The Pearl Merchant
Discovering the supreme value of the Kingdom.
Trading temporary glitter for eternal gold.
The big idea
Christ is not one priority among many; He is the treasure.
Opening scripture
“When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.”
What does “The Pearl Merchant” walk through?
The Pearl Merchant
Matthew 13:46 · KJV
Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it.
In plain English
When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.
Living the Truth
In this passage, Matthew invites us into deeper trust and alignment with God. Trading temporary glitter for eternal gold. When we apply this truth, peace follows.
“Christ is not one priority among many; He is the treasure.”
Pray
Lord Jesus, write the truth of Matthew 13:46 upon my heart today. Amen.
Write it down
How does the truth of Matthew 13:46 apply to your life today?
Carry This Truth
Walk with confidence knowing God's Word is faithful.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from Matthew 13:46. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- Matthew 13:46
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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