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Teasure in Heaven

 

As Christians we should be seeking the treasures of heaven. Jesus said, "do not store up earthly wealth and possessions that erode, but store up riches in Heaven that can never rust or be stolen." (Matthew 6:19-20). These riches are not treasure chests of immortal gold we merit on Earth, but something far greater! There are things far greater than metals such as knowing personally the Messiah and the Maker of Heaven and Earth. Our desire should not be for belongings in this world or accolades in the next. We should desire the treasure chest in Christ's chest; inside is unconditional love, absolute wisdom, riveting revelation, perfect purpose, and complete contentment.

More importantly we should desire Jesus more than the jewels and pearls of wisdom He gives us. The great knowledge and understanding the Lord can bequeath should always be considered second to knowing and loving Christ. Our devotion to the Lord should be absolute!  For there is no stock in this world that shall survive the shearing that is coming. Investing in this world shall only bring misery. For the stock markets of the world rise and fall; uncertainty and speculation dominate them. But Jesus is ever constant and unchanging! (Hebrews 13:8). Put your stock in Him and you shall never go down or find your time and money poorly invested.

Jesus also says, "where your treasure is, there your heart also be." (Matthew 6:21). So many people are placing their treasure on Earth and trusting in riches to help them have a smooth ride on the rocky seas of this life. But only the Savior, Jesus Christ can captain the ship and get us through the sharp rocks that sink most people. Jesus is the ultimate treasure! He is worth more than gold, silver, diamonds, and all the wealth of this world ! For one drop of Christ's blood is more precious than the most brilliant stone!  For that blood set us free from the tyranny of sin! That blood purchased our souls from the shadows of Satan and guaranteed us a safe home in heaven with our Lord and Savior!

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