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What Is Christ's Hidden Treasure?
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe parables of the leaven and the treasure hidden in the field show two sides of the same coin. The hidden treasure is the God-given solution to the leaven.
Parables of Matthew 13 (Part 3): Hidden Treasure
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn The Parable of the Hidden Treasure, found in Matthew 13:44, a man discovers treasure hidden in a field, and with joy, sells all he has to buy that field. This man represents Christ, and the field symbolizes the world. The treasure, metaphorically, is the church, God's special treasure, hidden in the world before being called. Initially, the church is hidden in plain sight, indistinguishable from the world, dead in trespasses and sin. Once found by Christ, He hides the treasure again, sending His people back into the world, not of it, yet appearing similar unless matters of truth reveal their difference. Christ, with joy, sacrifices everything, even His own blood, to redeem this treasure, protecting it against all threats. This parable conveys the profound encouragement that Christ joyfully gave His all for our redemption and continues to safeguard us while we remain in the world.
Knowledge and Wisdom (Part Three)
CGG Weekly by Mike FordSolomon urges us to seek wisdom as we would seek for buried treasure. Wisdom is more valuable than any physical treasure chest full of gold Eagles.
Knowledge and Wisdom (Part Two)
CGG Weekly by Mike FordSome people seek fame and fortune with every waking hour. They are foolish because their priorities are wrong. What they are looking for has no value beyond the grave.
God's Kingdom in the Parables (Part Three): Hidden Treasure
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeIn Matthew 13, the hidden treasure the man finds provides the spiritual solution to the leaven - corruption - the woman hides in the three measures of meal.
Knowledge and Wisdom
Sermonette by Mike FordThe wise of the world are fools in comparison to those who find and protect godly wisdom, realizing that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God wants us to use wisdom to change ourselves, humbly replacing our perspective with His perspective. God gives wisdom as a component of His grace.
The Sacrifices of Leviticus (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe sacrifices were neither insignificant nor barbaric, but a teaching tool for us. In the burnt offering, we see Christ in His work for the already redeemed.