‘Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls; when he finds one of great value he goes and sells everything he owns and buys it.’
Mt.13:46
Jesus is teaching about the Kingdom of God, describing in parables. In the parables of the treasure in the field and the pearl of great price he has the discoverer selling everything to gain the newly discovered and true treasure.
In both these parables the discoverer immediately knows the value of what he has found. Without a second thought they discard what they had previously valued, everything they owned, in order to gain the higher treasure.
I can be complacent about God's Kingdom. Yes, it's there but just put on the shelf for a while. The trouble is, the things I "own" can crowd God's Kingdom out. This is a good reminder of where my true treasure lies, where rust or moth cannot destroy. It also reminds me of the great cost Jesus paid that I may gain this treasure.
Thank you Jesus for the great value you place on me by gaining me access to God's Kingdom. You think I'm worth it.
Little Flower, please pray for me.
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