Today's gospel reading was absolutely beautiful.
Jesus said to his disciples:
“The Kingdom of heaven is like a treasure buried in a field,
which a person finds and hides again,
and out of joy goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.
Again, the Kingdom of heaven is like a merchant
searching for fine pearls.
When he finds a pearl of great price,
he goes and sells all that he has and buys it.” (Mt 13:44-46)
It's true when God says that where our treasure is, there also our heart will be.
Sometimes we try to deny that this is the case so that we can justify ourselves and continue to store up these treasures - whether they be our image, possessions, relationships, anything. But the truth is... they will never be enough. I could dig and dig and dig every corner of the world, searching for some earthly thing that could fill the empty void in my heart that I may feel at times, but I would be digging in vain. I would be trying to fill a hole that only Christ can fill. He is that treasure.
And He is the greatest treasure. Do we believe it? And not only that, but do we live like we believe it? Are we willing to give away all our other "treasures" that hinder us from fully loving and fully trusting in God's plan, knowing that He alone suffices. Do we recognize the great gift of salvation that Christ won for us...or are we still digging? Are we still on a treasure hunt?
God, let your love, your mercy, and your truth fill all the empty holes of my life. May I always keep my eyes fixed on Your kingdom. Amen
