Mat 13:45 | MHM | STEP | v. 45-46 : Next, Jesus tells the parable of the pearl of great price (Matthew 13:45-46 ). He says the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he finds one very valuable pearl, he sells all he has to buy it. This repeats the lesson of the treasure. Many people search for meaning in wealth, honor, or knowledge, but only Jesus is the true Pearl of great value. Knowing him makes us truly rich in God’s eyes (1 Corinthians 1:30 ). If we want to belong to Christ, we must be ready to let go of anything that keeps us from him. Nothing else compares to having Jesus.

‏ Matthew 13:45

v. 45-46: Next, Jesus tells the parable of the pearl of great price (Matthew 13:45-46 ^a). He says the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he finds one very valuable pearl, he sells all he has to buy it. This repeats the lesson of the treasure. Many people search for meaning in wealth, honor, or knowledge, but only Jesus is the true Pearl of great value. Knowing him makes us truly rich in God’s eyes (1 Corinthians 1:30 ^b). If we want to belong to Christ, we must be ready to let go of anything that keeps us from him. Nothing else compares to having Jesus.