Jesus said His kingdom is like someone who discovers hidden treasure, or a valuable pearl, and immediately recognizes the magnitude of his find. It’s about surrendering everything to gain this amazing salvation, but I think there’s even more to it than that. Why? Because what we first find so precious has the tendency to lose value in our eyes.
One day I was struck by how oblivious the owner of the treasure was to its true worth. Are we like that? Are we like the owner of the field who neglected to notice what was so easily uncovered by some passerby, or akin to the merchant so lax in his trade that he failed to recognize the true value of the pearl he owned?
Have we forfeited our treasure in Christ for something less meaningful? In the weakness of our flesh, it’s not uncommon to fall short of a single-minded pursuit of Christ. There are reasons a zealous heart slips into complacency, and understanding them is extremely helpful in trying to rekindle that lost fire.
From Free from the Power of Sin: the Keys to Growing in God in Spite of Yourself
| This vital book has been written for you and for those you are praying for!
We sometimes use the term “Staking Your Life” a bit lightheartedly, subtly conveying a sense of greater conviction over this or that. Other times, it’s deeper. Just what do you believe about the reason for your life? What drives you? Is your opinion of meaning based on your experience in this world—relationships, careers, wealth, ideals, feelings, or even superstitions? Where did I come from? Staking Your Life addresses these key questions and more. Short, easy to read and to the point, this book will help clarify God’s plan by bringing the true meaning of your life to light. It’s undeniable; you possess profound and marvelous purpose! |
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