Day 9

"Read Matthew 13:44-46

"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.

"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.


1. What are some ways you can tell what someone values?

2. How did you feel the day you discovered Jesus?

3. Write about this statement: If Christ is our treasure, it changes our outlook on success, pleasure, and approval.

4. What does it mean to enjoy God's blessing without demanding them?

5. Has God encouraged you in your commitment to treasure Him? How?

6. Has God tested you in your commitment?

7. Jim Elliot was a missionary that was killed because of his faith. Before he died, he wrote in his journal a quote that has now become famous. The quote is "He is on fool to give what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose." Write this quote in your own words.

8. Journal any thoughts you may have."