Who am I? A wife for almost 40 years. A mom for over 36 years. A sister and a friend, of course. Each of these help describe me. But, even more, I have been a Christian since accepting Him as my Savior when I was 12 years old and, this truth defines each area of my life. I have enjoyed some mountain top experiences but have been through some very deep valleys as well. Valleys of incredible grief and even pits of depression. However, most of my days are ordinary, routine kind of days. But in every one of my days, God has been faithful. He has walked with me whatever the day. He strengthens, comforts, encourages and blesses me with life "most abundant."

A favorite life verse: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10

Why do I write? Though not quite as private as my dad, I am definitely my father's daughter. I find it difficult to share. And to let others in. But I do love to write. I love to put words into sentences and sentences in paragraphs that help express my thoughts. I hope my words help me share my heart. Share the life that God has given me and all that He has done for me and through me. I write with the hope of giving Him at least a bit of the glory He is due.

A verse to guide my writing: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. I Peter 1:7

Searching for Treasure

Posted on By jennifer

Imagine it is the height of the California Gold Rush.  A new miner has just arrived in town.  He is eager to not only stake a claim but also to strike it reach.  He is led to the entrance of a mine and is told undetermined wealth is guaranteed…all he need do is dig deep.  This dig comes with a one hundred percent guarantee!  That miner begins to dig, dig some more and determines to keep digging.  He even unearths some gold chunks and, although pleased, his discovery only makes him more determined to continue digging for the true mother lode.  To unearth riches untold!

“….that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ.”  Eph. 3:8b

Paul said there are, simply, unsearchable riches for Christians.  Concepts, blessings, identities that are ours that we simply cannot fully comprehend!  I know I am redeemed, have forgiveness of sins (all sins!), am sealed, have an inheritance and so much more.  I know it… but can I fully understand and appreciate all that means?  Definitely not – but that does not make them any less true.

There are spiritual riches that are available to me every day – His love for me, mercies new every morning, fellowship with my Heavenly Father, and access to treasures of wisdom and knowledge!  He has given me “all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue” (II Peter 1:3)!  And I need to be searching – daily! – for these things.  This wisdom and knowledge.  Here is the truth:

“If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures; Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God.”  Proverbs 2:4-5

If we will search – just like that determined miner who would not be content with surface gold – and will daily and regularly seek and search, God promises to answer.  He desires to answer!

STOP – These are my thoughts today for the Five Minute Friday prompt:  SEARCH.  I encourage you to read Kate’s thoughts on “search” with a look at some more of my favorite verses – Psalm 139:23-24.  What a needful exercise for each of us….to allow God to search our hearts, our thoughts and our motives and to expose any wicked ways.  I pray all these scriptures will be an encouragement to you today.

Five Minute Friday

Comments (7)

  1. “…the unsearchable riches of Christ.” What a wonderful reminder this verse describes. I have to admit I watch a few Alaska shows like Gold Rush and they are so determined to find the mother lode. But how much better is God’s riches in Christ? We have what we need for this life and the one to come. So blessed, aren’t we? Visiting from FMF #27. Great post!

  2. I love this take on the prompt, Jennifer! The riches we have in Christ are amazing and it is definitely worth keeping on searching to grow in wisdom and love as we get to know him more.

  3. So thankful you mentioned that verse. My mind went right to search me and know me, show me if there be any wicked way in me but to know that Christ and all that is in Him is a search for deep treasure that keeps being found throughout the years.

  4. Great thoughts on searching. And Psalm 139 is my favorite so anytime I see a reference to it, I am happy. Blessings!

    1. Psalm 139 seems to resonate with many:) Thanks for stopping by – your comments are always a blessing!

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