Hidden treasure. The man who was digging the field was not searching for treasure; it came on him unaware, all unexpectedly. True happiness can be found in the day’s work, when that work is honestly and conscientiously done for Christ.

The kingdom of heaven is also compared to a pearl. As a pearl is the loveliest of all possessions, the kingdom of heaven is the loveliest thing we can possess. It will bring peace to the heart, joy to the mind, and beauty to life. This man was spending his life in the search. When found, it is worth everything to him just as it will be to us.

Jesus then compared the kingdom to a dragnet cast into the sea. The parable reminds us of all the mixture of people in the kingdom. It also teaches of God’s separation of these people and how He alone will be the final judge.

Jesus reminds us that every person who comes to Him comes with some gift and ability. He does not ask us to give up our gifts; rather He came to enrich our lives. He wants us to have knowledge in a new light, use it in new service, and realize it becomes a greater treasure than we have ever had before.