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Devotional: Pearl of Great Price

By Jason Mitchener Leave a Comment - The content of this website often contains affiliate links and I may be compensated if you buy through those links (at no cost to you!). Learn more about how we make money. Last edited April 24, 2017.

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Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. – Matthew 13:45-46

People are seekers. They always seem to be looking for find something to fill a void in their lives. Some seek honor. Others search for love. Or respect. Or fame. Or money.

Pearl, Worship Slide photo credit: amboo who?

Jesus spoke of a merchant seeking pearls. One day this merchant finds a pearl of great price. It must have been the most beautiful pearl he had ever seen. He decides he needs to buy the pearl. Only one problem: He doesn’t have enough money. What can be done? He needs the pearl. Finally, he sells all that he has to buy it.

“What a foolish man,” we may think. “Selling all he has for a pearl? He can’t eat a pearl. He can’t live in it. It’s just something pretty to look at.”

But this man is a merchant, not a jewel collector. He buys and sells things. He’s willing to sell all he has to buy the pearl because he knows he can sell it at a much greater price than everything else put together.

Jesus said the kingdom of heaven is like this. When we come to Christ, we are seeking. We need God to fill the void in our lives. People often try to fill the void with everything but God. Drugs. Alcohol. Sex. Fame. Career.

Only God can fill the emptiness.

Many see what God offers but are not willing to pay the price. They won’t “sell” all they have to “buy” Him. They hold things back when God wants it all. They hold on to their sin. Or their relationships. Or their job.

Others give everything to God because they know He offers so much more than they could ever give Him.

Jesus asked, “What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul?” (Matthew 16:26). Owning the whole world means nothing compared to what Christ offers. Are you willing to sell all to buy this pearl of great price?

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Last Edited: 24th April 2017 The content of biblemoneymatters.com is for general information purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Visitors to biblemoneymatters.com should not act upon the content or information without first seeking appropriate professional advice. In accordance with the latest FTC guidelines, we declare that we have a financial relationship with every company mentioned on this site.

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Jason Mitchener was an author, artist, songwriter, speaker, and aspiring screenwriter. Jason passed on to his eternal reward at the end of 2009, but his writings will live on here. He was a truly kind soul, and will be greatly missed. It's our hope that his devotionals will encourage you and be a living testament to Jason's love for his lord and savior.

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