The Treasure of the Kingdom

 2 Samuel 1; Psalms 140; Matthew 13 

“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field.”

Matthew 13:44

When we find something worth investing in, there is joy. When we find something with eternal value to invest in, there is great joy. Those with great wealth describe the emptiness of collecting another toy they don’t need. Even those with everything this world can offer search for treasure that money cannot buy.

What have we placed value on in our lives?

Does the investment of our time, resources, abilities, and passion reflect our true values?

Jesus lived in loving surrender and obedience to his Father, the source of all authority in the kingdom of heaven. Jesus invested thirty years of hidden obedience in a workshop because his joy was in obeying the Father, not public ministry.

Have we bought the field with eternal treasure, or have we bought treasure, looking for a field to bury it in?

Our lasting joy will witness to the reality of the kingdom of heaven in our lives.

“Lord Jesus, you are the treasure to whom I joyfully give all I am and hope for. Thank you for your kingdom and will in my life, for your glory.”