The Pearl of Great Price

If the Kingdom of God known as "the pearl of great price" is so wonderful it is worth sacrificing all we have to gain it, it is certainly worthy of treasuring after we have it. There is so much value at our disposal in the Kingdom of God. It's a wonder that we spend so much time chasing the things of the world when God has given us so much. It seems to me that the same principle that determines true value to gain a thing would carry on for as long as we live with the thing. When an earthly treasure is found people go through all kinds of changes trying to protect and preserve it. The value of the treasure is appraised on a regular basis. Alarms and sophisticated locks are provided to keep it safe. Everyone who is known by the owner is usually familiar with the joy the owner holds for the treasure possessed. Experts study the piece to learn more and more about it. Since what we have is more valuable than any earthly treasure, doesn't it make sense for us to extend ourselves to learn everything we can about it? Shouldn't we be happier than the possessors of earthly riches? Shouldn't we do all that is in our power to protect and preserve our relationship with it? The Kingdom of God is more precious than anything the kingdoms of this world can offer us. Let's be sure we truly understand that. Let's be sure we are acting on that. Have a great day!