches only to do good.