Greatest Value!

As you look at what you desire your life to become and consider the things of today that are designed for equipping toward that, what is of most importance to you? What KNOWLEDGE must you come to possess in order to make it a reality? What is the greatest DISCOVERY you need to make in association with it? Then, what do you envision as the greatest ACCOMPLISHMENT relating to it all?

Jesus told the parable of one involved in a search and what he did when that of "great value" was DISCOVERED. We read. . .
"(45) Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant IN SEARCH of fine pearls, (46) who, on FINDING ONE pearl OF GREAT VALUE, went and SOLD ALL THAT HE HAD AND BOUGHT IT." ( Matthew 13:45-46 ESV)

Recognizing the "great value", all else previously gained in his search was not worth retaining. This was one who KNEW pearls. It was his life work. And in the DISCOVERY of that of greatest value he ACCOMPLISHED the securing of it.

Jesus made clear this was a "kingdom" parable. The Lord's kingdom and all associated with it is to be viewed as being of greater value -- the pearl of great price -- above all else. What most marks our life pursuit in relation to KNOWLEDGE, DISCOVERY, and ACCOMPLISHMENT relating to God's Will and His kingdom? It has been stated (and I think rightly so): "To know the will of God is the greatest knowledge, to find the will of God is the greatest discovery, and to do the will of God is the greatest achievement." [George W. Truett]

Teens, as you begin focusing on a career, be sure to consider how it relates to the WILL OF GOD. There was a time when the work in which I am involved today was the furthest thing from my mind. Praise God for His patience, power, and guidance that helps me realize it is not me, but it is He who wills and works in me for His good pleasure. ( Philippians 2:13) While sincerely seeking GOD'S WILL, let our ever ready response be "I will", and we will be amazed at what God ultimately brings about in and through us. May He receive the glory!

Have a great day DISCOVERING THAT MOST WORTH KNOWING AND ACCOMPLISHING!
Carl

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